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BEADED BOOK THONG

This may be the fastest and easiest beaded gift on the planet! Use up those leftover beads and charms to create a beautiful gift. Not only are they great for the reader in your family, you can also hang one from your rear view mirror! Style & Versatility!

Materials:
2 feet of Waxed Linen Cord
1 Charm
Assorted Beads – about a dozen with holes that just fit over the linen

Tools Required:
Clear Nail Polish
Scissors

Step 1 – Tie the charm onto one end of the cord, trim and set knot with clear nail polish.

Step 2 – Slide a grouping of beads onto the cord and tie a knot after the last bead. (Use an awl to get the knot close to beads if needed).

Step 3 - Determine the length of cord needed for the type of book (less for paperback more for hardcover) and tie a knot were the beads will start.

Step 4 – Add beads to the tail of the cord and tie a knot after the last bead.

Step 5 – Trim the excess cord and set knot with clear nail polish.

Fast & Easy!

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