Take your piece of cord and thread it through the metal loop on the charm (if not using charms, use beads and follow the instructions to the other end below). Tie both ends of the cord and repeat to make a knot, then once more to make a double knot and tie as tightly as possible.
Thread on additional beads for 1-2cm, then make a single knot tightly on top to secure all beads tightly. Measure amount of cord to fit outside of a book (hardback novel should fit almost all books) then make a single knot at top of length + 1cm. Thread on more beads with a large bead last. If the large bead hole is so big that when you tie a double knot it slips off then put a seed or tiny bead at the very end and do the double knot tightly. If you struggle, try, try again- it takes practice. Hemp is harder to work with than linen cord, so use if you can.
Finally, paint clear nail varnish on all of the knots to stop them from loosening. You can use for a while without but they will loosen eventually. Voila! Enjoy!
Kate
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