Retired - Double Row Alexa Bracelet

Name: Retired - Double Row Alexa Bracelet
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: B666
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT B666

Designer: Julie Bean

Skill Level: Intermediate

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This trendy bracelet combines 3 very popular elements: a pop of color, rhinestone cup chain, and a strong industrial metal chain. The two rows of rhinestone cup chain add a rich luxurious feel to this popular design.

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.

You will also need a ruler, an applicator for your E6000 (such as a thin wire or toothpick) and a binder clip for this project. Please note, the instructions make a 6.75" total length bracelet. If you need a longer bracelet, please adjust your lengths accordingly. General Tip: You will need 8 inches of cord per inch of rhinestone chain that you are tying on. After you measure the amount of cord you need, add an extra 10 inches just to be on the safe side before cutting. General Tip: Cut your curb chain first to the length you want your bracelet to be. After you cut the chain, count the links. You will want your rhinestone chain to be 2 links longer then your curb chain. For instance, if your curb chain is 17 links long, your rhinestone chain should be 19 links long.

The technique used to make this bracelet is shown in the video: How to Tie Rhinestone Cup Chain onto Curb chain.
Please view the video to see how to make this bracelet. The beginning of the video will show you how to tie the rhinestone cup chain onto the curb chain on one side and then the last part of the video will briefly show you how to tie a second piece of rhinestone cup chain onto the other side of the bracelet.
For this bracelet, you will want your 2 rhinestone chain lengths to be 19 links long each and your curb chain to be 17 links long. Each color of your satin cord should be 40 inches long. Based upon what you learned in the video, make your focal with the curb chain tied between 2 lengths of rhinestone chain.
Cut two segments of curb chain, 4 links long each. Connect one of these chain segments to each side of your bracelet focal (from above) using 3 7.7mm jump rings. See photo.
On the end of one of these now attached chain segments, attach a lobster clasp by using a 6mm oval jump ring. The lobster clasp will just attach to the end chain link on the other side of the bracelet.
All done! Enjoy.

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

CHA-9729 - Antiqued Silver Plated Heavy Curb Chain 7mm Bulk By The Foot
Project uses 7 inches. You will need 1 package.

CHA-2030 - Austrian crystal Gun Metal Plated Rhinestone Cup Chain 32PP Crystal - BY FT
Project uses 9 inches. You will need 1 package.

XCR-0111 - Rayon Satin Rattail 1mm Cord - Knot & Braid - Lavender Purple (6 Yards)
Project uses 40 inches. You will need 1 package.

XCR-0112 - Rayon Satin Rattail 1mm Cord - Knot & Braid - Purple (6 Yards)
Project uses 40 inches. You will need 1 package.

FJR-6000 - TierraCast Black Finish Brass Open Oval Jump Rings 6mm 20 Gauge (50)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

FCL-4732 - Gun Metal Plated Curved Lobster Clasps 15mm (6)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

FJR-6001 - TierraCast Black Finish Brass Open Jump Rings 7.7mm 16 Gauge (25)
Project uses 6 pieces. You will need 1 package.

XTL-1054 - E6000 Industrial Strength Glue Adhesive (0.18 fl oz)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-5700 - Fiskars 5 Precision Tip Scissors - Super Sharp
XTL-5610 - Xuron Memory Wire Cutters Cutting Pliers -Strong & Easy
XTL-9930 - Beadalon Beading Mats - Prevent Bead Rolling 12 x 9 Inch (Set of 3)
XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose

Additional Information

Theme	As Seen In
Ingredients	XCR-0111, XCR-0112, FJR-6000, FCL-4732, FJR-6001, XTL-1054,

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.

Rayon Satin Rattail 1mm Cord - Knot & Braid - Lavender Purple (6 Yards)

            Rayon Satin Rattail 1mm Cord - Knot & Braid - Lavender Purple (6 Yards)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 6 Yards.

                $2.49
            
             / Package | SKU: XCR-0111

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Rayon Satin Rattail 1mm Cord - Knot & Braid - Purple (6 Yards)

            Rayon Satin Rattail 1mm Cord - Knot & Braid - Purple (6 Yards)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 6 Yards.

                $2.79
            
             / Package | SKU: XCR-0112

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

             / Package | SKU: FJR-6000

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

             / Package | SKU: FCL-4732

TierraCast Black Finish Brass Open Jump Rings 7.7mm 16 Gauge (25 Pieces)

            TierraCast Black Finish Brass Open Jump Rings 7.7mm 16 Gauge (25 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 25 Pieces.

                $3.39
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-6001

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E6000 Industrial Strength Glue Adhesive (0.18 fl oz)

            E6000 Industrial Strength Glue Adhesive (0.18 fl oz)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.

                $2.19
            
             / Package | SKU: XTL-1054