5. String on a crimp bead to the other end of the bracelet, but before closing it, make sure you arrange the beads so that each of the two leafs that are side by side are pointing in opposite directions. (Refer back to the photo for steps 2 and 3 above to see what I mean). Once the beads are orientated correctly, you are ready to pull the tension on the beading wire, and close the crimp bead.