How to Make a Beaded Wire Bangle Bracelet

Bangles are simple but can add a touch of class to your outfit.

Bangle bracelets are trendy and dress up an otherwise casual outfit. Beads add a splash of color so you can coordinate with all of your favorite outfits. If you're in need of some new jewelry, try making your own beaded wire bangles at home. The bangles require little skill and FEW supplies. Choose your own beads and wire and invite your girlfriends over for this fun craft.

Things You'll Need

• 20 gauge wire, copper or silver
• Measuring tape
• Variety of beads, 4 to 8 mm
• Wire cutters
• Needle nose pliers

Instructions

1. Measure and cut 36 inches of wire.

2. Measure around your wrist to see how large your bangle bracelet should be. It must be large enough to go over your hand.

3. String beads onto your bracelet in any pattern you like. You will need about 9 1/2 inches of beads, depending on the size of your wrist.

4. Bring the ends of the wire together so the bracelet takes form and twist the ends together. You will have about 26 inches of wire left to work with.

5. Take one end of the wire and wrap it around the beads. Use needle nose pliers to bend and shape the wire.

6. Repeat with the other end of the wire, wrapping in the opposite direction.

7. Twist the ends of the wires around another wire to secure them.

Resources

• Bella Online; Wire Beaded Bangle; Shala Kerrigan