Rainbow Loom bracelets can be made using just two pencils! This simple craft is great for kids or adults who are looking for a fun and easy way to make a bracelet. All you need is a Rainbow Loom kit and two pencils. First, thread one of the pencils through the center of the loom. Then, thread the other pencil through the center of the first pencil. Now, take your hands and pull on both pencils to create a loop. That’s it! The rainbow loom bracelet is ready to wear!
Have you heard of the Rainbow Loom? If you have kids, it’s a good bet you have. The bracelets are the latest rage with all of the kids these days at school.
Rainbow Loom Bracelets
Entire Rainbow Loom Kit
Emma, my nine year old, is head over heals for these bracelets. They are coolest thing since Silly Bands. The thing is, the Rainbow Loom costs between $15-25 depending on where you find it. The loom kit comes with an assorted color starter pack of rubber bands but you will quickly find yourself buying more, and at $4 or so a pack, it all adds up quickly. Well, we figured out a way to create the Fishtail bracelet design by buying just the Rainbow Loom rubber bands and using 2 pencils.
Here’s What You Need:
- 2 pencils (You could also use knitting needles, but the pencils are much more manageable for younger kids.)
- Rainbow Loom Bands- (Any craft store or even drug stores sell them.) You will need about 40-48 for an elementary school kid. This bracelet took 44.
- C or S Clamps (These come in the bag with the bands.)
Step 1:
Loop the first band over the pencil by twisting it to make a figure eight. This is the only time you will make a figure eight.
Step 2:
Slip the band around the two pencils. Do not twist.
Step 3:
Repeat with a third band.
Step 4:
Taking the bottom band, loop it up over the pencil. The end of the band be between the two pencils. Repeat by doing this to the other side. After looping over both sides of the band, slip on a new band.
Step 5:
Keep repeating by looping the lowest band over the one you just added. The bracelet will start to grow in length like this.
Step 6:
End the bracelet by slipping the bands off of the ends of the pencil. Connect both ends of the bracelet by sliding each end into an end of the S clamp or the C clamp.
There you have it! An easy way to make a Rainbow Loom bracelet without the loom and SO kid friendly. Your kids won’t stop once they get started!
With the right materials and a little practice, you can also make your own collection of colorful bracelets. You might need some tools or tools to finish this craft but with patience, dedication and creativity – you will be able to make hundreds of amazing bracelets in no time!
If making rainbow loom bracelets is something that interests you, we highly recommend trying out the method shared above. The tapestries may take a while but they are sure worth it once completed!
Frequently Asked Questions
Are loom bracelets waterproof?
What are loom bracelets called?
What is the biggest Rainbow Loom bracelet?
The large bracelet is made up of nearly 700,000 pieces of yarn that are all connected together using an intricate system of knots. To make it even more impressive, each strand in the weave has been painted a different color.
Although this massive bracelet may be difficult to put on or take off, it is definitely worth checking out if you’re interested in making your own unique piece of Rainbow Loom jewelry.
