7. Now start stringing your beads in a design that you like. I usually start with a larger bead (in this case a size 6 Czech bead) so it helps hide the knot I made in step 5. Then I tend to make a symmetrical pattern on my strap, but you can make any design you like. An eclectic grouping of various beads would also look nice for this strap.
Beaded Bottle Necklace - Make the Strap
By Tammy Powley, About.com Guide
6. Snake your needle back through the beads you added previously to reinforce your loop. The leftover tail will be woven in when you're finished with your strap.
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- Start the Fringe
- Finish V Fringe
- Thread Needle Up
- Make Beaded Loops
- Start the Bead Strap
- Secure Strap to Loop
- String Beads on Strap
- Determine Strap Length
- Finish Beaded Bottle Necklace
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