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DIY Bead + Chain Bracelet

0 · Jan 16, 2014 · Stephanie Gerber · 5 Comments

DIY Bead + Chain BraceletThis time of the year I find myself wanting to keep things simple. After the glitz of the holidays, a return to simple, soothing things is a welcome antidote. This tutorial is no exception. It uses old beads from my jewelry collection, re-worked into a new bracelet that is really simple to put together. All you have to do is repeat one step until you have your desired bracelet length. They make a simple, elegant statement layered with your favorite chunky knit.

How to Make DIY Bead + Chain BraceletSupplies needed

  • beads – I used a selection from old necklaces
  • large curb chain
  • 0.8mm wire
  • 5mm jump-rings
  • vintage style jewelry clasps

How to Make DIY Bead + Chain Bracelet

Step 1

Cut two lengths of chain, measuring the same width as your wrist plus 5 cm.

Step 2

Cut lengths of wire of approximately 10 cm long. Fold over one end by a few millimeters and squeeze closed, forming little loops or ‘pin heads.’ I found it was easier to make a batch of these all at once.

Step 3

Now start to thread your beads. Leave two links of chain at the end of the bracelet, and then thread: bead, chain, bead, chain, bead. You can use all the same size beads if you prefer but I liked the contrast of sizes. You will also need to make sure the holes of the outside beads are quite small so that the wire can’t pass through.

Step 4

Once all the beads are in place, fold the end of the wire over the thinnest part of the pliers. You need the beads to be sitting really snug, and make sure the loop of the wire is as close as you can get to the last bead, to keep everything from moving around.

How to Make DIY Bead + Chain Bracelet

Step 5

Squeeze the loop together and snip off the excess wire.

Step 6

Repeat the above steps until you have a full bracelet of beads making sure you stop two links from the end of the chain. You want to keep your beads as close together as possible. I tried to put a bead every two links but sometimes it got a bit bunchy so I had to do every three links. Keep an eye on bunching, and if you have to miss a link, do so.

Step 7

Add your clasps to the ends of the bracelet, using 5mm jump rings. Each of these clasps has different holes. If there are two holes per clasp, then link either side of the chain accordingly. If there is only one hole, first link your chain together forming a ‘triangle’ shape, then fasten to your clasp.

Step 8

Make more bracelets – as soon as I made one, I had to give a few more variations a go!

 DIY Bead + Chain Bracelet

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  1. Samantha says

    January 16, 2014 at 11:25 am

    Nice jewelry rehab.

    Reply
  2. Emilia says

    June 10, 2014 at 8:40 pm

    Gorgeous! I’m going to make one for myself!

    Reply
  3. Candy lang says

    July 5, 2014 at 9:01 pm

    If you were to sell one like this, how much would you charge?

    Reply
  4. diana says

    June 3, 2015 at 5:09 am

    No picture!

    Reply
  5. Melissa Page says

    July 16, 2015 at 3:20 am

    Who would have thought these bracelets were so easily put together? They look gorgeous! *Looking for old beads right now*

    Reply

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