Check out this bracelet Tory and Candie taught at the Spring 2019 Twin Cities Bead Bazaar, using Vintaj Patinas painted on leather.
If you were able to join us at the Twin Cities Bead Bazaar on March 2 & 3, you’ll know how much fun it was! We are sharing this super easy bracelet Candie Cooper and Tory taught at one of the hourly Make & Takes. It’s made with leather cord and TierraCast end caps on NEW Extra Heavy Duty Memory Wire. And then painted with Vintaj Patinas.
Instructions:
- Using Finishing Pliers, make a loop at one end of the memory wire.
- Slide on memory wire a bead cap, leather and a bead cap.
- Cut excess memory wire leaving about 1/2 inche to 3/4 inch end.
- Create a loop on other end of the memory wire.
- Paint Leather with Vintaj Patinas. Let it dry.
Components to Make Bracelet: TC01854 (2), CH00793 (10″), WR00132, Vintaj Patinas
Does the pair need a sealant or glaze?
No it does not need a sealant or glaze. The paint will dry in a matter of seconds or minutes.
**Paint**, not pair
How long do you cut the leather pieces?
Your leather piece can be as long as you would like it to be. The one in the image is 9 inches.
What type of brush or tool was used for the metallic silver color? TIA
Soft Bristle brush. You can also use a fan brush.