Make a Chain and Bead Bracelet

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This bracelet will take time but is fairly simple to make and with practice and high quality materials, will look professionally made.

Step 1  

Cut a length of wire about 10cm long (it easier to work with at this length and you will be able to make quite a few links from it).

 

Step 2  

Form a small loop at one end of the wire.

 

Step 3  

Thread a bead or group of beads onto the wire.

 

Step 4  

Cut the wire about 1cm from the last bead.

 

Step 5  

Bend the straight end of the wire (after the beads) into a loop. This is the first link for your bracelet.

 

Step 6  

Continue to make links in the same manner until you have enough to make your bracelet.

 

Step 7  

Join the links together directly, or use jump rings to fasten them together.

 

Step 8  

Add your clasp when your bracelet is long enough to almost fit around your wrist. Join the clasp with a jump ring at one end of your bracelet and use a larger jump ring on the other end of the bracelet which your clasp will fasten to.

 

Warnings

  • Be careful when cutting wire as the pieces will be sharp.

Things You'll Need

  • Jewelry wire (24 gauge or below works best)
  • Beads of your choice
  • Clasp
  • Round nosed pliers
  • Wire cutters

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