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Fiber Sparkle Dangle Bangle
About this design:
Another year has passed and I am still loving the stacking layered bracelet look. Bangles are a great way to easily stack on your wrist. I wrapped 2 Nunn Design bangles together by weaving WoolyWire in and around them. On its own, that would create a very cool easy to wear bracelet, but when have I ever stopped there :-) I decided to embellish it with a variety of charms, pave beads, and Nunn Design jump rings. This charmy bangle works really well worn with additional simple metal bangles and wrap bracelets (or just on its own).
A bracelet like this has endless possibilities with all the amazing Wooly Wire we have for color inspiration just waiting to be combined with your selection of charms.
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: Begin with both bangles and the Wooly Wire. Wrap the Wooly Wire around one of the bangles (about 1/4") to get it started. Then stack the 2 bangles and wrap them together, weaving the Wooly Wire in-between and around the bangles in a freestyle way. Make sure not to pull too tight, since you will need enough space between the bangles for the jump rings to slide in when attaching the charms. I also like to leave some gaps in my weaving so the charms can gather in those spots. |
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Step 2: Make your charms and/or attach charms to jump rings. I used all silver head pins, but used different metals for the jump rings for some variety. Once you have all the charms assembled, lay them out around your bangle to get an idea of the layout and spacing. Then just attach the rings to the bangles one by one. Here's an idea: take a picture with your phone once you have your pattern set as a reminder when you are attaching the charms. See Tip: Closing A Jump Ring See Tip: Wire Wrap a Charm |
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Step 3: Try it on! Remember, if you don't like how it hangs or where a charm is, using the jump rings to attach the charms makes it really easy to move them. |
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Sterling Silver Headpin 2", 24 gauge
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Measurements: Tip Length: 0.67"
Measurements: Tip Length: 1.3"
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On May 31, 2013 at 8:58 am #
Beadzilla aka Wanda says:This is my kind of bracelet. The more dangle, the more Jangle. Awesome!
On May 31, 2013 at 9:19 am #
Deb Harding says:LOVE IT! Love all the dangles & the color. I have bunches of old bangle bracelets that I tarnished & messed up. You have given me an idea!
On May 31, 2013 at 9:28 am #
Mary - Sweet Chick says:Yay, Ali’s back with more fun designs!
Love it!
On May 31, 2013 at 9:30 am #
N Taylor says:The are just crazy cute.
On May 31, 2013 at 11:45 am #
Bettys Beads says:Welcome back to the design gallery Ali…you help us to get out of our comfort zone. Too cute.
On May 31, 2013 at 1:21 pm #
chicky zee says:Lovely design Ali and yes welcome back to the design gallery!
On May 31, 2013 at 1:35 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:Once again, you ROCK!
On May 31, 2013 at 8:22 pm #
Asia says:Love it
On May 31, 2013 at 9:35 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Summer fun bracelet! Love all of the colors
On Jun 03, 2013 at 12:49 pm #
Ali says:Thanks everyone!!
On Jan 23, 2014 at 7:30 pm #
P Bilyeu says:Very cool, unique, like Amazing! How exciting!! That’s what I love about my passion for jewelry making,its my own creation, not another one like it!!!! I Love the Originality!!!! Patricia B. nealandpatty1@aol.com
On Jan 23, 2014 at 7:31 pm #
P Bilyeu says:Actually That’s Patty B., Patricia B @ pbilyeu39@gmail.com
On Jan 27, 2014 at 3:13 pm #
Bad Girl Mystic says:freakin awesome – I love your eye for design
On Apr 02, 2015 at 9:34 pm #
sueperk28 says:This is one of my all time favorite bracelets!
On May 10, 2015 at 5:52 pm #
Moogie says:This is the type of bracelet I can imagine people would stop you & ask about it. And you’d proudly & humbly (of course) say that you made it!!
On Jul 07, 2015 at 1:50 pm #
M Kidd says:I love this! So fun and versatile! My kind of look! =)
On Apr 23, 2016 at 1:52 pm #
Kathryn R says:Another WINNER, Ali!
On Aug 16, 2017 at 12:51 am #
E Alleri says:I like the bracelet but I would rather use thin leather to connect the two bangles.I think this would make it look more expensive.