The African beaded bracelet is commonplace in many African countries. People wear them for specific reasons, like beauty, culture and so on. As there are many colors, so are the types of bracelets. Different countries make jewelry using colors that represent their cultures. For instance, South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria etc.
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If you need to make a bracelet to adorn as an ornament or to mark an auspicious day, you are in the right place. Here, we’ll focus on how to make a simple bracelet the Kenyan way.
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This YouTube video explains how to make an African-themed bracelet.
African Beaded Bracelet: 5 Steps
To make sure you gather all the needed materials, here’s a list:
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- Fishing line (0.3mm)
- Nal cutter
- Regular-sized beads (use your preferred colors)
Whether you are making an African beaded bracelet to mark World AIDS Day or celebrating your patriotism through a flag, the following are the steps to follow:
- Cut the fishing line using the nail cutter to a length of between 12 to 20 inches
- Pour the beads into a flat container
- Hold the ends of the cut fishing line with both hands
- Pick the beads using the ends per your preferred colors. Then, crisscross (left end to pass through the right bead and vice versa) to make a star. Finish by tying so that the next star doesn’t mix with the previous
- Continue the same procedure using the other cut fishing lines. What determines the output is your bracelet design.
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The African beaded bracelet is dependent on readily available materials. However, with industrialization and international trade, anyone can access various materials from other countries. Go on and make that bracelet you have been planning for as long as you can remember.
The YouTube video is courtesy of Stike Beadwork Creations. Stephen is the man behind the Beadwork Creations and he seeks to impart art-making skills.
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