Retired - Back to School Charm Bracelet

Name: Retired - Back to School Charm Bracelet
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: B8050
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT B8050

Designer: Alexandra Smith

Skill Level: Beginner

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Thank goodness for teachers! Create a special keepsake or thoughtful gift by customizing a bracelet with colorful seed beads and the charms of your choice.

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 7 inch bracelet. For a longer or shorter bracelet, choose your desired length of chain.

Please watch the video: How to Make a Charm Bracelet with Seed Bead Accents. In this video, you will see from start to finish how to create this design using school themed charms, 3.7mm rolo chain, and 6/0 seed beads. First, you will see how to cut the chain to the desired length and attach a toggle clasp. Next, you will see how to attach charms to the chain in the order shown using jump rings. Finally, you will see how to attach beaded dangles onto the chain using head pins and wrapped wire loops.

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

PND-2256 - Jewelry Charm, Slate 'ABC' Cutout, 19mm, 1 Piece, Silver Plated / Enamel
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

PND-2309 - Jewelry Charm, Yellow School Bus, 12x15mm, Left & Right Pair, Silver Plated with Enamel
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

PND-213 - Silver Plated Charm, Year 2020 9.3x14.5mm, 1 Piece, Silver
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

BCS-6940 - Czech Seed Beads 6/0 'Rainbow Opaque' Mix Multi Assorted (1 Ounce)
Project uses 10 beads. You will need 1 package.

CHA-9953 - Silver Plated Round Rolo Chain 3.7mm Bulk By The Foot
Project uses 6.5 inches. You will need 1 package.

FHP-3001 - Silver Plated 2mm Ball Head Pins 21 Gauge 1.5 Inch (20)
Project uses 5 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FCL-3050 - Silver Plated Flower Toggle Clasps 14mm (5 Sets)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

FJR-3911 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 20 Gauge (50)
Project uses 6 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
XTL-0034 - Wubbers Classic Series Round Nose Quality Jeweller's Pliers
XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers

Additional Information

Ingredients

BCS-6940, CHA-9953, FHP-3001, FJR-3911,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

How to Make a Wrapped Wire Loop
How to Open and Close a Jump Ring
Intro to Beading 101: Getting Started with Jewelry Making
Product Guide: Using Charms in Beading and Jewelry Making
Seed Bead Size Chart

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.

Czech Glass Seed Beads, 6/0 Round, Rainbow Opaque Mix (1 Ounce)

            Czech Glass Seed Beads, 6/0 Round, Rainbow Opaque Mix (1 Ounce)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 oz..

                $3.49
            
             / Package | SKU: BCS-6940

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Silver Plated Rolo Chain, 3.7mm, by the Foot

            Silver Plated Rolo Chain, 3.7mm, by the Foot
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.

                $4.17
            
             / Package | SKU: CHA-9953

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Head Pins, with Ball Head 1.5 Inches Long and 21 Gauge Thick, Silver Plated (20 Pieces)

            Head Pins, with Ball Head 1.5 Inches Long and 21 Gauge Thick, Silver Plated (20 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 20 Pieces.

                $2.39
            
             / Package | SKU: FHP-3001

Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 20 Gauge (50 pcs)

            Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 20 Gauge (50 pcs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $2.25
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-3911