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This bracelet measures 8 inches total. To modify the size, adjust the length of your SilverSilk and the number of beads woven.
- Please watch our video: How to Weave a Beaded Edge onto Flat SilverSilk. Using what you have learned in the video, begin by cutting 7 inches of SilverSilk (you will trim about 1/4 inch off each end once your beaded edging is complete, before adding your end caps). Also cut 4 feet of beading thread, or as much as you are comfortable working with, and thread your size 12 needle.
- Begin about 1/2 inch from the end of the SilverSilk, and follow along with the video to start your picot edge with brick stitch using seed beads. Continue to create an alternating pattern of seed beads and crystal beads in the same manner as shown in the video. You will need to tie off and add new thread as you weave. Complete your beaded edging 1/2 inch from the opposite end of your SilverSilk, tie off and weave in your thread. Repeat this entire step on the other side of your SilverSilk to create your second beaded edge.
- To attach end caps and a clasp to your bracelet, please watch our video: How to Finish Flat Silversilk with Ribbon Crimp Ends. Trim about 1/4 inch off each end of your SilverSilk, then follow along with the video to attach your cap ends and clasp. Enjoy!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
- CHA-10023 - SilverSilk 8-Needle Flat 4.8mm Knit Wire Mesh - Gold Plated - Sold By The Foot
Project uses 7 inches. You will need 1 package.
- SWC-0484 - Austrian Crystal, 5000 Round Beads 4mm, 12 Pieces, Fuchsia
Project uses 68 pieces. You will need 6 packages.
- DMRR-2024 - Miyuki Round Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, 8.5 Gram Tube, 2024 Matte Opaque Light Rose
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.
- FCR-7022 - SilverSilk Findings 1-Strand Pinch End Caps - Gold Plated 13.5x5mm (2)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FJR-5176 - 22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 7mm 18 Gauge (50)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FCL-2551 - 22K Gold Plated Curved Heart Lobster Clasps 12mm (10)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.
- XTL-1054 - E6000 Industrial Strength Glue Adhesive (0.18 fl oz)
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.
RECOMMENDED TOOLS:- XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
- XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
- XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
- XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)