My New Celtic-Inspired Bracelet Pattern (And an Art Contest Memory) | akaAWOL Tutorial

Today’s pattern is a deeper dive into Celtic-inspired design—with a tighter, more intricate twist on the version I made previously. I brought the colorful weaving closer together this time, giving the bracelet a denser, more complex feel. 💥

This pattern had me double-checking my own work multiple times—with a few frustrating “oops” moments along the way. But the result? Totally worth it.

🧵 In this video:

Exploring a refined version of a Celtic-style over-under design

What to watch for when weaving with overlapping paths

Why visual balance matters in finishing a full row

A personal story from junior high about my first big art win... that felt like a loss 😅

⏱️ Time to complete: ~1 hour
🧶 Strings used: 4 colors (one-third skein each)
⚠️ Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced
📏 Note: Colors were mostly scrap thread—except for the gray, which was "salvaged" from a project that never happened!

🌀 This bracelet is not beginner-friendly, but if you love knot puzzles and the satisfaction of getting everything to line up just right, you're going to love this pattern.

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