Memory Wire Vase and Bracelet

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We all love versatile pieces, but we are really expanding the boundaries with this fun idea! This embellished vase makes a wonderful gift or home accent. The secret is that it is made on memory wire and can also be worn as a bracelet! This bracelet is heavy and is not recommended for smaller wrists.

Step one: Cut a length of memory wire about two inches longer than a full loop. In one end, make a single loop. For detailed instructions on how to make a single loop, please visit the Handy Tips section of the Learning Center.

Step two: Begin stringing your beads with a 5mm antique gold coiled heishi pewter spacer. Follow that with a pewter gold cube bead, another heishi spacer, and then add a lampwork twist oval bead of your choice. Continue with this pattern until you come within a half inch of the end of the wire. You should have 7 twist beads at this point.

Step three: Finish with another single loop. When you are done, simply drape the bracelet around a small vase, or wear it as a bracelet.

Artbeads.com does not sell the small glass vase pictured in this project. We recommend visiting your local craft store for a selection.

Approximate cost: Under $35 (does not include vase)

List of components:
Memory wire silver bracelet 1 oz (MWIRE-B1S, qty 1)
16x14mm multi-twist oval beads (LB-988, qty 1 strand)
5mm antique gold coiled heishi spacer (GA-5583, qty 16)
Pewter gold cube bead (G-5561, qty 8)
Small glass vase (not sold at Artbeads.com)


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16x14mm Multi Twist Oval Beads
16x14mm Multi Twist Oval Beads12 inch strand, 16x14mm beads
Product Code: LB-988
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Antique Gold 5mm Coiled Heishi Spacer
Antique Gold 5mm Coiled Heishi SpacerLength 3mm, Width 5mm
Product Code: GA-5583
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Gold Cube Bead
Gold Cube BeadLength 4mm, Width 4mm
Product Code: G-5561
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Memory Wire Silver Bracelet 1oz
Memory Wire Silver Bracelet 1ozDiameter 44-57mm
Product Code: MWIRE-B1S
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