Retired - Set of 4 Memory Wire Christmas Ornaments

PROJECT C803
Designer: Julie Bean
Skill Level: Beginner
Create festive handmade Christmas ornaments using a wonderful array of beads, tassels, charms, and memory wire! This pretty set of four ornaments is easy to make and fun to put together - a great holiday DIY project.
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.

  1. To make these ornaments, please watch the video: How to Make a Set of Four Memory Wire Christmas Ornaments.
  2. In the video you will see how to make both styles of ornaments - the classic round shape as well as the long spiral ornament. The round ornament is created using bracelet size memory wire and the spiral ornament is created using ring size memory wire.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • PTS-155 - Chain Tassel Pendant, Ball Link Threads with Bell End Cap and Ring 64mm, 2 Pieces, Silver Plated
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BCZ-5650 - Preciosa Czech Crystal Beads 6mm Bicone 'Emerald' Green (20)
    Project uses 20 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BGL-8307 - Faceted Glass European Style Large Hole Bead - Siam Ruby Red 14mm (1)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 2 packages.

  • BCP-3471 - Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads 4mm Round Emerald (50)
    Project uses 24 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BCS-6915 - Czech Seed Beads 6/0 Mix Deck The Halls Christmas (1 Ounce)
    Project uses 1 mix. You will need 1 package.

  • BCP-1253 - Czech Fire Polished Glass, Donut Rondelle Beads 8.5x5.5mm Siam Ruby (12)
    Project uses 12 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BCP-01089 - Czech Fire Polished Glass, Donut Rondelle Beads 7x4mm, 40 Pieces, Labrador
    Project uses 36 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FHP-6267 - Silver Plated Open Eye Pins 22 Gauge 2 Inch (x50)
    Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • WXM-010 - Beadalon Ring Size Memory Wire Silver Plated Steel 95 Loops 1/2 Oz
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • WXM-020 - Bright Silver Color Bracelet Memory Wire 12 Loops
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • PND-2269 - Jewelry Charm, Trumpeter Angel, 23mm, Left & Right Pair, Silver Plated
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5610 - Xuron Memory Wire Cutters Cutting Pliers -Strong & Easy
  • XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
  • XTL-0021 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Round Nose Jeweller's Pliers
  • XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
Additional Information
Theme Christmas
Ingredients BGL-8307, BCP-3471, BCS-6915, BCP-1253, BCP-01089, FHP-6267, WXM-010, WXM-020,
Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

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.
Faceted Glass European Style Large Hole Bead - Siam Ruby Red 14mm (1 pcs)
You will need 2 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.
$1.39 / Package | SKU: BGL-8307
Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads 4mm Round Emerald (50 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$1.89 / Package | SKU: BCP-3471
Czech Glass Seed Beads, 6/0 Round, Deck The Halls Christmas Mix (1 Ounce)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 oz..
$4.49 / Package | SKU: BCS-6915
Czech Fire Polished Glass, Donut Rondelle Beads 8.5x5.5mm Siam Ruby (1 Strand)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Strand.
$3.29 / Package | SKU: BCP-1253
Czech Fire Polished Glass, Donut Rondelle Beads 7x4mm, Crystal Labrador Full-Coat Silver (40 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 40 Pieces.
$5.69 / Package | SKU: BCP-01089
Open Eye Pins, 2 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, Silver Plated (50 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$3.69 / Package | SKU: FHP-6267
Memory Wire, Ring Round 0.75 Inch Diameter, 95 Loops, Silver Plated
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Pack.
$4.47 / Package | SKU: WXM-010
Memory Wire, Bracelet Round Size Medium 2.25 Inch Diameter, 12 Loops, Silver Plated
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Pack.
$2.39 / Package | SKU: WXM-020
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Tools and Other Supplies:

Xuron Memory Wire Cutters Cutting Pliers -Strong & Easy
Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
$32.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-0020
Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Round Nose Jeweller's Pliers
$29.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-0021

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