Fortune beads are typically round or oval-shaped beads with a hollowed-out center, making them easy to string and wear. The hollow space allows the beads to rotate, symbolizing the ability to reverse bad luck in one’s birth year and bring good fortune. In terms of materials, gold is the most common, though silver, jade, and other materials are also available. The beads often feature carved patterns or a pure matte finish, offering a wide variety of styles. They are primarily used in bracelets, but rings and necklaces are also gaining popularity. In current market trends, the mainstream style combines gold fortune beads with red cords. Gold and red, in traditional Chinese culture, evoke a sense of wealth and auspiciousness.
Fortune Bead Bracelet Weaving Method – Preparation: Two cords, three bracelet accessories, and two fortune beads. 1. Take one cord, fold it in half, and tie a double connection knot without tightening it. 2. Take another cord, fold it in half, and insert it into the knot before tightening. 3. Weave the two middle cords twice using a snake knot. 4. Move the two outer cords to the middle, ensuring one passes from below and the other from above. 5. Weave the two middle cords twice with a snake knot. Repeat step 4, stringing fortune beads onto the cords as needed. 6. Once the desired length is reached, tie the outer cords into a double connection knot, insert the middle cords into the knot, trim excess threads, and finish with a button knot. Secure the ends with a lighter or match for durability. Fortune Bead Bracelet Weaving Method 1: – Thread: Use 9-strand thread. – Quantity: Six strands, each 1 meter long. Step 1: Take two strands and start slightly left of center to create a diamond knot for the buttonhole. Keep the woven part flat on your fingertip for neatness. Step 2: Make the diamond knot about 2 cm long. Step 3: Take two more red strands and attach them centrally to the loose threads of the diamond knot. Step 4: Begin weaving a four-strand braid, holding the completed part with your left hand and crossing the opposite strands with your right. Step 5: Weave until the bracelet reaches 17 cm, then secure temporarily with a single knot. Step 6: Repeat the process with the last two red strands on the other side of the diamond knot to complete the four-strand braid.Step 7: Fold the diamond knot in half and secure it with a small clip (my personal technique). Take one loose thread from each end of the diamond knot and tie a fixed knot, ensuring it is not too tight.
Three Lucky Bead Bracelet Weaving Method: Illustrated steps for creating an attractive lucky bead bracelet. Step 4: First, prepare scissors, red cord, and a lighter. Of course, the lucky bead is the main component. Then, fold one red cord into a double strand. Hold one end of the double red cord with one hand and manage the curved end with the other hand, as shown in Figures 3 and 4. Next, cross and twist the two red cords together, paying attention to controlling the tightness and density, as illustrated in Figures 5 and 6. After twisting the two red cords to a certain length, tie a knot, being mindful of the length control, as depicted in Figures 7 and 8. At this point, combine the two cords and thread them through the hole of the lucky bead to string it, then prepare to tie a knot, as shown in Figures 9 and 10. Separate the two red cords, twist and tie a knot, then prepare to string the second lucky bead, as illustrated in Figures 11 and 12. Use the same repetitive method to string all the prepared lucky beads. Continue repeating the cross-twisting action until the length is suitable for the wearer’s wrist, then tie a final knot. As shown in Figures 13 and 14, finally, cut off the excess red cord after tying the knot and use a lighter to singe the ends for fixation. The finished result is shown in the diagram below. Zodiac Year Lucky Bead Bracelet Weaving Method: Tools/Materials include gold lucky beads, red cord, jade beads, scissors, and a lighter. Steps/Methods: First, prepare four red cords and tie a knot about 5-6 cm from one end. Then, divide the longer end into four strands: the first strand crosses over the second, the second crosses over the third, and the third crosses over the fourth. Finally, the fourth strand passes through the loop of the first strand. Pull all four strands tight, as shown in the diagram. Repeat the above steps to achieve the effect illustrated. After braiding a section, thread the gold bead. Continue repeating the previous braiding method. Ensure the first knot is pulled tight to secure the lucky bead. After braiding another small section, thread the lucky bead and continue repeating the weaving process. Once completed, untie the initial knot made earlier, as shown in the diagram. Take one cord from each side, wrap it around the other cords, and tie a knot. Leave two cords at the end, cut off the excess cord, and use a lighter to singe the edges to prevent fraying. Then, prepare two jade beads (purchased from a crystal wholesale market). After threading the beads, tie a knot and singe the end with a lighter. Apply the same method to both ends. Cross the two ends of the cord, as shown in the diagram, and begin tying square knots. Repeat the above method, then cut off the excess thread and use a lighter to singe the thread ends. Thus, a beautiful Zodiac year lucky bead bracelet is completed. Isn’t it beautiful? Now, wear our stunning red lucky bead bracelet to catch everyone’s attention. Note: The number of lucky beads carries corresponding blessings.One bead represents lifelong good fortune, three beads symbolize family happiness, and five beads signify continuous progress. The combination of gold lucky beads with jade beads is called ‘Gold and Jade Fill the Hall, family wealth and prosperity. Materials for 6 lucky bead bracelet: – 1.3m long 72# braided jade thread (4 colors) – Lucky beads (size/material customizable) – 3 cone pendants (optional) – Lighter or glue – Scissors – Tape Weaving Steps: 1. Cut the braiding thread in half, then cut one half again. Take one piece and fold it with the other half. Create a slip knot at the top with a 0.6cm loop, trimming excess threads to equal length. 2. Secure the loop to a surface with tape. Braid a 2.5cm three-strand braid, then thread a bead onto the right strand. 3. Move the bead to the braiding point and cross the right strand to the center. 4. Thread a bead onto the left strand, cross it to the center. Repeat with the right strand while maintaining three-strand braid pattern. 5. Continue braiding while adding beads alternately to both sides. 6. After adding desired beads, resume normal three-strand braiding. 7. Measure wrist length after braiding, inserting one end through the loop. 8. Create reverse S-shape 2.5cm from end point. 9. Make sliding knot following diagram. 10. Tighten sliding knot and test adjustment function. 11. Trim excess thread after ensuring comfortable fit. 12. Melt three strand ends together with lighter to secure. Variations: Single-side bead placement, adjusted spacing, or different bead quantities create diverse styles. Optional cone pendant attachment after completing sliding knot. This simple method allows multiple design variations including double-row bead bracelets. The tutorial includes visual guide for Lee Min-ho’s handmade lucky bead bracelet from ‘The Heirs’. Seven braiding techniques are presented for user preference selection.