(note- you want the fishing line as tight as possible so that it folds correctly) It's tough to get it to look right on this step, but by the time we add another row, they should line up.

The two rows of top color should be up against each other. Ideally, this should fold nicely so that you get a sort of 'triangle' of rows if you're looking from the side. In a similar fashion, we'll add a row of 2 of the top color. Pull each string, tightening the 2-row up against the starter bead.Insert the other end through the beads in the opposite direction (like the single bead, see pictures).Grab one end of the fishing line and slide two bottom-color beads onto it.

You could probably make one of these out of some wire too.įollowing the pattern, we need to add a row of two of the bottom color: Ideally you'll want a 'split' jump ring (these look like a tiny key ring, they won't have a space for the fishing line to fall out). They will let the lizard move freely around the key ring or whatever you attach it to without hurting the fishing line. Optional - If you're going to attach the guy to anything by his nose, you'll need one of these. (I think I bought the lighter stuff because it's cheaper) The stuff I have is 4lb test, I think as long as it fits through the hole in the beads (twice), it will work. Unless you're doing some crazy colors, you'll need: This would probably work alright with similar-sized beads but I think if the beads are too big, the 'folding' that you will see might not work right. Cut the ends of the thread.These are tiny glass beads, probably the smallest you can find. Tie a double or triple knot to make sure it’s good and secure. Tie the remaining string onto your keychain.Once you get to the end of the pattern, tie a double knot and make sure it’s secure.Repeat steps 5 and 6 to make the lizard’s back legs. Continue double threading following the color pattern on the first page (the Pattern Page included shows the same pattern it just shows you how the string looks on the inside).Thread a green, purple, green bead onto the right string, and put the left string back through to double thread.Using the same left string, thread it back through only the two green beads, and pull until snug. Thread two green beads and three orange beads onto the left string. You may need to hold onto the lizard or also pull on the left side to get it pulled tight enough. Using the same right string, thread it back through only the two green beads, and pull tight. Thread two green beads and three orange beads onto the right string. Now you will make the lizard’s front feet.Put the left string back through, and pull tight. String two green beads onto the right string.Put the left thread back through the three beads, and pull tight.

Thread a blue, green, and then blue bead onto the right string.

This is the technique you will use to make the rest of the lizard! Now, thread the left string back through the two green beads. Now you have a right string and a left string (they should be about the same length).

Place one green bead in the middle of the string.

Pick up a craft kit in the Youth Services Department or at the drive-up window, available while supplies last. Use a simple threading technique and pony beads to make a lizard keychain! Hang it on your backpack, in your room, or as a keychain for your library card.

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