The great thing about friendship bracelets is that they are easy to make and beautiful. They are a constant reminder of the friendship and its importance. Friendship bracelets also help to show the world that you are best friends with someone. The bracelets you make together will be totally unique no other set of friends will have a set like them. You can design them with whatever colors you choose. Write messages on your friendship bracelet that only the two of you understand. Described bellow are some ideas for friendship bracelets that will be distinct and fun.
- Try a few distinct colors when you are braiding the bracelets. Choose a set of colors that you feel expresses your personalities. These could be the favorite colors of each person, or colors that have significance for some other reason. You could even choose colors that match outfits you both have. Don’t be afraid to try crazy colors or contrasting colors. You want the bracelet to stand out and let everyone know about your friendship.
- Is there some small object that means something to you as friends? Perhaps a bottle top or a little figurine? If the object is small enough you can attach it to your friendship bracelet with glue. This add an entire new dimension to friendship bracelets, which are usually just a plan braided band. The resulting bracelet will be one of a kind and unique to your friendship. Almost any small object can be attached to the bracelet.
- Write your friends name onto the bracelet. This can be tricky with a braided bracelet, but with a thick marker you can write out your friends name. This shows immediately who your friend is. You can look down at the bracelet and read their name, thinking of them.
- Not all friendship bracelets need to be braided. Although traditionally friendship bracelets have some sort of braiding, you can make a friendship bracelets out of just about anything. With some fishing line you can string beads or shells together to make a beautiful bracelet. You can collect some objects and make a funky eclectic bracelet. Don’t limit yourself when it comes to friendship, the most important thing is for the bracelet to express your friendship.
These are just a few ideas for cool friendship bracelets. Talk with your friend about designs and brainstorm. Obviously you don’t want your friendship bracelet discussion to end in an argument. Think about the things that you share in common and build on your common interests. Be open to new ideas and look around you for unexpected sources of new ideas. A good friendship bracelet will be a lasting testimony to your friendship—be sure to design something you will want several years down the road.