13. Retro Candy Stripe Friendship Bracelet
What This Idea Means
The candy stripe is the foundational diagonal knotted friendship bracelet pattern. Featuring clean parallel color stripes, it is easy to learn and offers a nostalgic, retro aesthetic.
How to Make It
- Cut Strands: Cut 5 to 6 strands of embroidery floss in vibrant retro colors (pink, yellow, orange, mint, cream).
- Anchor Top: Tie all strands together in a knot, secure to a clipboard, and arrange threads in desired color order.
- Forward Knots: Take the leftmost strand and tie forward double knots over every strand across to the right edge.
- Repeat Sequence: The original second strand now becomes the new leftmost strand. Repeat forward knots across to the right edge continuously.
- Finish: Continue until reaching wrist length, then finish with simple end braids.
Tips and Variations
- Tips: Always make TWO half-hitches for every knot step to ensure the diagonal stripe line stays tight and thick.
- Variations: Double the number of strands to make a thick, heavy-duty candy stripe cuff.
Needs to Make That Thing
- 5–6 colors of embroidery floss
- Clipboard or safety pin
- Scissors
