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Soft Edges Bracelet
About this design:
My favorite thing about making jewelry is taking unusual, rough or earthy pieces and softening them with elegant elements. I just love the handmade chain because of it's organic, textured, cool shapes. I like to layer it with pearls and crystals to give it a brighter, lighter feel.
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The products in this design are listed below.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: Choose a variety of Czech glass fire polished and pressed beads as well as some pearls and crystal rondelles. You will also need two cones, a clasp, two 6mm jump rings, two eye pins and two crimp tubes. |
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Step 2: Cut two lengths of Beadalon .015" 49 strand wire to about 8 inches. Cut two handmade chain lengths to 6 inches each. Attach one jump ring to each eye pin, set one combination aside. Attach both of the pre-cut chain lengths to the working jump ring. Crimp one length of Beadalon the jump ring between the chains and string a random variety of the bead mix you have chosen. When you have about six inches strung, crimp the other end to the other jump ring. Repeat this step with the other Beadalon strand, placing it so the chain and beaded strands alternate. |
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Step 3: Pull the eye needles through the cones, and while holding them tight while using your needle nose pliers to bend them to a 90 degree angle. |
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Step 4: Finish the bracelet by attaching the completed design to the clasp with wrapped loops on both sides. |
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| 30 ft. spool | $15.90 |
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On Jun 10, 2011 at 1:22 am #
Orchid Betty says:Fabulous design!
On Jun 10, 2011 at 6:23 am #
Michelle says:Rebecca, this is a lovely design, the colours go so well together ~ beautiful pearls ! Really, really lovely !
On Jun 10, 2011 at 8:37 am #
Linda Talbott says:I love this piece … it is marvelously earthy. The fire polished Czech glass (which I love) along with the pressed beads and pearls is gorgeous.
On Jun 10, 2011 at 11:08 am #
Cuban Queen Crazy Chick says:Very pretty bracelet, I like your color choices
On Jun 10, 2011 at 1:34 pm #
Fashion Chick aka SC says:I’ve added this to my favorites. It’s beautiful!
On Jun 10, 2011 at 1:40 pm #
Janet Miriam says:LOVE this!
On Jun 10, 2011 at 5:37 pm #
Mahala RockChick says:Really love the colors of this!
On Jun 10, 2011 at 10:21 pm #
Gina P - Delta Chick says:Gorgeous!
On Jun 10, 2011 at 10:31 pm #
Violet says:Very pretty, I love pearls, and this is so full of earthiness and color !!
On Jun 11, 2011 at 11:03 am #
Jewelry by Shannon says:This is a beautiful bracelet … love all the components. SLS
On Jun 11, 2011 at 12:15 pm #
sunny chick says:Beauty of a bracelet!
On Jun 11, 2011 at 5:42 pm #
NY Bella says:A fab piece! Into favs!
On Jun 15, 2011 at 10:04 pm #
Reet says:Absolutely gorgeous!
On Jul 02, 2011 at 5:40 am #
Aurika B says:Excellent bracelet…love the colourful pearls and the way you used metals!
On Aug 21, 2011 at 2:50 pm #
Karla G says:Beautiful! Thank you for posting the instructions.
On Sep 08, 2011 at 2:20 pm #
jancop says:Love it! Thanks for posting the instructions!
On Nov 20, 2011 at 10:57 pm #
D SOUTHERLAND says:I LOVE THE EDGE BRACELET IT’S COLORS ARE SO GOOD CAN BE WORN WITH SO MUCH
On Dec 20, 2011 at 7:54 pm #
C Brosnan says:very pretty!
On Feb 24, 2012 at 1:10 pm #
Nancy Mc says:Just beautiful!!
On Feb 24, 2012 at 3:00 pm #
olive penguin says:This is beautiful. I love the colors in it.
On Mar 31, 2012 at 8:54 am #
A Milam says:Beautiful. I love the variety of media!
On Mar 31, 2012 at 2:44 pm #
mowwmom says:Love it, excellent instructions, am off to make one for myself now! Thanks for sharing it.
On Apr 05, 2012 at 5:12 pm #
Peri C says:Beautiful! My muse is going into high gear now!
On Apr 05, 2012 at 5:18 pm #
Peri C says:Continually adrift in a state of wonder!
On May 16, 2012 at 10:15 pm #
lizanna says:Groovy!
On May 25, 2012 at 12:03 pm #
Sheryll K says:This is awesome!
On Aug 02, 2012 at 3:08 am #
J Kidd says:Inspirational design. So unique and lovely <3
On Sep 07, 2012 at 7:50 pm #
nutz4beadz says:I received my first two orders from you today.
I am impressed and delighted with the beads and your service. Czech beads are the best and your selection is fabulous.
In addition, I placed two orders on the same day and wasn’t charged additional postage for the second order and they were shipped together. I am grateful for the consideration.
Fast delivery, fab packaging, user friendly site, money off coupon on next purchase,wow, all made it a wonderful first time experience.
Charlotte aka beadinggma
On Jan 02, 2013 at 10:09 pm #
C Hartley says:Love the bracelet. The instructions need some work. This could be a beginner bracelet but the current instructions require intermediate knowledge. Could you edit? This would make a beginner feel like a real beader if the instructions were more complete. Thanks!
On May 02, 2013 at 6:56 pm #
M Decker says:I think your bracelet is so interesting…it’s got female and male qualities. It’s fun to look at and I’m sure it’s fun to wear!!
On Aug 19, 2013 at 2:41 am #
E Hines says:Love at first site. I am gonna try it. I am just getting started at beading.
On Oct 06, 2013 at 6:05 pm #
Gemme Designs says:So rich and elegant, luv it!!!
On Nov 15, 2013 at 12:38 pm #
Kraftycat aka Fern says:Your design is beautiful! I love the different textures and colors!
On Apr 18, 2014 at 5:49 pm #
krazedrabbit says:I love the textures and colors!
On May 25, 2014 at 12:52 pm #
Patt C says:Love to make a necklace out of this. Would I triple it?
On Aug 12, 2014 at 10:54 am #
Prazsong says:I love this! So “earthy” and textured, yet, as you say, “soft”. It’s a great bracelet for a stashbuster, too! I don’t have (or make!) handmade chain, but I have some other rustic pcs. of chain that will work well.
Thank you! This is a great bracelet!
On Mar 10, 2015 at 2:20 pm #
Virginia R says:Exactly the mix of beads and metals I like for an “organic” look. Excellent materials choices! Thanks for posting.
On Jun 21, 2015 at 5:12 pm #
S lopez says:Please put a list of items for the bracelet. would love to make it.
On Jul 06, 2015 at 6:05 pm #
N Kent says:I really love this bracelet and am going to try to make it tonight. Thanks for the idea. Really nice bracelet. I’m hooked on the earthy Picasso beads and the duos also. I’ll send a picture when I’m done. Nancy
On Mar 17, 2016 at 11:34 pm #
R Spencer says:Rebecca:
I have come across your Soft edges Bracelet that has a date of June 2011 and you have shared directions to make. I cannot see well enough to make this. Can I purchase the bracelet? Do you have a site that I can view your jewelry?
On Jul 23, 2016 at 12:48 pm #
Clemmie says:I enjoyed seeing this gorgeous bracelet and instructions, and totally understand the comment and compliment above by R. Spencer. It is stunning, understated “rustic” elegance. Comfort food for the soul. Beautiful designed and crafted, Rebecca J. I would also love to know if you have a website that showcases your jewelry for sale.
On Jul 31, 2016 at 8:52 pm #
Tashinka Beading Heart says:Gorgeous bracelet! Just my type of organic, too!