How to Make Beaded Pattern Bracelets

Beaded pattern bracelets are ideal for jewelry-making beginners.

Beaded pattern bracelets are among the most popular form of jewelry making, especially for beginners. The major defining component of such bracelets is the type of beads used, of which there are many available on the market. Express your style and individual creativity by creating your own beaded pattern bracelets for little cost and with little difficulty.

Things You'll Need

• Beading wire
• Wire nippers
• Jewelry clasp
• Crimping pliers
• Beads

Instructions

1. Measure a length of beading wire around your wrist and add 1 inch to that measurement before cutting the wire with the wire nippers.

2. Thread one end of the beading wire through the ring end of the jewelry clasp. Thread it back through the ring again before using the crimping pliers to crimp the wire to hold the ring in place.

3. Design a bead pattern before stringing the beads by laying the beads on a flat surface and rearranging them into various patterns. Experiment with different styles and colors arranged in various orders until you find the pattern you wish to use. String the beads onto the beading wire when you are satisfied.

4. Thread the end of the beading wire through the lobster claw end of the jewelry clasp. Thread it back through the lobster claw again before crimping it into place.

Tips & Warnings

• Add charms and gemstones to your bracelet for a more distinctive piece of jewelry.

• Beware of measuring your bracelet too tight, for the beads may leave imprints in your skin if pressed too tightly against it.

Resources

• Art Beads