First Light Bracelet

Name: First Light Bracelet
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: B2483
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT B2483

Designer: Kat Silvia

Skill Level: Intermediate

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This design uses crimp tubes and crimp covers as metal beads for a fresh take on a strung bracelet. Add your favorite mix of Czech Glass Druk beads for a colorful pop.

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.

To size this design, simply adjust the pattern of beads strung.

Begin watching our video: Quick Tip: Using Crimp Beads & Crimp Covers as Metal Beads. From what you learned in the video, turn 10 crimp covers into beads.
Then cut 12 inches of beading wire and add a bead stopper about 2 inches from one end.
String on the beads in the following order. 1 druk bead, 1 crimp bead, 1 druk bead, and 1 crimp cover bead. Repeat 9 times, then add 1 druk bead, 1 crimp bead, and 1 druk bead.
String on one crimp tube and thread the wire up and over one closed jump ring before threading the wire back through the crimp tube. Pull until snug and crimp the crimp tube. Trim any excess wire. Add a crimp cover.
Move to the other side of the bracelet, remove the beads stopper and repeat the above step, adding a lobster clasp instead of the jump ring.

If you purchase all of the items listed, you will be able to make two bracelets!

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

FCR-2016 - Crimp Bead Covers, Fluted Design 4mm, 50 Pieces, Silver Plated
Project uses 12 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FCR-2006 - Metal Crimp Beads, Barrel 2x1.5mm, 100 Pieces, Silver Plated
Project uses 13 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FCL-9404 - Lobster Clasps, Curved Claw with Loop 11.5mm, 10 Pieces, Silver Plated
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

FJR-4121 - Silver Plated Closed Jump Rings 6mm 18 Gauge (20)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

XCR-1255 - The Beadsmith Flex-Rite Beading Wire, 7 Strand .02 Thick, 30 Foot Spool, Clear
Project uses 12 inches. You will need 1 package.

BCP-0137 - Czech Glass Druk Beads, Round 6mm, 50 Pieces, Gemtones Mix
Project uses 22 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire (1 Piece)
XTL-5608 - Xuron 4 In 1 Crimping Pliers - Works On 1, 2 And 3mm Crimps!
XTL-114 - Bead Buddy, Bead Bugs Bead Stoppers Regular Size, 4 Pieces

Additional Information

Theme	Summer
Ingredients	FCR-2016, FCR-2006, FCL-9404, FJR-4121, XCR-1255, BCP-0137,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

Standard Necklace and Bracelet Lengths
Stringing 101: Bead Stringing Basics

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.

Crimp Bead Covers, Fluted Design 4mm, Silver Plated (50 Pieces)

            Crimp Bead Covers, Fluted Design 4mm, Silver Plated (50 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $4.79
            
             / Package | SKU: FCR-2016

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Metal Crimp Beads, Barrel 2x1.5mm, Silver Plated (100 Pieces)

            Metal Crimp Beads, Barrel 2x1.5mm, Silver Plated (100 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.

                $4.89
            
             / Package | SKU: FCR-2006

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Lobster Clasps, Curved Claw with Loop 11.5mm, Silver Plated (10 Pieces)

            Lobster Clasps, Curved Claw with Loop 11.5mm, Silver Plated (10 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pieces.

                $4.99
            
             / Package | SKU: FCL-9404

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Silver Plated Closed Jump Rings 6mm 18 Gauge (20 pcs)

            Silver Plated Closed Jump Rings 6mm 18 Gauge (20 pcs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 20 Pieces.

                $2.69
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-4121

The Beadsmith Flex-Rite Beading Wire, 7 Strand .02

            The Beadsmith Flex-Rite Beading Wire, 7 Strand .02" Thick, 30 Foot Spool, Clear
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.

                $5.75
            
             / Package | SKU: XCR-1255

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Czech Glass Druk Beads, Round 6mm, Gemtones Mix (50 Pieces)

            Czech Glass Druk Beads, Round 6mm, Gemtones Mix (50 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $2.80
            
             / Package | SKU: BCP-0137