Braided Sparkle Bracelet (Reboot)

Name: Braided Sparkle Bracelet (Reboot)
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: PROJ-TC-B0001
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT PROJ-TC-B0001

Designer: Tracy Proctor

Skill Level: Intermediate

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Courtesy of TierraCast: TierraCast's unplated pewter finish is very "stamping friendly", and a crystal accent on the Blank Charm looks so nice alongside the moon and star!
From Julie Bean: If you have a 4mm crystal setting punch, you can easily add this design element where you create a recess and set the crystal into it. As an alternative, if you do not have a punch, you can also glue the flatback directly to the surface of the charm.
Reboot: This project is a reboot because we are gluing on a flatback crystal onto the charm instead of metal punching and setting the crsytal into the punched depression . We are also using a darker TierraCast pewter jump ring instead of the lighter one pictured.The PDF for this project will show the metal punching/stamping technique.

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.

The finished bracelet is approx. 7.5" long

Start by placing a dab of GS Hypo Cement in the center of your blank round charm. Set your crystal into the glue and let fully dry.
Attach 1 jump ring to each of the moon and star charms. Set aside.
Cut cord into 3 equal pieces. Align strands and insert the 3 ends into 1 crimp end. Squeeze firmly with parallel or flat nose pliers to secure. (Hint: squeeze from both sides and top.) Test hold carefully and use pliers again if needed. (Optional: apply a small amount of adhesive inside crimp end for added security.)
Braid strands together about 1 3/4", then thread 1 barrel bead onto all 3 strands.
String moon charm, blank charm, and star charm onto center strand of cord, then string on second barrel bead.
Position barrel beads 1 1/4" apart, then use parallel or flat nose pliers to secure in place, squeezing just enough to keep them from sliding.
Braid strands for another 1 3/4", the place a paper clip over end of braid. Trim cord ends evenly about 1/4" from clip.
Insert ends into second crimp end and secure with pliers.
Cluster charms at center and use front notch of crimping pliers to secure 1 crimp cover over center cord 1/4" from barrel bead. (Hint: try to keep the crimp cover opening to underside of bracelet.) Secure second crimp cover 1/4" from second barrel bead.
Secure two more crimp covers on either side of the center charm, spacing them evenly between the first two.
Use 1 jump ring to attach clasp ring at one end. Use 2 jump rings to attach clasp bar at other end.

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

FCL-140 - Toggle Clasp, Hammered Craftsman 16.5mm, Antiqued Pewter, by TierraCast (1 Set)
Project uses 1 set. You will need 1 package(s).

BMB-130 - Crimp Bead, Large Jardin Barrel 6x2mm, Antiqued Pewter, by TierraCast (2 Pieces)
Project uses 2 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

FCR-116 - Crimp End Cap, Jardin FIts 6x2mm Cord, Antiqued Pewter, by TierraCast (2 Pieces)
Project uses 2 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

PND-502 - Metal Charm, Blank Round 16.5x11.5mm, Antiqued Pewter, by TierraCast (1 Piece)
Project uses 1 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

PND-509 - Metal Charm, Crescent Moon 14mm with SS9 Chaton Crystal, Antiqued Pewter, by TierraCast (1 Piece)
Project uses 1 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

PND-510 - Metal Charm, Star with SS9 Chaton Crystal, Antiqued Pewter, by TierraCast (1 Piece)
Project uses 1 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

FCR-1093 - Crimp Bead Covers, 3mm, Silver Plated (50 Pieces)
Project uses 4 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

FJR-9110 - TierraCast Pewter, Small Open Jump Rings 5.4mm, 50 Pieces, Black (50 Pieces)
Project uses 5 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

PRES-2088-AQU16 - PRESTIGE Crystal, #2088 Round Flatback Rhinestone SS16, Aquamarine (1 Piece)
Project uses 1 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

XTL-1001 - G S Hypo Cement Precise Applicator Essential!
Project uses 1 piece(s). You will need 1 package(s).

CHY-2003 - Leather Cord, Round 2mm, Chocolate, by Leather Cord USA (1 yard)
Project uses 30 inches. You will need 1 package(s).

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-0380 - The Beadsmith, Super Fine Flat Nose Pliers with PVC Handle (1 Piece)
XTL-5230 - Double Notch Crimping Pliers - Works on 2mm And 3mm Crimps
XTL-5700 - Fiskars 5 Scissors for Beading Cord
XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers

Additional Information

Theme	Boho
Ingredients	FCL-140, BMB-130, FCR-116, PND-502, PND-509, PND-510, FCR-1093, FJR-9110, PRES-2088-AQU16, XTL-1001, CHY-2003,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

How to Open and Close a Jump Ring

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.

            
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .

             / Package | SKU: FCL-140

            
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .

             / Package | SKU: BMB-130

            
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .

             / Package | SKU: FCR-116

Metal Charm, Blank Round 16.5x11.5mm, Antiqued Pewter, by TierraCast (1 Piece)

            Metal Charm, Blank Round 16.5x11.5mm, Antiqued Pewter, by TierraCast (1 Piece)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.

                $0.96
            
             / Package | SKU: PND-502

Metal Charm, Crescent Moon 14mm with SS9 Chaton Crystal, Antiqued Pewter, by TierraCast (1 Piece)

            Metal Charm, Crescent Moon 14mm with SS9 Chaton Crystal, Antiqued Pewter, by TierraCast (1 Piece)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.

                $1.59
            
             / Package | SKU: PND-509

Metal Charm, Star with SS9 Chaton Crystal, Antiqued Pewter, by TierraCast (1 Piece)

            Metal Charm, Star with SS9 Chaton Crystal, Antiqued Pewter, by TierraCast (1 Piece)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.

                $1.59
            
             / Package | SKU: PND-510

Crimp Bead Covers, 3mm, Silver Plated (50 Pieces)

            Crimp Bead Covers, 3mm, Silver Plated (50 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $4.25
            
             / Package | SKU: FCR-1093

TierraCast Pewter, Small Open Jump Rings 5.4mm, 50 Pieces, Black (50 Pieces)

            TierraCast Pewter, Small Open Jump Rings 5.4mm, 50 Pieces, Black (50 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $1.85
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-9110

PRESTIGE Crystal, #2088 Round Flatback Rhinestone SS16, Aquamarine (1 Piece)

            PRESTIGE Crystal, #2088 Round Flatback Rhinestone SS16, Aquamarine (1 Piece)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.

                $0.16
            
             / Package | SKU: PRES-2088-AQU16

G S Hypo Cement Precise Applicator Essential!

            G S Hypo Cement Precise Applicator Essential!
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.

                $7.07
            
             / Package | SKU: XTL-1001

Leather Cord, Round 2mm, Chocolate, by Leather Cord USA (1 yard)

            Leather Cord, Round 2mm, Chocolate, by Leather Cord USA (1 yard)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Yard.

                $2.49
            
             / Package | SKU: CHY-2003