How to Make Rainbow Loom Necklace by Hand

By: Caley Walsh, Editor, FaveCrafts.com

With this collection of free beading patterns, you can craft your own jewelry to match any outfit or make an impressive gift for any occasion.

You will find beadwork patterns for necklaces, bracelets, holiday jewelry, and more. Skill levels range from beading patterns for beginners to advanced beading projects.

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BONUS Free Craft Video: Before you get started, learn all about the Different Types of Beads.

Free Bracelet Beading Patterns

Nothing says creativity quite like beaded bracelet patterns. Whether you're new to the world of jewelry making or a total expert, you can't go wrong with a simple handmade bracelet.

Make a DIY bracelet for yourself and wear it every single day. You can also make a matching one for a friend and give it as a meaningful gift on a birthday or during the Christmas season. The great thing about making bracelets is that you can really make a huge variety and have one to wear with every outfit.

Shades of Pink Bracelet

This beautiful Shades of Pink Bracelet is an easy pattern to make for beginning jewelry makers.  With a variety of crystal beads, this beaded bracelet pattern is easy to wear with any outfit.

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Cluster Bracelet

This festive cluster bracelet is the perfect handmade gift to make this season. It's bright and flamboyant, so you can show that special someone how much you care.

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American Bead Bracelet

Red, white and blue furnace beads with sterling silver spacers create a lovely bracelet for the 4th of July. This bead craft project gives you a great way to show your American pride anytime.

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Super Easy Memory Wire Bracelet

This is a great DIY recycled craft to do with old beads on a cold and rainy afternoon, and are fun crafts for teenage girls. This is a fabulous stocking stuffer or last minute gift for a birthday too!

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Memory Wire Bracelet

Memory Wire Bracelet are not only simple to make, but so fun to wear. ​You can also make one and give it as a gift during the holiday season. This is a fabulous project for anyone who is about to head to a fancy event or party.

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Dutch Spiral Bracelet

Use seed beads to create this stunning spiral bracelet. The methods used to create this Dutch Spiral Bracelets are easy to understand - even beginners can create this crafty accessory!

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Bangle Bracelet

Choose your own beads and design a funky bangle bracelet. You can dress it up or down - it's completely up to you. Show off your style without breaking the bank. This holiday season, make one for yourself and give another as a gift.

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Amber Rose Bracelet

With colors of "Aztec Gold" and "Summer Russet," the homemade beads in this DIY bracelet really shine. And don't worry -- ​making clay jewelry is easier than you might think.

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Easy Beaded Bracelets

These easy patterns make great gifts at any time of year. Try this pattern in a variety of colors for your next birthday or celebration opportunity.

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Macrame Meteor Bracelet

Use the macrame tutorial from Rings & Things with step-by-step photos for help creating this colorful beaded macrame bracelet. You can also create a ring with the same technique. How cute!

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Daisy Chain Beaded Bracelet Pattern

If you want to learn how to make jewelry but need to take it easy, this Daisy Chain Beaded Bracelet Pattern is perfect for you. Learn how to make a cool bracelets that you can give to all of your friends.

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Beaded Cuff Bloom Bracelet

This deceptively complex cuff bracelet uses multi-color cube glass beads and a roll of tiger tail wire to create a simply stunning accessory that you'll love to show off.

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DIY Loom Seed Bead Bracelet

You do not need a brand new loom to create stunning seed bead designs. Learn how to make your own jewelry on your very own DIY loom when you check out this brilliant tutorial.

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Why buy beads when you can make them yourself? Use newspaper to create beads that can be used for bracelets, necklaces and more. These 11 Ways to Make Newspaper Beads are perfect for anyone who wants to go green. Get the collection: 11 Ways to Make Newspaper Beads

Free Necklace Beading Patterns

Create standout necklaces! Give your creation to someone special in your life - they'll want to wear it forever. You can go back in time with a vintage pattern or fast forward with a futuristic design. Better yet, make one of each - a beaded necklace always makes a statement!

Colorful Love Necklace

This beautiful beaded necklace features heart-shape blown glass beads. This necklace would make a stylish Valentine's Day present for someone special.

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Blue Skies Necklace

This Blue Skies Necklace makes a great statement piece for almost any outfit.  With 2 different shades of blue beads, this DIY necklace is simple and quick to make.

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Beaded Boho DIY Necklace

Beautiful and bohemian jewelry does not have to cost a pretty penny. Avoid scanning thrift shops for the perfect gypsy-inspired necklace by creating your very own design.

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South Beach DIY Necklace

Neon is the newest bright accent to hit the crafting world, and it is not going away. This summer add glowing accents to your jewelry game with this Miami-beach inspired free necklace pattern.

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Jasper Donut Necklace

This beautiful beaded necklace features a prominent gemstone trillion donut. The four colors in the strand of the necklace pick up on the colors in the donut.

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Free Earring Beading Patterns

Make a big, bold statement with a pair of handmade earrings. Your accessories can be loud and wild or understated and elegant - it's up to you. Be sure your creation matches your style so you feel comfortable and confident when you wear them.

If you've never tried your hand at making earrings before, give it a whirl with any of these tutorials. Earrings are great practice for getting used to beading patterns because you have to make two of them!

Sparkle Flower Earrings

A new twist on an old technique: French beaded flowers wrap-around loops with Toho seed beads and CZ Gem Dropz make unique earrings.  Use the same technique to make a pin - or a pendant to create a matching necklace. You'll be surprised at how quickly these flowers bloom!

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Fairy Kiss Earrings

These precious Fairy Kiss Earrings are perfect for dressing up almost any outfit.  In a few simple steps, you can create these DIY bead earrings in any color you'd like!  Perfect for giving to friends, family, and even bridesmaids, these easy earrings can be worn over and over again and are simple enough for crafters of all skill levels.

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Bejeweled Drops

Create a gorgeous pair of earrings for any fancy occasion. Using Swarovski crystals and beaded rings you can have these earrings for yourself or to give as a gift. ​Once you learn how to make them, you will want to make a pair of earrings for each of your friends.

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Sassy Hot Pink Earrings

Make a huge statement with your own homemade Sassy Hot Pink Earrings. The shiny beads and dramatic design make this a true departure from other free earring patterns.

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Springtime Gypsy Earrings

These Springtime Gypsy Earrings feature beautiful Swarovski crystals. If you want to look good but don't have to spend a ton of money at a fancy jewelry store or boutique, DIY jewelry patterns are just what you need.

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Chandelier Earrings

These chandelier earrings are perfect for a night out on the town. Use your favorite crystals to create chandelier earrings with this easy technique that anyone can master.

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Beaded DIY Gift Ideas

A beaded gift is such a fun idea for a birthday or during the holiday season. They are so much fun to make. Make rings, a suncatcher or even a bookmark - there are so many crafty ways to use beads. This year, say you care with any of these free beading patterns.

Ribbon Bookmark

Create a beautiful ribbon bookmark that you can use again and again. This beaded bookmark makes an easy homemade gift for any occasion. Whether or not you know how to make jewelry, you can make this pretty project and use it to mark a page in your favorite book.

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Beaded Wine Cork Keychains

If you like to make crafts from wine bottles, make something from the corks too! These beaded wine cork keychains are adorable and thrifty, and you can customize them by switching out the beads.

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Beaded Book Thong

Use leftovers from your stash to create a beautiful beaded bookmark, perfect for the graduate headed to college or your bookworm friend.

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Clip On Tassel

This versatile and decorative tassel is a wonderful project that can be used in a variety of ways. ​You can use it as a purse tassel, just clip it to the zipper or metal ring for instant embellishment.

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Beaded Bib Leash

Okay, it might sound odd, but what a great idea! Turn any ordinary washcloth or hand towel into a stylish bib. Just clip on, and you're ready to dine.

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If you love beading patterns for the holidays, our collection of 27 DIY Beaded Ornaments is for you! Ranging from projects for kids to general jewelry ornaments to everything in between, this collection is perfect for jewelry makers who'd love to add a little sparkle to the tree. Get the collection: 42 DIY Beaded Ornaments

Beaded Anklet Patterns

Beading patterns for anklets are perfect for summer and make great gifts for adults and little girls. Wear one with a pair of flip-flops and shorts when you hit the beach. Learn how to make jewelry that you can wear with a fancy dress or a casual swimsuit - anklets look good no matter what.

Silver Leaves Anklet

Made with bright red and turquoise beads, this Silver Leaves Anklet is perfect for any time of year.  You could wear it with a dress or use it to jazz up a simple jeans and tee ensemble.  Don't forget to make some for your friends, too!  If you'd rather not wear anklets, you could easily turn this pattern into a bracelet or necklace.

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Ocean Blue Anklet

This simple beaded anklet is perfect for a day at the beach.  Made with vibrant blue hues, this pattern will have you ready for summer in no time!  You could also wear this anklet as a bracelet if you prefer. If you have additional supplies left over, why not make a matching necklace or a pair of matching earrings? This simple pattern is great for beginners and is a fun way to jazz up your summer accessories.

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Free Home Decor Beading Patterns

Change the way you look at beading patterns by adding some to your decor. Did you know you can create pillows, lamps and even coasters using beads? These projects can really change the look of your space and add a touch of sparkle.

Beaded Barbeque Skewers

These BBQ Skewers can be used on the barbeque and are dishwasher safe. These are also great for fruit kebobs – just cut chunks of fresh fruit, skewer them & chill until ready to eat! If you don't know how to make jewelry but really want to work with beads, this is the perfect project for you.

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Restyled Table

This metallic paint and beaded fringe puts a modern twist on an inexpensive garage sale find. This hand-painted table idea will get you inspired to restyle all of your furniture. Take your decor from drab to fab!

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Beaded Wine Glass Charms

This set of wine glass charms is ridiculously easy to make and can be personalized to fit any theme! Great as a hostess gift or for your own party. No more question as to whose wine is that, until the third glass that is!

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Bead Buster Garden Stake

Add some beautiful color to your garden with this Bead Buster Garden Stake.  Made with some colorful beads and an old wire hanger, this lovely garden ornament is a great way to add some color to your home before the flowers bloom.

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Beaded Flower Pillow

Teens will love combining their new sewing skills with crafty fun with this bright project. This project is a great way to update a plain pillow.

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Beaded Green Ornament

Create these easy to make Christmas ornaments that make a great tree decoration or coffee table decor. Get in the holiday season by creating your own DIY beaded decor.

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Beaded Memory Lamp

To create your own memory lamp, hang cherished photos from a beaded lampshade. It takes some time to make, but you'll love the end results.

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Beaded Brooch Tutorials

Brooches might seem old school, but these are anything but dowdy. Make your own and attach it to a scarf or top for an unexpected dose of fun. This is something both you and your granddaughter can wear with pride. In fact, jewelry projects have never looked so good. Make a beaded brooch to dress up any jacket, scarf, or cardigan.

Contemporary Pin

The heating and flattening technique used in this project produces a fluid, unpredictable design that is the key to free-form shapes. The combination of metal and beads make this a true creative feat. Make something that really sticks out from the crowd.

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Flying Heart Brooch

Let your heart sing with this Flying Heart Brooch. This eclectic beading pattern uses many different beads to create a wearable masterpiece that you will love to show off.

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Pretty Pearl Bow

Learn how to make jewelry and trendy accessories like this pretty pearl bow, which can be pinned to a shirt, bag, hat, or anywhere you can think of! Go out in style with these free jewelry patterns.

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Bead Projects for Kids

Think beads and kids don't mix? Think again! Easy patterns are a great option when crafting with kids. As long as kids are adequately supervised, there's no need to worry! Get creative and spend the afternoon creating cool crafts.

Smiley Face Beaded Bracelet

A cheerful cord bracelet is fitting for a grade school teacher or a young student who helped make the smile beads. Kids will also love exchanging these as friendship bracelets.

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Ladybug Friendship Bracelet

Using two colors of DMC floss and ladybug and flower buttons you can create a nice looking friendship bracelet from DMC Threads. Help the kids make this one for their friends. These are great for birthday parties or school activities.

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Kids' Beaded Angel

Craft with your kids and make a pretty beaded angel! This angel craft for kids is simple and customizable. It'll be easy enough for the kids but fun enough for you!

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Free Holiday Beading Patterns

Find a free beading pattern for the holiday season, Halloween or even the Fourth of July! Think outside the box and look for beads that correspond to your favorite holiday. Make ornaments, earring patterns and even a bookmark - it's up to you! Crafts can really help you get in the spirit of the holiday you're celebrating.

Candy Heart Bracelet

Craft a beaded bracelet featuring lampwork hearts to wear or give this Valentine's Day. This wearable Valentine's Day craft from Rings & Things is easy to make and sure to impress.

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Pumpkin Bead Necklace

Add some Halloween festivity to your outfit with this die-cut pumpkin pendant hanging from a beaded necklace. This pumpkin necklace from Sizzix is a fun and easy craft for Halloween.

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Beaded Spider

Spooky! This Beaded Spider from The Bead Studio is a perfect project for Halloween. Wear it as a spooky pendant on a necklace, string two as earrings or make a keychain for a friend.

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Patriotic Collar Necklace

Red, white and blue "fire polish" beads wrap around memory wire in this beautiful collar necklace for the 4th of July. This beaded jewelry craft is a great way to show your American pride.

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Green and Gold Earrings

These lovely earrings made with green Swarovski crystal beads are perfect for a St. Patrick's Day party. They are pretty additions to a fancy outfit the rest of the year too, especially for a green-eyed lass.

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Beaded Easter Basket Earrings

Create delicate beaded Easter basket earrings in seed bead colors perfect for spring. This thorough tutorial makes the process of beading your own Easter earrings easy. Wear these to Easter brunch.

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Cute Beaded Icicle Swirls

These beautifully decorated icicle swirls would look brilliant hanging on your Christmas tree. They're easy to make and you can reuse them year after year. All you need are some sequins, tinsel and beads. They also make for great gift wrappers.

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Delicate Snowflake Ornament

Create a delicate snowflake ornament with colorful "cocktail" beads. A snowflake wire form makes this project a snap. Cover your tree with these beaded snowflake ornaments or hang from windows.

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Beaded Ball Ornament

Easy beaded Christmas ornaments are a great way to make your tree sparkle.  Try this Beaded Ball Ornament - you'll love the results and will save it for years.

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Free Ring Beading Patterns

Get creative and wear your love of beading on your sleeve...well, almost. A beaded ring may seem complicated to make, but it's actually a super cool idea. Test your skills with this free beading pattern for a ring.

Bling Ring

If you want to learn how to make jewelry but need to try something small first, look no further than this project.

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In Bloom Lemonade Ring

Everyone will compliment for handmade design and will ask where you got such a beautiful piece of jewelry. Rings always make a statement, but this ring is a true standout.

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BONUS: Learn How To Bead!  If you are new to beading, these illustrated articles will help illustrate the common techniques.

1. Learn how to string with beading cable and use this technique for future projects.
2. Once you've mastered that, it's time to move on to making wire-wrapped head and eye pins.
3. The last step in your quest to learn how to make jewelry is making loops at head and eye pins. By the time you're finished you'll be an expert.

How to Make Rainbow Loom Necklace by Hand

Source: https://www.favecrafts.com/Beading/101-Free-Beading-Patterns

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