These instructions will make a finished bracelet that measures approximately 7.5". The materials included will make up to an 8" bracelet, but if you would like to make a bracelet that is larger than 8", please adjust the amount of cork cord accordingly.
- Decide on your finished bracelet length, and add 3/4". This is the length you will need to cut your cork cord to.
- Thread the end of the cord through the closed opening on the floral z-hook and fold over the last 5/8".
- Set the hole punch for a 2mm hole. Use the punch to make a hole through both folded layers of cork about 1/2" from the folded edge.
- Place the bottom of a rivet up through the bottom of the holes and snap the top of the rivet on.
- Place the rivet onto a bench block and use the rivet setting tool to set it.
- Fold back 5/8" on the free end of your cord and repeat the process to attach a rivet to this side 1/2" from the folded end.
- Lay your bracelet out flat and mark the placement for each of the 5 glue in rivetables with a pencil.
- Punch holes at the marks and rivet the glue in settings as shown in this video.
- Apply some GS Hypo Cement to the ridge inside the rivetable and press an SS34 crystal flatback into place. Repeat to glue in the remaining four flatbacks.
- Allow all glue to dry thoroughly before wearing.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
- CHX-1130 - Regaliz Flat Portuguese Cork Cord 10x1.5mm - Baby Blue - Sold By The Inch
Project uses 10 inches. You will need 10 packages.
- FCL-9364 - TierraCast Antiqued Silver Plated Lead-Free Pewter Floral Z Hook 28mm - 1 Piece
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.
- SWF-434402 - Swarovski Crystal, Round Flatback Rhinestone SS34 7mm, 12 Pieces, Crystal Iridescent Green F
Project uses 5 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- PND-05033 - TierraCast Rhodium Plated Lead-Free Pewter Rivetable Glue In Cup Bead 10mm - Pack of 2
Project uses 5 pieces. You will need 3 packages.
- FCO-4785 - TierraCast Antiqued Pewter Double Round Cap Compression Rivet Set 4mm - Pack Of 10
Project uses 7 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- XTL-1001 - G S Hypo Cement Precise Applicator Essential!
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.
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- XTL-0786 - TierraCast 4mm Rivet Setter Tool - 1 Tool
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- XTL-0248 - Eurotool Brass Mallet For Metal Smithing - 1 Pound