This strand it's made from 100% bonded nylon cord and Czech glass seed beads. They're designed for permanent wear and tie on, 2 strands are in the set.

TYING YOUR WAIST BEADS

1. Position the strand around your waist, where you would like them to lay.
2. Cross the ends at your desired fit, hold that spot, while allowing the extra beads to drop to the ends.
3. Tie 3-4 knots that spot.
4. Cut the ends to release the extra beads into a bowl, then cut the strings off close to the knot.

WEARING YOUR WAIST BEADS:

You can wear your waist beads all day, every day. Depending on the shade or bead type, they may dull after time from showering. Waist beads can endure almost any activity.