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These instructions will give you a 7 inch bracelet. To modify the length, simply adjust the length of chain used.
- To see how to complete this project from start to finish, please watch our video: How to Add a Mini GemDuo Bead Woven Focal to a Chain Bracelet. In this video you will learn how to make a Mini GemDuo beaded focal to go in the center of a chain bracelet. You will then see how to attach the focal using jump rings and secure it with a magnetic clasp.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
- BCT-0362 - Czech Glass Mini Gemduo, 2-Hole Diamond Shaped Beads 6x4mm, 8.5 Grams, Tropical Rainforest
Project uses 18 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- BCT-0353 - Czech Glass Mini Gemduo, 2-Hole Diamond Shaped Beads 6x4mm, 8.5 Grams, Crystal Bronze Pale Gold
Project uses 10 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- BCT-0354 - Czech Glass Mini Gemduo, 2-Hole Diamond Shaped Beads 6x4mm, 8.5 Grams, Crystal Bronze Fire Red
Project uses 8 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FJR-5452 - 22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (50)
Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- CHA-0129 - Gold Plated Saturn Chain with Bead, 4x6mm, by the Foot
Project uses 6 Inches. You will need 1 package.
- FCL-6807 - Magnetic Clasps, Round 6x4.5mm, 4 Sets, 22K Gold Plated
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.
- XCR-1285 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Smoke Gray
Project uses 1 Spool. You will need 1 package.
RECOMMENDED TOOLS:- XTL-3006 - The Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
- XTL-0373 - Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5 Inch, 1 Pair
- XTL-0117 - The Beadsmith Ultra Thread Zap, Battery Operated Thread Trimmer, 1 Piece
- XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
- XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire (1 Piece)
- XTL-0023 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Bent Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers