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In this video, Kevin (AKA AWOL) dives into the creative process behind a new friendship bracelet design—straight from imagination to pattern! Watch as he explores symmetry, color arrangement, and layering to build a centerpiece that’s bold, vibrant, and one-of-a-kind. Kevin walks through using graph paper …
In today’s video, join Kevin, aka AWOL, as we dive into designing a bold and completely unique friendship bracelet pattern using 16 strands. With a playful mix of red, orange, and purple, we explore a freeform approach to pattern-making, creating symmetry and randomness simultaneously. This …
In this video, we’re diving into an intricate bracelet pattern that one of you sent me! Join me as I break down the design step by step and figure out how the colors and rows align. Today, we’ll start by unraveling the central pattern and …
Welcome to the 11th ornament in our series! This time, I’m creating a unique cross-stitched ornament using a 12-string arrowhead pattern, combined with a sewing technique that really ties everything together—literally! This project is a blend of simplicity and challenge, making it great for crafters …
In this tutorial, I’m making a candle ornament, a unique and fun project that’s great for adding some handmade charm to your holiday decor! This design uses simple knots to create the candle’s flame and body, with yellow and orange floss for the flame and …
Today, I’m working on the ninth ornament in my series, and this one is all about a beautiful diamond arrowhead pattern! I’ve made the template smaller to create a daintier, single-stranded ornament, using just two colors—gold and gray. Watch as I walk through setting up …
In this video, we dive into creating a unique “starfish” ornament, blending elements from previous designs like ornaments #4 and #6! Today, it’s all about setting up the pattern, focusing on creating a simple arrowhead with a diamond in the middle. While the pattern itself …
Welcome back! Today, I’m working on my 6th ornament design, which starts with a pattern that I’ll be modifying along the way. Watch as I walk you through splitting the design into two directions, adding complexity to make the ornament more interesting. I’ll explain the …
Welcome back! In this video, I’m diving into creating Ornament #5, using pattern #88137 from FriendshipBracelets.net with a fun twist! I’ll walk you through the steps of modifying the original pattern, customizing colors, and assembling the entire ornament. With a simple design but some strategic …
In this tutorial, Kevin (aka AWOL) walks you through creating a stunning ornament with an easy-to-follow pattern—his simplest one yet! Today, we’ll cover how to design the template and assemble the basic segments, including tips for efficient pattern-making and symmetry tricks. You’ll need to make …
Join Kevin (aka AWOL) in this step-by-step tutorial as he designs a beautiful no-sew tassel ornament using a six-string friendship bracelet pattern. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned crafter, this method transforms your strings into a stunning globe shape—perfect for holiday decor or unique …
Craft a Unique Ornament with This Intricate Macrame Tutorial: Dive In Now!Calling all macrame enthusiasts and festive DIY lovers! Get ready to be amazed by AWOL’s second installment of the “12 Knotted Ornaments of Christmas” series. This video delves into the creation of ornament number …