Complicated Loom Band Bracelets: A Guide to Making Double Fishtail Designs

Are you looking for a fun and easy craft project to do with your kids? Look no further than complicated loom band bracelets! Specifically, we'll be focusing on the double fishtail design, also known as 'dragon scales.' This tutorial is perfect for kids who have mastered the single chain bracelet and are ready to move on to more complex designs.

To get started, you'll need a set of 60 loom bands in various colors. Our set includes 20 pink, 20 purple, 10 white, and 10 yellow bands. You can use these colors to create a unique and colorful double fishtail design.

The great thing about this design is that it's super easy for kids to make, even if they're new to loom band crafting. With a bit of practice, your kids will be making pretty bracelets in no time. And once they've mastered the double fishtail pattern, they can experiment with different variations and colors to create their own unique designs.

The video tutorial below shows you how to create this double fishtail design using a rainbow loom and loom bands. We'll also provide a step-by-step guide to help your kids follow along.

Double Fishtail Band Bracelet (aka 4 prong 'Dragon Scales') Tutorial

Materials:

* Rainbow loom

* Loom bands (60 total, including pink, purple, white, and yellow)

* Scissors

Instructions:

1. Begin by placing a loom band around the center of your rainbow loom.

2. Take another loom band and pass it through the first band, creating a fishtail pattern.

3. Continue this process, alternating between different colors, until you have created the desired length for your bracelet.

4. To finish the bracelet, simply tie off the final loop with a small piece of tape.

Tips and Variations

* Use different color combinations to create unique and personalized designs.

* Experiment with different patterns, such as adding in some single chain links or using different loom band widths.

* Try making a double fishtail design with different colors on each side for a fun and eye-catching effect.

With these simple steps and a little practice, your kids will be creating complicated loom band bracelets like a pro. So why not give it a try? Grab some loom bands and get creative!

Complicated loom band bracelets