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Initial Charm Bracelets
About this design:
For this design, I used some of my favorite gemstones and these great new initial charms to create these quick & easy-to-make bracelets.
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
- Beading Wire
- Crimp Tubes
- jump Rings
- Lobster Clasps
- Initial Charms letter charms
- Pave Charms
- Gemstones
Additional Images:
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: Make a loop at one end of the beading wire and secure with a crimp. Slide on the beads and use a crimp to secure the lobster clasp at the other end. Using jump rings, attach the initial charms & the pave charms. |
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On Apr 10, 2020 at 8:01 am #
kye says:These are super cute. They look great stacked.