DIY Tila Bead Bracelet

Second to the daily chain bracelet, the Tila bead bracelet is my favorite summer accessory. Not to mention they are insanely easy to make. Miyuki Tila beads are little square and rectangular glass beads and literally come in every color you can possibly imagine, which makes playing around with all kinds of amazing color combinations very addictive. I'll be selling a few Tila bead bracelet kits via Instagram where all proceeds will go towards an organization dear to my hear so head over there to find out more!!

You'll Need:

  • Miyuki Tila beads (an assortment of quarter, half and square Tila beads)
  • stretch cord (0.5mm for a softer stretch and 0.7mm for a tighter stretch)
  • scissors or cutters
  • clear nail polish

Start by cutting two strands of 16-18" stretchy cord. Tie the ends into a single knot.

Miyuki Tila beads are flat, two-holed glass squares. Both sides are slightly domed and have 2 .8mm parallel holes. They come in a huge variety of colors and 3 different sizes: quarter, half and full square, which the possibilities endless when it comes to different color combinations. You'll thread the beads onto both strands of stretchy cord at a time.

Continue adding beads until you've reached the desired length. Remember that you won't be leaving any room for a clasp for this bracelet! Once you've finished adding your beads, undo the initial knot you made.

Tie one set of strands into a tight double knot. This can be a little tricky as the bracelet will try to flip on you but just be patient! When the first knot is tied, tie the 2nd strand into a tight double knot. Then carefully place a very tiny dollop of clear nail polish on both knots.

Allow to dry completely before trimming away any excess. Your bracelet is ready to wear. And I dare you to make just one!

tutorial and photography by HonestlyWTF

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28 Comments

  1. Really love these. Love colour!

    7.29.20
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  2. Tracy Blum wrote:

    Love these! I also love your gold round bead bracelet. Do you mind saying where it’s from?

    7.29.20
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    • Maricelly Maldonado wrote:

      So beautiful!

      11.10.20
  3. Very detailed and informative. I certainly will make some of your inspirational bracelets.
    Thank you. BEA.

    7.30.20
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  4. Aimeé wrote:

    I L.O.V.E. it when you post like this. Thank you.

    7.30.20
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    • Ali wrote:

      Good directional. Anyone can advise the link where to buy the Tila bead ?

      6.29.22
  5. Lauren wrote:

    I love this I cant wait to try this

    8.3.20
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  6. Melody wrote:

    I love this idea but your ring does it say the word F**ked? It sure looks as though it does. Thanks for the bracelet idea. I am going to be making these for Christmas.

    8.3.20
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    • Carol wrote:

      Please add me to your list when kits become available.
      Thank you and Be Well

      11.18.20
  7. tammie wrote:

    I have such a hard time getting the tension even on both cords. I love making them but the bracelet looks “wavy”…any tips for that? I love your color choices too!!

    8.4.20
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    • Christine Sullivan wrote:

      You probably have the tension too tight. That would make them look wavy.

      11.15.20
  8. Kathleen Healy wrote:

    Love these beads,want to make some nice bracelets

    8.27.20
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  9. Kathleen Healy wrote:

    I have made a lot of bracelets,would love to make yours

    8.27.20
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  10. Jackie wrote:

    These are just gorgeous and seemingly easy to make!

    9.27.20
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  11. Raymond wrote:

    I like this bracelet. I will buy some of these for my wife soon.

    11.21.20
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  12. Raymond wrote:

    I like DIY project!

    11.25.20
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  13. so great,I just do it myself

    1.28.21
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  14. Colleen wrote:

    I want to learn how to make bracelet. I love to do any crafts. From A to Z.

    2.12.21
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  15. nuncad wrote:

    Your match is very beautiful,

    3.27.21
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  16. PIRE Brigitte wrote:

    Ce tutoriel est formidable : facile à suivre et bien expliqué. Je faisais déjà des bracelets avec des Tila, mais grâce à vous je vais améliorer ma façon de les réaliser. Cela devient une vraie addiction ,-) Merci beaucoup.

    3.29.21
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  17. Katheryn wrote:

    Love these! Are you still selling kits?

    4.2.21
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    • Erica wrote:

      Yes, will be posting them soon!

      4.14.21
    • Erica wrote:

      Yes, will be posting new kits soon!

      4.14.21
  18. Donna Martin wrote:

    How do I 0rder these beads?

    5.1.22
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