How to Make a Pop Tab Wristband

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Configure the alignment of the tabs.

   If you alternate placing the tops back to front so that the backs of the top layer and the backs of the bottom layer are facing, it will reduce irritation on your skin.
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   Step 2: Cut two pieces of long cord

   They must be at least 24 inches (61cm) long to provide enough length for you to tie knots at the ends. ,, Take the second cord and thread it up through the bottom hole. ,,, Pull the cords tightly through the tabs––this gives it the layered look. , Overlap a third tab on the second one (touching the first tab) ,,,,, Cut the ends to approximately two inches (5cm). ,
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   Step 3: string or ribbon.

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   Step 4: Tie the two cords together with approximately 2 inch (5cm) tails.

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   Step 5: Thread one cord up through the top hole in a tab.

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   Step 6: Lay a second tab half on top of the first tab so that the coinciding holes overlap.

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   Step 7: Thread the top cord over the left edge of the second tab and down through the first tab's top hole.

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   Step 8: Do the same with the bottom string

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   Step 9: through the bottom hole.

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    Step 10: Turn the tabs over.

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    Step 11: Thread the top cord over the first and third tabs

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    Step 12: through the third tab's top hole and down through the second tab's top hole.

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    Step 13: Do the same with the bottom string

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    Step 14: through the bottom holes.

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    Step 15: Continue with this pattern until the bracelet is as long as you need it

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    Step 16: alternating back and forth between threading the cords from the back and front.

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    Step 17: End with a top tab (one that lies on the top layer) by threading each cord up through the corresponding hole.

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    Step 18: Tie a knot to secure.

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    Step 19: Tie the ends together in a double knot.

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