How to Design a Bracelet For a Man

Designing a bracelet for a man is much like designing a bracelet for a woman. With a man's bracelet it is important to stay away from feminine designs like flowers or hearts. Men's bracelets are larger than women's bracelets because most men have larger arms.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Magazines
• Tape measure
• Pencil
• Markers

How To Design A Bracelet For A Man

1. Measure the size of wrist you are designing for.

2. Clip images from magazines of men's bracelets you like. Use these images as inspiration for your design.

3. Gather jewelry making samples to decide what materials you will use for the bracelet. Use thicker materials for a masculine look. Thick silver or gold chain, leather or roping are all ideas.

4. Look at closures for the bracelet. If you have a leather bracelet a snap may be appropriate. The closure should be thick enough in relation to the bracelet material.

5. Using the materials selected as references, draw a picture of the design you want for your bracelet. Use the measurement you took earlier to draw the bracelet to scale.

6. Consult with a jeweler to see if your design is technically possible. Make necessary technical changes.

7. Give your design to the jeweler to construct your bracelet.

Tips & Warnings

• Look for current trends and styles with men's bracelet design. This will help the creative design process.

References

• Braided Leather Bracelet
• Recycled Leather Bracelet