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DIY Beaded Tassel Bracelets
DIY beaded tassel bracelets by Southern Curls & Pearls
Lately, I’ve been seeing tassel bracelets everywhere, and I even own a few. I wanted to see how hard they were to make on my own… and honestly they are not hard at all! When I was finished, I compared them to my store-bought bracelets and they were almost identical. Everything I purchased for this project I was able to find at Michael’s, so your local craft store should have everything you need.
For this project, you will need the following items:
– Scissors
– Pliers
– Embroidery thread
– Beads of your choosing
– Crimp beads
– Small gold ring (called a jump ring)
– Gold wire (mine had a hint of sparkle)
– Stretchy, clear jewelry cord
– Credit card for wrapping the thread around
Step One:
Cut off 1.5 feet of embroidery thread and fold four times. Slide the gold jump ring onto all four strands. Set aside.
Step Two:
Wrap the embroidery thread tightly around the width of the credit card, using up the entire package of thread. Cut the threads with scissors along one edge of the credit card, making sure to keep the threads all together. (See below)
Step Three:
Tie the strands from Step One around the middle of the threads you just cut. The jump ring should be perfectly centered on top and the knot should fall underneath. (See below)
How to make your own beaded tassel bracelet

Step Four:
Take the two sides of your threads and pull down to combine. When this is complete, wrap the gold wire tightly around the top, forming the “head” of the tassel. (See below)

How to make your own beaded tassel bracelet

Step Five:
String your beads onto the stretchy, clear jewelry cord, making sure that it is a good size for your wrist. (I used 20 beads but they were small!) String both sides of the elastic through two crimp beads and the tassel, with the tassel in the middle. (See below)

How to make your own beaded tassel bracelet

Step Six:
Pull the strings together tightly. With pliers, clamp down the crimp beads found on both sides of the tassel. The crimp beads will hold the strings and tassel in place. Cut the leftover string.

How to make your own beaded tassel bracelet

Step Seven:
Almost complete! Using SHARP scissors, simply cut your tassel to the desired length, making sure all of the ends are even. Be careful not to cut too much at once. You can always go back and trim uneven pieces.

How to make your own beaded tassel bracelet
And ta-da… Your tassel bracelet is finished! I bought all of the materials and completed this project in a  single afternoon, so it really wasn’t that time consuming. You will need another person to help you tie some of the knots and use the pliers, so be aware of that if you are trying to do this on your own!
How to make your own beaded tassel bracelet
Tassel bracelet DIY… these are cheap and easy to make on your own!
DIY beaded tassel bracelets by Southern Curls & Pearls
Mint skort paired with white layered top

 Wearing: Chicwish white top, similar here // asymmetrical skort // Dee Keller wedges (exact style sold out)
Essie nail polish in “Madison Ave-hue” // David Yurman crossover ring

The thing that’s great about these tassel bracelets is that they are easily customizable. You can use any color thread… neon, pink, blue, orange…. and any type of beads! I would really like to find some wooden beads to try next.

If you try this out I would LOVE to know! Tag me in the Instagram of your finished product and use the hashtag #curlsandpearlsDIY and I may re-gram you! 🙂

Pssst. Don’t forget about the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale going on because prices go back up soon! I tried on this sweater the other day in the store and it SO cute. I also really want these shoes to wear with jeans in the fall!

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40 Comments

  1. Emily Vogt

    Love this DIY! I've been wanting to make tassel bracelets all summer. Such a cute accessory!
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    7.29.14Reply
  2. Mira Devils

    Amazing diy. The bracelet looks so cute 🙂

    xx Mira

    http://www.glamdevils.com

    7.29.14Reply
  3. Christina Storm

    Love this idea! So cute!

    The Style Storm
    <3, Christina

    7.29.14Reply
  4. arielle q.

    great job on your tassel bracelet! I have had a crush on your store bought one and could not be happier that you've made a diy version! thanks for sharing!

    love, arielle
    a simple elegance

    7.29.14Reply
  5. Vett Vandiver

    such a cute idea!!

    7.29.14Reply
  6. Seersucker Sass

    Ahhh! I dedicated a whole post yesterday to my love of tassels! Can't wait to try this out 🙂

    XX, SS || A Little Seersucker Sass

    7.29.14Reply
  7. Anonymous

    Such a cute idea!! Love the tassel trend going on and of course what a fun accessory to add! 🙂 Thank you for the DIY

    seasonallychic.wordpress.com

    7.29.14Reply
  8. Sasa Zoe

    The DIY is awesome! I want to make one too:)

    http://www.shallwesasa.com

    7.29.14Reply
  9. Kayla Otineru

    Such a brilliant DIY!! I've been on the hunt for a set of tassel bracelets but now I think I'll make my own! This would make the perfect girls night….just add a little wine 🙂 I always love when you do a DIY, thanks for sharing!!

    Xo, Kayla
    adarlingdream.blogspot.com

    7.29.14Reply
  10. Niki {Glossy Blonde}

    These are so pretty! I want to make one!

    7.29.14Reply
  11. Anonymous

    It is so cute! 🙂 Perfect idea 🙂 Fashion Passion by Erika

    7.29.14Reply
  12. Amy Fashion Blog

    such a fun DIY

    7.29.14Reply
  13. Anonymous

    Ahh these bracelets are seriously too cute! I will have to make these, especially since they are so in right now.

    http://thepreppysisters.blogspot.com

    7.29.14Reply
  14. Fashion Trends

    Loving the DIY! That bracelet is too cute!

    fashionqueen4u.blogspot.com

    7.29.14Reply
  15. Girl Meets Bow

    I'm super excited to try this out! Thanks for the tutorial!

    7.29.14Reply
  16. Liz | Shopping My Closet

    What a great tutorial – thanks for sharing!

    Liz @ ShoppingMyCloset.com
    Style Me Wednesday blog link-up

    7.29.14Reply
  17. Elle @ Living in Color Style

    I love that you made these bracelets! so fun 🙂

    xoxo.
    elle

    7.29.14Reply
  18. Jaclyn Leblanc

    Could this be any cuter?! Loooove!

    http://mrsjaclynleblanc.blogspot.ca/

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  19. Nidhi Patel

    Ah I love tassels, this is perfect!
    Nidhi
    An Unblurred Lady

    7.29.14Reply
  20. Ashley Aspinwall

    love this! all about tassels and pom poms right now 🙂

    xo SideSmile,
    Ashley
    SideSmile Style

    7.29.14Reply
  21. Hayley Paige

    I see these bracelets everywhere but never wanted to pay the money for them! Such a great DIY! http://dailydoseofdarling.com

    7.29.14Reply
  22. Rachel Rinderknecht

    Interesting idea! Thanks for sharing 🙂
    Rachel
    Blonde with a Chanse

    7.29.14Reply
  23. Tara Louise

    absolutely love this diy! i know my boyfriend's mom would love these, I might try to make some for her upcoming birthday!
    xo
    Tara
    shoesillneverhave.blogspot.com

    7.29.14Reply
  24. Lauren

    I love this DIY, the bracelets turned out so cute!

    Lauren,
    http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.com/

    7.29.14Reply
  25. Taylor Hoffman

    First, your outfit is gorgeous!! Second, I love love love those bracelets…I am totally going to be making them:)

    xo, Taylor

    7.30.14Reply
  26. NotJessFashion

    I love this DIY. I love the colors you used too!

    Jessica
    notjessfashion.com

    7.30.14Reply
  27. Hunter

    I love that DIY! Such a great idea!

    Hunter
    Prep on a Budget

    7.30.14Reply
  28. Kristen W.

    Love that you posted this DIY!!! Keep it up, I'd love to see more!

    xxo, Kristen
    http://www.polishednpretty.com

    7.30.14Reply
  29. Ketty henry

    Thanks DIY…………i understand the process to make this bracelet. It looks beautiful on you.

    casquette pas cher http://www.wcglatin.com

    7.30.14Reply
  30. OccasionallyAJ

    Very cute bracelets!

    -AJ
    OccasionallyAJ.com

    7.31.14Reply
  31. Wishes and Reality

    Love this Caitlin, thanks for sharing! And thank you for your sweet comment on my blog!

    Heidi D.
    http://www.wishesandreality.com

    8.1.14Reply
  32. EB Anthony

    love love love

    8.7.14Reply
  33. zdf

    Wow, perfect Fortunately, I found your website to my blog: cheap Swarovski Necklaces

    12.9.14Reply
  34. Seo Borneobe

    What a wonderful DIY trick! I think I want to make some soon at home. Keep spreading good vibe, xoxoxo
    I made some of DIY Bracelets too. I've uploaded them here :
    http://www.borneo-be.com/product/gelang-70.html

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  35. nancy john

    I really like beading! And I really like the concept of creating interchangeable Jewelry items, especially necklaces and bracelets. What a cool idea!

    FAMOUS DIAMONDS

    5.29.15Reply
  36. Stella Matthews

    This is lovely.Thanks for sharing.

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  37. zdf

    Very interesting blog, looking forward to more wonderful! Swarovski Sale

    2.23.16Reply
  38. awen

    Wonderful bracelet. I love pearl bracelets. The bracelet is looking stunning with your dressing style. Really love it. Thanks!!
    Fashion Haul

    6.22.16Reply
  39. Zia Joaquin

    That's lovely dear!! Even I wanted to share something similar. I love making bracelets myself. It's fun, I love yours:)

    Zia
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    7.27.18Reply