Directions:
Step 1:
Prepare the Ribbons
Attach Safety Pins:
Fasten a safety pin to the end of each ribbon. This will make it easier to guide the ribbons through the holes in the soda tabs as you assemble the bracelet.
Step 2:
Position the First Tab:
Take one soda tab and place it in front of you horizontally, with the smooth side facing up.
Insert the Ribbons:
Take the safety-pinned ends of your two ribbons and insert one into each of the two holes of the tab, coming from the top (smooth side).
Pull Through:
Gently pull the ribbons through the holes until you have about six inches of ribbon remaining on the far side. This extra length will be used later to tie the bracelet.
Step 4:
Secure the Second Tab
Thread the Right Ribbon:
Using the safety pin end, thread the right ribbon upward through the newly aligned hole on the right side of the second tab. This step secures the two tabs together.
Continue Threading:
Now, thread the same right ribbon downward through the next hole on the right side of the second tab (the third hole overall in your pattern).
Repeat on the Left Side:
Using the left ribbon, repeat the same process on the left side:
– Thread upward through the new aligned hole to connect the tabs.
– Then thread downward through the next hole on the left side.
This step is easier now that the tabs are already held in place.
Step 5:
Complete the Bracelet
Add More Tabs:
Take a third soda tab and repeat Steps 6–9 (layering and threading) with each new tab. Continue this process until you’ve used all 20–22 tabs, depending on your desired bracelet length.
Step 6:
Finish and Tie Off:
Once all tabs are in place, remove the safety pins from the ends of the ribbons. Then, tie the remaining ribbon ends into a secure knot to complete your bracelet. You can tie it in a bow for easy removal or a double knot for a permanent closure.
