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Sunburst Bracelet
About this design:
I wanted to mix a few colorful chains together to create a fun summer bracelet and show off the colorful enamel teardrop. You could even make this design longer to create a necklace.
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
You will need: - 7" of each style of chain (I used 3 styles) - 2 jump rings - 1 enamel teardrop 8x14mm - 1 lobster clasp
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: Measure your wrist to see how much chain you need. Trim the chain as needed. Slide the jump ring through the end loops of the seed bead and cobalt enamel chains. On the sun chain, cut the last jump ring off and slide the jump ring through the bar hole. Repeat this process on the other end. |
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Step 2: Attach your clasp to the jump ring. Use an oval jump ring to attach your teardrop onto the main jump ring. |
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Measurements: 1x2mm seed bead
| per foot: $2.70 |
Measurements: 2mm x 1mm chain link
| per foot: $1.90 |
| 8 meter spool: $39.90 |
| per foot: $3.95 |
| per foot: $2.90 |
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On May 07, 2020 at 2:50 pm #
L Almudarris says:I love it!
On May 07, 2020 at 6:18 pm #
Melody F says:I did think it was a necklace! It would be a very pretty one. Maybe remove the center drop from the chain and replace it with larger blue one, and put the clasp in back.
On May 07, 2020 at 7:45 pm #
Andrea at Lima says:I agree with Melody F, it would be a pretty necklace. If you make it, I would love to see it.
On May 08, 2020 at 12:26 am #
franny says:love the colour combo especially with the twisted bar links…a must have!
On May 08, 2020 at 9:32 am #
Beady Little Eyes says:What fun – love the 3 chains together. So pretty Andrea.
On May 08, 2020 at 9:52 am #
kye says:Love all that beautiful chain!
On May 08, 2020 at 12:07 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Great idea mixing the chains together into one piece. Nice way to showcase the new enamel drops. A necklace would be great too.
On May 08, 2020 at 4:26 pm #
Maggies Mom says:Ditto! Eye-catching beauty!