Retired - Braided Silk Bracelet

PROJECT B661
Designer: Julie Bean
Skill Level: Intermediate
You will love the way this pretty bracelet feels on your wrist and the way it matches almost everything in your wardrobe with its versatile gold, silver, and copper color scheme.
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.

NOTE: If you purchase just 1 more foot of each of the 3 SilverSilks lengths and 1 more pair of pinch end caps (FCR-7032) then you can make a matching necklace. The necklace is project N702 and can be found here.
  1. To make this project, please watch the video: How to Use SilverSilk Pinch End Caps and Make a Bracelet.
  2. The entire project is demonstrated in the video above.
  3. If you plan on making the necklace too, then start by making the necklace and use your leftover SilverSilk to make the bracelet - do not pre-cut any of your lengths.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • CHA-10012 - SilverSilk Capture 3mm Copper Knit Wire W/ Silver Ball Chain Core - By The Foot
    Project uses 8 inches. You will need 1 package.

  • CHA-10019 - SilverSilk Capture 3mm Silver Knit Over Silver Ball Chain Core - By The Foot
    Project uses 8 inches. You will need 1 package.

  • CHA-10014 - SilverSilk Capture 3mm Gold Knit Wire Over Silver Ball Chain Core - By The Foot
    Project uses 8 inches. You will need 1 package.

  • FCL-2522 - Beautiful Silver Plated Curved Lobster Clasps 15mm (10)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-5140 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge Thick (100)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-5170 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 7mm 20 Gauge (x100)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • FCR-7032 - SilverSilk Findings 3-Strand Pinch End Caps - Silver Plated 12x12mm (2)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex
  • XTL-0074 - Eurotool Nylon Jaw Pliers Chain Nose- For Scratch-Free Wire Work
  • XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
Additional Information
Theme Special Occasion, Bridal
Ingredients FCL-2522, FJR-5140, FJR-5170,

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.
Lobster Clasps, Curved 15mm, Silver Plated (10 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pieces.
$7.69 / Package | SKU: FCL-2522
Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge Thick (100 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.
$2.39 / Package | SKU: FJR-5140
Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 7mm 20 Gauge (100 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.
$3.49 / Package | SKU: FJR-5170
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Tools and Other Supplies:

Eurotool Nylon Jaw Pliers Chain Nose- For Scratch-Free Wire Work
The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose

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