Who says memory wire is just for kids’ jewelry? This exquisite bridal bracelet is made on memory wire. The last thing a bride needs to worry about on her big day is a fussy clasp!
Tip: Do not cut the wire before you start your project. Simply string the beads until you get the number of loops you desire.
Step one: Start with three white Swarovski 8mm pearls, follow with one sterling silver 3mm roundel, one 8mm faceted rounded crystal AB bicone, another silver roundel.
Step two: Continue the pattern with three Swarovski pearls, one roundel, three pearls, one roundel, one faceted rounded bicone, and one silver roundel.
Step three: Repeat until you reach your desired length. Cut the wire and make a single loop. Push the beads tightly together, trim the wire on the other end and finish with another loop.
For additional embellishment, add a wedding charm to one of the end loops, or even a delicate ribbon.
Tip: Do not cut memory wire with your jewelry wire cutter. Use the memory wire shear (TOOL-104). Memory wire can be hard to bend, so when you are making your loop, turn it toward you. For step by step instructions, please see the Handy Tips section of our Learning Center.
Approximate Cost: Under $35
List of Components:
8mm Swarovski pearls, white (5810-WHITE8, qty 76)
8mm Swarovski faceted rounded bicone, crystal AB (5309-CRYSAB8, qty13)
3mm bright sterling silver roundel (STG-RNDL3, qty 39)
Memory wire silver bracelet (MWIRE-B1S, qty 1)
Tools used:
Memory wire shear (TOOL-104)
Lindstrom Supreme Round Nose Pliers (TOOL-603) |
