Yosemite Bracelet

PROJECT B677
Designer: Julie Bean
Skill Level: Beginner
This bracelet features a wonderful array of different gemstones and reminds me of the beautiful diversity of nature which surrounds us. Because the design uses memory wire, it will keep its spiral shape and easy to make.
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.

You can make this bracelet wider if you add additional strands of beads. If you choose this option, I suggest not pre-cutting your memory wire before beginning the project.
  1. Cut your memory wire so that you have 6 continual coils (loops).
  2. Finish one end of the cut memory wire with a simple loop. To see how to do this, please watch the video: How to Finish Memory Wire Ends.
  3. String onto your memory wire: 1/2 the strand of 4mm gemstone cube beads, the strand of 8.5mm pale blue amazonite beads - but leave 2 beads unstrung, and the other half of your 4mm gemstone beads. Create a simple loop (as seen in the video) after your last bead and cut off excess memory wire.
  4. Place onto a head pin one 8.5mm pale blue amazonite bead. Create a simple wire loop after the bead and snip off excess wire. Repeat this step with another head pin and bead.
  5. Open the simple wire loops on the dangles above (the same way you would open a jump ring) and connect one to each of the loops on the bracelet. Close the loops back up.
  6. All done!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • SPAZ-28 - Pale Aqua Green Amazonite 8mm Round Beads /15.5 Inch
    Project uses 1 strand. You will need 1 package.

  • SPMX-44 - Gemstone Cube Bead Mix 4 x 4mm Beads /15.5 Inch Strand
    Project uses 1 strand. You will need 1 package.

  • WXM-038 - Gun Metal Grey Plated Stainless Steel Bracelet Memory Wire 12 Loops
    Project uses 6 coils. You will need 1 package.

  • FHP-6309 - Gun Metal Plated Head Pins 2 Inches/21 Gauge (50)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
  • XTL-5612 - Beadalon Memory Wire Shears Cutting Pliers -Strong & Easy
  • XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
Additional Information
Theme Boho
Ingredients SPAZ-28, SPMX-44, WXM-038, FHP-6309,

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.
Gemstone Beads, Amazonite, Round 8mm, Pale Aqua Green (15.5 Inch Strand)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Strand.
$6.49 / Package | SKU: SPAZ-28
Gemstone Beads, Mixed Stones, Square Cube 4mm, Multi-Colored (15.5 Inch Strand)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Strand.
$5.49 / Package | SKU: SPMX-44
Memory Wire, Bracelet Round Size Medium 2.25 Inch Diameter, 12 Loops, Gun Metal Plated
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Pack.
$2.29 / Package | SKU: WXM-038
Head Pins, 2 Inches Long and 21 Gauge Thick, Gunmetal Plated (50 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$2.79 / Package | SKU: FHP-6309
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
$6.29 / Package | SKU: XTL-5514
Beadalon Memory Wire Shears Cutting Pliers -Strong & Easy
The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose

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