How to make loom band bracelets in 5 simple steps

These beautiful elastic bracelets are always catching our eyes, however, on close inspection, may seem rather difficult to make. 
 
Surprisingly, they are really simple to create and a pretty cool version of the usual string friendship bracelets we make at camp.

Create a loom band bracelet in 5 simple steps:
 
You will need:

• C-Clip (Which usually comes with a loom band kit)
• 20 – 30 bands in your choice of colour(s)

Step 1:

Pick your colour sequence. We noted that most of our campers love creating rainbow-themed loom bands. 
 
Step 2:

Twist one band into a figure "8" and fold it over so it forms a circle. Slide this circle inside the C-clip. This is the beginning of your bracelet. We'll call this band #1. 
 
Step 3: 
 
Pinch one band between your fingers. Slide this band (#2) halfway through the circle you made in Step 2. Pull the ends up and hold them together. 
 
Step 4: 
 
Pinch another band and slide it through the loops formed by band #2. Make sure you keep holding the ends of band #2 together while you do this or the chain will undo itself and all your effort will be gone to waste. Now band #2 is securely part of the chain, and band #3 looks just like band #2 in the previous step. Repeat the pinch and slide until bracelet is long enough. 
 
Step 5:

Slip one loop of the final band through the other loop and pull tightly. Slide the last band's remaining loop into the C-clip from Step 2.

Important Tip:
 
Make sure your loom band bracelet is not tight and fits you loose. Wearing a bracelet that's too tight might disturb blood circulation and cause swelling.

And that’s how you create beautiful loom band bracelets quickly and conveniently! 

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