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  • Question
    Does Kandi have anything to do with drugs?
    Felicia Axelsson
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    Kandi is associated with rave and EDM culture, and it depends on who you ask. Raves are to some people associated with drugs, so by extension, sometimes kandi is too. But it is never surefire, you can wear kandi without having anything to do with drugs.
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    How do you get the second row on? Do you use another piece of string or the same one?
    Adorkable Sana
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    Put the thread back through the first bead, and then add a bead and put the thread back through the third bead you initially put on, and so on. You just use a kind of long piece of string, but you can add on more string if you need to.
  • Question
    Does it take a long time to make?
    Anotheronebitesthesoil
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    Large, intricate cuffs can take a while. Try single row bracelets if you are short on time.
  • Question
    I have seen people making kandi chokers, how do I do it?
    Anotheronebitesthesoil
    Community Answer
    Make a bracelet but longer, so you can get it around your neck and have a comfortable fit. Make sure your cord is stretchy enough that you can get it over your head.
  • Question
    Kandi isn’t reserved for one culture to wear only, correct? I saw someone get attacked for wearing them and want to be sure.
    Anotheronebitesthesoil
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    Kandi is for everyone! It originates from rave culture, which isn't limited to any particular race or culture, but people that do not go to raves can still wear it.
  • Question
    Can I use threaded string? I don't have any elastic strings.
    Anotheronebitesthesoil
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    Whatever it it, it should be stretchy. As long as it stretches, it will work. Elastic is very cheap to purchase, so if your string is not stretchy, you should be able to buy the correct string for a few dollars.
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    What kind of string should I use?
    Community Answer
    Any stretchy string should work!
  • Question
    Where can I get the beads?
    Community Answer
    At a craft store or places like Walmart or Target.
  • Question
    If I do this, but smaller, could I possibly make a Kandi ring?
    Community Answer
    Absolutely. It will take 10 to 13 beads, depending how big your finger is.
  • Question
    does the brand matter for the elastic if so what do you recommend
    Community Answer
    No, it doesn't matter. Use any elastic cord.
  • Question
    Is this considered a ladder stitch?
    Community Answer
    The cuff they're showing seems to be an uneven peyote, but a ladder is easy, because it's simple.
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