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Techniques: Crimping Stretch Magic

Use Stretch Magic to make fun, fast projects great for all ages!

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Beading Techniques > Stringing Techniques > Crimping Stretch Magic

Crimping Stretch Magic Materials
  • Beads (enough for a 7-8 inch bracelet)
  • 2x2mm Sterling or Gold Filled Crimp bead
  • .7mm Stretch Magic
Tools


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Step 1
Cut the Stretch Magic to about 12 inches. Begin stringing your beads onto the elastic.
Step 2
After you have strung your last bead, string a 2x2 crimp bead onto the Stretch Magic.
Step 3
Slide the other end of the Stretch Magic through the crimp bead so the ends of the elastic are facing in opposite directions.
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Step 4
Pull both ends of the Stretch Magic until the beads are right up next to the crimp bead.
Step 5
Use the tips of the chain nose pliers to grasp the crimp bead.
Step 6
Squeeze the crimp bead flat with the chain nose pliers.
Step 7  
Step 7
Cut off the excess elastic with a sharp pair of scissors.