Charm & Sip

Welcome to your “Charm & Sip” workshop guide. Below you’ll find everything you need to create your own beautiful bag and phone charms—step‑by‑step instructions, a handy materials checklist, and quick troubleshooting tips. Grab your drink, get cozy, and let’s make something fun together!

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.

  • Item description

Bag Charms / Keychains

Ready to add a little personality to your tote? In this section, you’ll find everything you need to turn beads, charms, and simple hardware into a one‑of‑a‑kind bag or keychain. Tap each accordion below to see the materials list, step‑by‑step instructions, and handy tips to keep your project looking polished. Let’s make something you’ll love carrying everywhere!

  • Materials:

    • 1 Jump Ring (for attaching to the carabiner or key ring)

    • Safety Pin

    • Beads / Charms

    • Super Glue

    Instructions:

    1. Attach Top Jump Ring
      With the safety pin closed, slide a jump ring through the coil loop (the round end that doesn’t open). This is the end that will hang from your carabiner or key ring.

    2. Open the Safety Pin
      Carefully open the pin. Point the sharp tip away from yourself and others.

    3. Add Beads / Charms
      Slide beads onto the long straight wire (the part that was inside the clasp). Load them in the order you want them to show when the pin is closed.

    4. Close Securely
      Re‑insert the tip into the clasp until it clicks or seats firmly.

    5. Lock It (Optional but Recommended)
      Add a tiny dab of super glue at the clasp area to keep it from popping open. Avoid gluing the beads themselves or the jump ring. Let dry fully before hanging.

  • Materials:

    • Chain

    • Charms (mix sizes; pick 1 heavier “anchor” charm for the bottom)

    • Jump rings (1 per charm + 1 for the top)

    Instructions:

    1. Plan Your Layout:
      Lay out your chain on the table. Arrange charms in the order you want them to hang. Decide how much space to leave between each.

    2. Open a Jump Ring:
      Grip one side of the jump ring with each pair of pliers. Twist one hand forward and the other back (like turning a doorknob)—do not pull the ring wide sideways; twisting keeps it round.

    3. Add a Charm:
      Slide the charm onto the open jump ring.

    4. Attach to the Chain:
      Hook the jump ring (with charm) through the desired chain link.

    5. Close the Jump Ring:
      Twist the ring back closed until the ends meet flush—no gap. (Small rings can sometimes be pinched closed with fingers, but pliers make a stronger hold.)

    6. Repeat & Space:
      Continue adding charms to different links, spacing them as planned. Mix sizes/textures for visual interest.

      TIP: Place your largest or heaviest charm at the lowest link to help the chain hang straight.

    7. Add a Top Jump Ring:
      When you’re happy with the design, attach one last jump ring to the top link of the chain. This is what you’ll clip to your carabiner or key ring.

    8. Test Hang & Adjust
      Clip it on, check balance, and move charms if needed.

  • Materials:

    • Stretch Cord

    • 1 jump ring (to hang your stack)

    • Beads (mix sizes + shapes for texture)

    • 1 small stopper bead (last bead before the finish)

    • Jewelry pliers

    • Scissors

    Instructions:

    1. Cut Your Cord
      Cut a length of stretch cord ~8–10 in, so you have room to work.

    2. Add the Top Jump Ring
      Slide the jump ring onto the center of the cord so the cord is folded in half. You now have two equal tails.

    3. Secure a Base Loop Around the Jump Ring
      Bring both tails together and tie a simple overhand loop snugly around the jump ring (like starting a balloon knot). Pull tight so the knot sits right beneath the ring. For extra security, repeat to make a double knot.

    4. Thread Your Bead Stack
      String beads in your desired order down both cords. Mix shapes, metals, colors—have fun!

    5. Add a Small Stopper Bead
      When you’re happy with the length, slide on a small bead. Its job: give the crimp something solid to press against so your larger beads don’t slip off.

    6. Add & Crimp
      Thread a crimp bead onto both cord ends right after the stopper bead. Push the crimp snug to the stopper, then flatten it firmly with pliers.

    7. Trim Tails
      Trim excess cord close to the crimp (leave ~1/8 in / 3 mm if you want extra security; you can hide it under a bead cap if available).

    8. Test Hang
      Gently tug the bead stack and shake it. If everything holds, you’re ready to clip it to your carabiner or bag!

Phone Charms

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  • Materials:

    • Beads of your choice (mix colors/sizes to match your case or mood)

    • Waxed cord

    • Scissors

    • Tape

    Instructions:

    1. Cut Your Cord
      Measure and cut yourwaxed cord to the desired length. Optional: Tape a few inches from one end to act as a bead stop while you work.

    2. String Your Beads
      Feed beads onto the loose end of the cord. If the tip frays, trim a tiny bit and keep going.

    3. Form the Wrist Loop
      Slide the bead strand down the cord spool so you have several inches of bare cord above the beads. Fold the strand in half so the beaded portion forms a U shape; leave enough bare cord at the top to tie knots.

    4. Tie the Knots

      There’s two ways you can tie the knots.

      Option 1 video

      Option 2 are the written instructions below

    5. Tie Knot #1 (Top Loop Knot)
      With both cord tails together above the beads, tie a secure double overhand knot (like the first step of tying a balloon) to create the top loop that will attach to your phone. Snug, but don’t cinch all the way to the beads yet—you need room for the next knot.

    6. Tie Knot #2 at the Bead Line (Locks the Beads)
      Take both tails and tie another overhand knot down at the very start of the beads. Slide/pinch the knot so it sits tight against the first bead—this keeps the strand from loosening and hides the knot under the case later. Pull firmly.

    7. Trim & Seal
      Trim excess cord above the top knot. If desired, dab a tiny bit of super glue on the knots for extra security. Let dry.

    Attach to Your Phone

    Works great with a phone case that has a side opening (mute switch / volume gap) or lanyard hole.

    1. Remove your phone case.

    2. Push the top loop of your charm through an opening in the case (mute switch slot, camera cutout corner, or lanyard hole) from the outside to the inside.

    3. Feed the beaded end of the strap through that loop. Pull to cinch.

    4. Tuck the knots inside the case so they’re hidden and protected.

    5. Reinstall your phone. Give the strap a gentle tug to confirm it’s secure.

Voila! You did it!

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