Shimmering Love Bracelet (Reboot)

PROJECT B2339
Designer: Kat Silvia
Skill Level: Intermediate
A charming statement of love, this bracelet features Austrian crystal hearts and beads in their sparkling Shimmer Effect.
Reboot: We have updated the Components section with sparkling AB Effect crystals to replace the discontinued Shimmer Effect crystals. The final result is very similar, with more colors reflected in the light.
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 give you a bracelet that is 6.5 inches in length. To modify, simply adjust the length of chain and the placement of the beads to suit your size.
  1. Begin by cutting a length of 45 links of chain.
  2. Open one jump ring and attach it to the heart end of the toggle clasp and to one end link of the chain. Close the jump ring.
  3. Take one head pin and string on one bicone bead. Begin to make a wrapped wire loop, but before closing the loop, hook it on to the first link of the chain. Finish the wrapped wire loop and trim any excess wire. Note: The rolo chain has perpendicular links, as you add the beads you will want to make sure they are on the same side of the bracelet so they dangle properly when worn.
  4. Move over two links and use one jump ring to attach the heart with the shimmer side facing forward. Close the jump ring.
  5. Move over two links, make another wrapped wire loop with a bicone on it and attach it to the link in the same manner as before.
  6. Next, move over four links, take a head pin, string on one round bead, make a wrapped wire loop and attach it to the link in the same manner the bicones.
  7. Move over four links and repeat the pattern three whole pattern more times. Be sure to alternate the way the hearts face. 1 and 3 with the shimmer side out; 2 and 4 with the crystal side out.
  8. To the final link of the chain, use a jump ring to attach the bar of the toggle clasp. Close the jump ring.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • SWCR-6423 - Austrian Crystal, 6228 Heart Pendants 10mm, 6 Pieces, Light Siam Shimmer
    Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • SWC-06597 - Austrian Crystal, 5000 Round Beads 6mm, 10 Pieces, Light Siam Shimmer
    Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • SWBI-14593 - Austrian Crystal, 5328 Bicone Beads 4mm, 24 Pieces, Crystal Shimmer
    Project uses 8 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-5219 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 6mm 20 Gauge (50)
    Project uses 6 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FHP-5319 - Beadalon Silver Plated Ball Head Pins - 22 Gauge - 2 Inches (24)
    Project uses 12 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCL-7018 - TierraCast Silver Plated Pewter Scroll Heart Toggle Clasp 14mm (1)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • CHA-98967 - Silver Plated Round Rolo Chain - 5.7mm Diameter - Sold By The Foot
    Project uses 6.25 Inches. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
  • XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
  • XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
Additional Information
Theme Valentine's Day
Ingredients FHP-5319, FCL-7018, CHA-98967, FJR-5467, PRES-5328-CRYSAB4, PRES-6228-LSMAB10, PRES-5000-SIALAB6,

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.
Beadalon Head Pin, with Ball Head 2 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, Silver Plated (24 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 24 Pieces.
$4.49 / Package | SKU: FHP-5319
TierraCast Pewter Toggle Clasps, Scroll Heart 14mm, Silver Plated (1 Set)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Set.
$3.39 / Package | SKU: FCL-7018
Silver Plated Rolo Chain, 5.7mm, by the Foot
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.
$7.37 / Package | SKU: CHA-98967
Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 6mm 21 Gauge (50 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$3.49 / Package | SKU: FJR-5467
PRESTIGE Crystal, #5328 Bicone Bead 4mm, Crystal AB (1 Piece)
You will need 8 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.
$0.22 / Package | SKU: PRES-5328-CRYSAB4
PRESTIGE Crystal, #6228 Heart Pendant 10mm, Light Siam AB (1 Piece)
You will need 4 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.
$0.99 / Package | SKU: PRES-6228-LSMAB10
PRESTIGE Crystal, #5000 Round Bead 6mm, Light Siam AB (1 Piece)
You will need 4 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.
$0.70 / Package | SKU: PRES-5000-SIALAB6
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
The Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
$6.29 / Package | SKU: XTL-5514

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