I am a retired art teacher and I currently enjoy creating bracelets (from child to adult XXL sizes), anklets and necklaces. I only use quality gem stones (sapphires, ruby, emerald, agate, turquoise, onyx, etc...). All bracelets are created with a doubled elastic cord, knot tied multiple times and glued. The knot is tucked inside a bead so it is secure and does not show.