The last design is slightly more time-consuming to make, but the steps are pretty simple and repetitive. Both ends of the cord need to be free so remember not to use washi tape to block off one end this time.
Building the Linked Pattern
To start, I beaded four beads, alternating between white and gold. The first and third colour will form the external rows while the second and fourth colour form the internal row. Take the other end of the cord and put it through the last gold bead. Pull the cord tight and you should see a pattern that looks like a plus sign.
Next, bead white beads on both ends of the cord. Then, string one gold bead on one of the ends, and it doesn’t matter which end you choose. Take the other end of the cord and put it through the gold bead and pull it tight. Then, repeat this step and continue building the pattern until there are enough beads for the entire ring.
Finishing the Ring
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To finish this design, insert one white bead onto each end of the cord. No gold bead is needed this time. Then, take the cord on the right and string it through the first gold bead at the other end, towards the left. Take the cord on the left and string it through the same gold bead, this time towards the right. Pull the cord tight and the ring will be connected.Â
Tie two to three knots and stuff the loose ends into nearby beads to secure the knots. Trim off the excess cord and the ring will be done!