Retired - Soledad Bracelet

Name: Retired - Soledad Bracelet
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: B8069
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT B8069

Designer: Alexandra Smith

Skill Level: Intermediate

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A bead woven wirework focal was created using the Baby Jewel Loom with 8/0 seed beads, Artistic Wire, and rolo chain. Customize this innovative bracelet design by choosing beads of various sizes and colors.

Instructions

Note: Components and tools listed within this INSTRUCTIONS box and the printer-friendly PDF, if available, may have been discontinued since this project was published. Refer to the PURCHASE COMPONENTS and TOOLS AND OTHER SUPPLIES sections for current availability.

These instructions will make a 6.5 inch bracelet. To modify the size, adjust your chain lengths accordingly.

If you are new to loom weaving, begin by watching our video: How to Use the Baby Jewel Loom.
Please watch the video: How to Use the Baby Jewel Loom with Artistic Wire. You will use approximately 12 feet of 26 gauge wire to set up your loom as shown in the video. For this pattern, you will need 9 warp wires.
Follow along with the video to create nine rows of 8/0 seed beads in the following order: Turquoise, Purple, Gold. You will use 8 beads per row.
Finish off the ends of the warp wires with picot beaded edging and wrapped wire loops as shown in the video.
Use flush cutters to cut eight 2.25 inch lengths of 2mm rolo chain, and two 2.25 inch lengths of 3mm rolo chain.
Use pliers to open a 4mm jump ring, and attach two 2mm chains to a loop on one side of your slide clasp. Repeat this step to attach chains onto each of the four endmost loops of the clasp (see photo for reference).
Open another jump ring and attach one 3mm chain to the center loop on your clasp. Repeat this step on the opposite side of your bracelet. Enjoy!

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)

WCR-2632 - Artistic Wire, Silver Plated Craft Wire 26 Gauge Thick, 15 Yard Spool, Gold Color
Project uses 12 feet. You will need 1 package.

XCR-9209 - Griffin Silk Beading Cord & Needle Size 2 Amethyst Purple
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

JSH-0037 - Toho Round Seed Beads 8/0 55 'Opaque Turquoise' 8 Gram Tube
Project uses 36 beads. You will need 1 package.

JSH-0233 - Toho Seed Beads, Round 8/0 #YPS0013 'Hybrid ColorTrends: Metallic Bodacious', 8 Grams
Project uses 36 beads. You will need 1 package.

JSH-0246 - Toho Seed Beads, Round 8/0 #YPS0017 'Hybrid ColorTrends: Metallic Spicy Mustard', 8 Grams
Project uses 36 beads. You will need 1 package.

CHA-99958 - 22K Gold Plated Fine Rolo Chain, 2mm, by the Foot
Project uses 18 inches. You will need 2 packages.

CHA-9969 - Matte Gold Plated Rolo Chain 3mm by the Foot
Project uses 4.5 inches. You will need 1 package.

FCL-5564 - Slide Tube Clasp, 3 Rings Strands 21.5mm, 4 Clasps, Gold Plated
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

FJR-5201 - 22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 19 Gauge (50)
Project uses 12 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-100 - Micro Grip Pliers, Side Cutters, 4.5 Inches Long, 1 Piece
XTL-101 - Micro Grip Pliers, Long Chain Nose, 5 Inches Long, 1 Piece
XTL-104 - Micro Grip Pliers, Round Nose, 5 Inches Long, 1 Piece
XTL-6139 - Beadalon Baby Jewel Loom By Julianna C. Avelar, Compact and Portable
XTL-3166 - BeadSmith Big Eye Beading Needles 2.125 Inches Long - Pack Of 4
XTL-0074 - Eurotool Nylon Jaw Pliers Chain Nose- For Scratch-Free Wire Work
XTL-0373 - Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5 Inch, 1 Pair
XTL-9920 - Beadaholique Beading Mat, 12.5x9.25 Inches, 1 Piece

Additional Information

Theme	Summer
Ingredients	WCR-2632, XCR-9209, JSH-0037, JSH-0233, CHA-99958, CHA-9969, FCL-5564, FJR-5201,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

Bead Looming 101: Beading and Jewelry Making on a Bead Loom
How to Make a Wrapped Wire Loop
How to Open and Close a Jump Ring
Wire Wrapping 101: Wire Wrapping Tips for Jewelry Making

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. This project is RETIRED. Please review project instructions carefully—some items may no longer be available for this project and will not be listed below. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.

Artistic Wire, Silver Plated Craft Wire 26 Gauge Thick, Gold Color (15 Yard Spool)

            Artistic Wire, Silver Plated Craft Wire 26 Gauge Thick, Gold Color (15 Yard Spool)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.

                $7.49
            
             / Package | SKU: WCR-2632

Griffin Silk Beading Cord & Needle Size 2 Amethyst Purple

            Griffin Silk Beading Cord & Needle Size 2 Amethyst Purple
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Card.

                $2.69
            
             / Package | SKU: XCR-9209

Toho Round Seed Beads 8/0 55 'Opaque Turquoise' 8 Gram Tube

            Toho Round Seed Beads 8/0 55 'Opaque Turquoise' 8 Gram Tube
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.

                $2.09
            
             / Package | SKU: JSH-0037

            
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .

             / Package | SKU: JSH-0233

22K Gold Plated Fine Rolo Chain, 2mm, by the Foot

            22K Gold Plated Fine Rolo Chain, 2mm, by the Foot
        
You will need 2 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.

                $2.49
            
             / Package | SKU: CHA-99958

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Matte Gold Plated Rolo Chain 3mm by the Foot

            Matte Gold Plated Rolo Chain 3mm by the Foot
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.

                $3.47
            
             / Package | SKU: CHA-9969

Slide Tube Clasps, 3 Rings Strands 21.5mm, Gold Plated (4 Pieces)

            Slide Tube Clasps, 3 Rings Strands 21.5mm, Gold Plated (4 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 4 Pieces.

                $6.99
            
             / Package | SKU: FCL-5564

22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 19 Gauge (50 pcs)

            22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 19 Gauge (50 pcs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $2.39
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-5201