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Making a Wire Bangle Bracelet Tutorial

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Interested in learning simple wire jewelry-making techniques? This video, by Allie from Potomacbeads shows how simple and easy creating a bangle bracelet can be using 16 gauge wire and a couple of beads. Make your own bangle bracelet in under five minutes.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Making a Wire Bangle Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Athenacast Jeweler's Wire 16 Gauge Round - Non-Tarnish Silver, ~ 12 Inches
  • Gemstones - Magnesite 'Turquoise' Round Beads 8mm Blue, ~ 14 Beads
  • Athenacast Metal Beads Square Cube Large Hole | 4mm | Real Silver Plated, ~15 Beads
  • Beading Tool Kit | 5 Piece Pliers Scoop & Awl, 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather 16 or 18 gauge wire, beads with large holes, round nose pliers, wire cutters, and needle nose pliers. Cut and Bend Wire: Cut a 12-inch piece of wire. Create a loop at one end using round nose pliers. Load Beads: Add beads in the desired order, ensuring they fit onto the wire. Form Clasp: After beading, bend the wire towards the bracelet and form a loop using round nose pliers. Add Charm: Attach a charm to the loop, using a jump ring if needed. Shape Bracelet: Bend the bracelet into the desired shape, adjusting for fit. Finish Clasp: Cut excess wire, and bend the wire around a marker to form the clasp. Secure the clasp to the loop.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Athenacast Jeweler's Wire 20 Gauge Round - Non-Tarnish Silver 18 Feet
    • Athenacast Jeweler's Wire 22 Gauge Round - Non-Tarnish Silver 24 Feet
    • Athenacast Jeweler's Wire 24 Gauge Round - Non-Tarnish Silver 30 Feet
    • BeadTec 10-Step Mandrel for Making Rings | 2-Piece Set | 1.5-10mm
    • Athenacast Jeweler's Wire 20 Gauge Round - Non-Tarnish Premium Gold Plated 18 Feet

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Making a Wire Bangle Bracelet Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Interested in learning simple wire jewelry-making techniques? This video, by Allie from Potomacbeads shows how simple and easy creating a bangle bracelet can be using 16 gauge wire and a couple of beads. Make your own bangle bracelet in under five minutes.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Athenacast Jeweler's Wire 16 Gauge Round - Non-Tarnish Silver, ~ 12 Inches
  • Gemstones - Magnesite 'Turquoise' Round Beads 8mm Blue, ~ 14 Beads
  • Athenacast Metal Beads Square Cube Large Hole | 4mm | Real Silver Plated, ~15 Beads
  • Beading Tool Kit | 5 Piece Pliers Scoop & Awl, 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather 16 or 18 gauge wire, beads with large holes, round nose pliers, wire cutters, and needle nose pliers. Cut and Bend Wire: Cut a 12-inch piece of wire. Create a loop at one end using round nose pliers. Load Beads: Add beads in the desired order, ensuring they fit onto the wire. Form Clasp: After beading, bend the wire towards the bracelet and form a loop using round nose pliers. Add Charm: Attach a charm to the loop, using a jump ring if needed. Shape Bracelet: Bend the bracelet into the desired shape, adjusting for fit. Finish Clasp: Cut excess wire, and bend the wire around a marker to form the clasp. Secure the clasp to the loop.