Czech Crescent Bracelet and Earrings with FREE Illustrated Tutorial

Czech Crescent beads are NEW at GoodyBeads. The Czech crescent beads are wedge-shaped beads with two holes. We have two easy and free tutorials using these Czech crescent beads.

 

Midnight Gold Czech Crescent Bracelet

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: Midnight Gold Czech Crescent Bracelet with FREE Tutorial
Design by So Vang

For this bracelet, we used a combination of black and gold crescent beads with Swarovski® crystals in Graphite AB2X. The midnight glow of the AB2X is hauntingly beautiful in this piece.

What you will need:

We love this bracelet because it is simple to make. First, start by threading on 4 seed beads. Keep the ends of your thread untied. Then, you will thread on a top layer with a sequence of 3 Czech crescent, a seed bead and a 4mm bicone crystal. Repeat this sequence until you’ve reached your preferred bracelet length. End this top layer with 3 crescent beads and 4 seed beads. Now, bring the thread down to the bottom 3 crescent beads you’ve ended with. You will now be threading the bottom layer by adding a seed bead and bicone crystal in between each crescent bead grouping until you’ve reached the end. Tie both of your thread ends together. Feed your threads back through a few beads before you cut off excess thread. Add your clasp and chain link to the seed bead loop ends you’ve made with jump rings.

Enjoy this illustrated pdf tutorial with instructions.

 

Midnight Czech Crescent Earrings

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: Midnight Czech Crescent Earring with FREE Tutorial
Design by So Vang

Complement your bracelet with this pair of earrings. Check out our illustrated pdf tutorial and instructions for these Czech Crescent Earrings.

What you will need:

First thread on your top layer with, crescent bead, seed bead, bicone crystal (4 times). Tie both thread ends together to create a cylinder shape. Feed your thread through one crescent bead and loop down through the second hole of the crescent bead. Thread in reverse of your cylinder shape with adding a seed bead and bicone crystal inbetween the crescent bead. Once you’ve reached the end. Tie off thread ends and thread through a few beads before cutting off excess and you’ve completed your crescent bead design.

Slide these beads onto the headpin and make a simple loop:
Seed bead, bicone crystal, 8mm round crystal, 6mm round crystal, crescent bead design, bicone crystal and seed bead.

Open your Ear-wire loop and slide on your crescent bead design headpin loop. Repeat for other earring.


 

Midnight Gold Czech Crescent Bracelet:

  • (30) SB03297 – 10mm Jet 2-Hole Czech Crescent
  • (15) SB03284 – 10m Matte Metallic Flax 2-Hole Czech Crescent
  • (28) SW01413 – Swarovski® 4mm Bicone Graphite AB2X Crystal
  • (36) SB00084 – 8/0 Metallic Dark Bronze Iris Miyuki Seed Bead
  • (2) TC00708 – 6mm Brass Oxide Oval Jump Ring
  • (1) Z006523 – 12 Brass Oxide Plated Lobster Claws
  • A006588 – Smoke Fireline Thread

Midnight Czech Crescent Earrings:

  • (8) SB03297 – 10mm Jet 2-Hole Czech Crescent
  • (20) SW01413 – Swarovski® 4mm Bicone Graphite AB2X Crystal
  • (20) SB00084 – 8/0 Metallic Dark Bronze Iris Miyuki Seed Bead
  • (2) TC01257 – 2 Inch Silver Headpins
  • (1 pair) – A008998 – Silver Base Metal French Wire Earrings
  • (2) SW00014 – Swarovski® 6mm Round Crystal White Opal
  • (2) SW00015 – Swarovski® 8mm Round Crystal
  • A006588 – Smoke Fireline Thread

 




Memorial Day DIY Jewelry

Memorial Day is a special day to honor those who have died while serving in the United States of America armed forces. We have a few DIY jewelry projects to commemorate this day and all American holidays.

 

Red, White and Blue Flat Leather Bracelet

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: Memorial Day DIY Jewelry - Red, White and Blue Flat Leather Bracelet using 5mm flat leather strands, rivets and bar clasp.
Designed by So Vang

Here’s a clean and sleek bracelet made from 5mm flat leather and rivets. First, measure four strands of leather at your wrist size plus two more inches for the loops. You can learn how to rivet leather loops by reading our previous blog. Make sure to loop your ends through the bar end before you hammer your rivets. Add a clasp and you are ready to rock to the beat of an American song.

  • (9) CH00046 – 5mm Red Flat Leather
  • (9) CHZ0044 – 5mm White Flat Leather
  • (9) CH00184 – 5mm Navy Flat Leather
  • (2) TC01720 – 1 Inch Gold Distressed End Bar
  • (2) A011522 – 6mm Gold Plated Jump Ring
  • (1) A019949 – Round Gold Magnetic Clasp
  • (8) TC01450 – 4mm Brass Oxide Rivet

 

Red, White and Blue Wrap Around Cord Bracelet

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: Memorial Day DIY Jewelry – Red White and Blue Leather Cord Wrap Around Bracelet using 2mm leather cord strands and clamp clasp.
Designed by So Vang

We made this bracelet easy to wear, make, and adjust. Take a strand of red, white and blue 2mm leather cord and line them up at one end. Take a silver clamp and clamp the three ends with serrated chain nose pliers. Hold your strands together and evenly straighten your strands. Make a flush cut at the other end and use another silver clamp to clamp those ends. Add your clasp and a simple USA charm. What’s versatile about this bracelet is that you can add knots in between your leather cords if you find the bracelet to be a bit loose. Plus, we think the added knots are a neat feature to the bracelet. Wrap 4 or 5 times around your wrist for a fire cracking weekend.

  • (1) A013401 – 2mm Navy Leather Cord
  • (1) A013406 – 2mm White Leather Cord
  • (1) A013408 – 2mm Burgundy Leather Cord
  • (2) A012441 – 10mm Silver Plated Clamp
  • (1) A019951 – Round Silver Magnetic Clasp
  • (3) A001529 – 6mm Silver Plated Jump Ring
  • (1) Z010064 – USA with Stars and Stripes Charm

 

Red Poppy Pin and Ring

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: Memorial Day DIY Jewelry – Red Poppy Ring and Pin made with Czech dagger beads and Swarovski crystals.
Designed by So Vang

You will find red poppies being adorned and worn on Memorial day. Here is a quick tutorial on how to make these red poppy pin and ring.

Red Poppy Pin

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: Memorial Day DIY Jewelry – Red Poppy Pin Tutorial.

What you will need:

  • (19) A010294 – 12mm Siam Glass Dagger Czech Beads
  • (7) A010288 – 12mm Jet Glass Dagger Czech Beads
  • (1) SW00135 – Swarovski® 8mm Bicone Crystal Beads Light Siam
  • (1) SW00101 – Swarovski® 8mm Round Crystal Beads Jet
  • (1) TC01257 – 2 Inch Silver 21 Gauge Headpins by TeirraCast
  • (1) MCPN0001 – 1 Inch Long Silver Plated Bow Tie Pins
  • A006588 – Smoke Fireline Thread

To make the pin, you will make Czech dagger rings by threading on Czech daggers and making a knot with the thread ends. Cut off excess thread. You will need to make three rings with 10 red Czech dagger beads, 9 red Czech dagger beads and 7 black Czech dagger beads.

Next, slide on your headpin the 8mm black round crystal, black dagger ring, red dagger smaller ring, red dagger larger ring and 8mm red bicone crystal. Make a simple loop. Open the headpin dangle loop and attach to the loop on the bow pin.

Red Poppy Ring

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: Memorial Day DIY Jewelry – Red Poppy Ring Tutorial.

What you will need:

  • (17) A010294 – 12mm Siam Glass Dagger Czech Beads
  • (1) SW00101 – Swarovski® 8mm Round Crystal Beads Jet
  • (1) A015180 – 12mm Adjustable Silver-Plated Ring
  • A015821 – Super New Glue
  • A006588 – Smoke Fireline Thread

For this ring, you will need to make two rings with 10 red dagger beads and 7 red dagger beads. Use a fast-drying glue, like Super New Glue to add to the base of your ring. Lay the larger red ring on top and press down with your finger. This will help the ring to lay flat. This should only take a few seconds to dry. Add some glue on the inner part of the red dagger ring and add your smaller red dagger ring. Hold it in place with your finger for a few seconds. Add some glue to that layer and place the jet round crystal on top.

 




Czech Honeycomb Bracelet Tutorials

Czech Honeycomb beads are popular! We have two easy and free tutorials on how to use these popular honeycomb beads to make a bangle and cuff bracelet.

Honeycomb Bangle by Apollinariya Koprivnik

GoodyBeads.com| Blog: Czech Honeycomb Beads Bracelet Tutorial: Czech Honeycomb Bangle

We followed BeadSmith’s Inspiration Squad Member, Apollinariya Koprivnik’s tutorial to make this stunning honeycomb bangle. We love its mesmerizing, 3D design. We dressed the bangle with the matte jet honeycomb and accented it with gold and silver seed beads and SuperDuos.

What you will need:

  • (2 strands) Z013173 – Jet Matte Honeycomb Czech Glass Beads
  • A006588 – Smoke Fireline Thread 50 Yard Spool (6LB TEST)
  • SB02474 – Matubo: Crystal Full Amber
  • SB01171 – Size 15 Matte Black Miyuki Seed Bead
  • SB00422 – Size 11 Galvanized Silver Miyuki Seed Bead
  • SB03131 – MiniDuo: Jet Mat
  • SB02170 – SuperDuo: Jet Amber Luster

Follow link for the BANGLE TUTORIAL.

Honeycomb Cuff

GoodyBeads.com| Blog: Czech Honeycomb Beads Bracelet Tutorial: Czech Honeycomb Cuff Tutorial.
Designed by So Vang

To create this wire-wrap cuff, we drew inspiration from Julie Romero’s honeycomb bangle bracelet. Follow our directions below to create this easy wire wrapped honeycomb cuff.

What you will need:

* Note: It is easier and quicker to work with shorter pieces of 26-gauge wire.

Items used for cuff bracelet: AW00088Z002579Z014736Z014689




Spring Czech Hibiscus Flower Jewelry

We are celebrating spring with some fresh Czech hibiscus flower beads. Flowers always come to mind when thinking about spring. And tropical hibiscus flowers are the perfect reminder that warmer months are ahead. We have some easy and inspiring spring jewelry projects that use beautiful Czech hibiscus flower glass beads and porcelain beads.

 

Porcelain and Czech Elastic Bracelet

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: Spring Czech Hibiscus Flower Jewelry - Porcelain and Czech Elastic Bracelet
Designed by So Vang

Here is a perfect bracelet to add to your spring outfits. Made with Czech hibiscus flower beads, Czech leaves, and pink porcelain beads, it is strung on elastic for an easy and wearable bracelet. For additional ideas, check out out our previous blog on elastic bracelets.

 

Cherry Blossom Czech Necklace and Earrings

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: Spring Czech Hibiscus Flower Jewelry - Cherry Blossom Czech Necklace
Designed by So Vang

We love these Pink with Picasso Hibiscus Czech Glass Beads because it reminds us of cherry blossoms. Our necklace has eyepin links of these pink hibiscus beads, as well as links of Frosted Green Porcelain Round Beads capped with Pink Luster Piggy Czech Glass Beads. Finishing the links off with a 24” brass chain, we have a simple necklace to wear to the next garden party.

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: Spring Czech Hibiscus Flower Jewelry - Cherry Blossom Czech Earrings
Designed by So Vang

We took the same link sequence from our necklace and made two pairs of earrings.


  • Porcelain and Czech Elastic Bracelet
  • (4) Z004860 – 14mm Aqua Opalite with Picasso Hibiscus Czech Glass Beads
  • (4) A008296 – 12mm Frosted Pink Porcelain Round Bead
  • (4) Z006506 – 10mm Olive Luster with Picasso Maple Leaf Czech Glass Beads
  • (12) A020421 – 6mm Antique Gilt Corrugated Metal Bead with Resin Base
  • A002290 – 0.7mm Stretch Magic Elastic Cord

Cherry Blossom Czech Necklace

  • (3) Z010013 – 14mm Pink with Picasso Hibiscus Czech Glass Beads
  • (3) A008292 – 12mm Frosted Green Porcelain
  • (6) Y008814 – 8mm Pink Luster Piggy Czech Glass Beads
  • (7) A019630 – 2 Inch Gunmetal Eyepins
  • (2 Feet) A008181 – 2mm Antique Brass Rollo Chain
  • (14) A020510 – 4mm Gold Hematite Rondelle Bead Strand

Cherry Blossom Czech Earring (Porcelain)

  • (2) A008292 – 12mm Frosted Green Porcelain
  • (4) A020510 – 4mm Gold Hematite Rondelle Bead Strand
  • (2) A019676 – 2 Inch Gunmetal Headpin
  • (1 Pair) A002409 – Gunmetal Leverback Earrings
  • (2) Y008814 – 8mm Pink Luster Piggy Czech Glass Beads

Cherry Blossom Czech Earring (Pink Czech)

  • (2) Z010013 – 14mm Pink with Picasso Hibiscus Czech Glass Beads
  • (4) A020510 – 4mm Gold Hematite Rondelle Bead Strand
  • (2) A019676 – 2 Inch Gunmetal Headpin
  • (1 Pair) A002409 – Gunmetal Leverback Earrings

 




Make a Multi-Strand Necklace with Swarovski® Tahitian Pearls

by Kristal Wick

One of the easiest “go-to” designs I have found is a multi-strand necklace or bracelet. WHAT? You say these look soooooooo difficult? Not true! Once you master the multi-strand, you’ll be hooked! I like to start by making piles of my fave components; for example, sitting in my studio on a chilly (16 degrees below zero) January day in Minnesota, I CRAVED a splash of beach so I grabbed some TierraCast® dolphins and seashells, beautiful blue Swarovski Tahitian pearls and crystals and frosted seed beads to give the piece a sea glass effect. Use three different colors of beading wire with one exposed to add an additional dimension to the necklace. It’s trendy these days to mix metals so I threw in copper components to reflect the shades of glistening sand and a bit of silver to represent the crest of the waves breaking up on shore. Whether you’re physically on a beach or visiting one in your mind, I hope this seashore delight will help you get through this long winter! Use three colors of beading wire – one color exposed – to add an additional dimension to the necklace.

Multi-Strand Blue Necklace

(1) A005473 – Soft Flex TRIOS Beading Wire – Tranquility

(10) FTCT0001 – 2mm Sterling Silver Crimp Tube Beads

(10) Z008729 – 4mm Antique Copper Plate Crimp Bead Covers

(1) TC00690 – 22mm Antique Copper Vine Hook & Eye Clasp Set by TierraCast

(1) CH00018 – 3.4mm Antique Silver Plated Double Cable Chain (Sample shown uses 2 pieces of 2’ chain)

(2) TC01253 – 2 Inch Silver 21 Gauge Eyepin by TierraCast

(2) TC00001 – 6mm Copper Oval Jump Ring by TierraCast

(2) TC00545 – 4mm Antique Copper Beaded Bead Cap by TierraCast

(2) SW00839 – Swarovski® 6mm Indicolite Round Mini Bead Style #5052

(2) TC00304 – 9mm Antique Silver Spiral Cone Bead Cap by TierraCast

Strand 1

(1) SB00367 11-9263 – Lined Light Seafoam AB Miyuki Seed Beads Tube

(1) SB01996 LDP-1F – Matte Transparent Silver Lined Crystal Long Drop Miyuki Seed Beads Tube

(6) TC00314 – 11mm Antique Silver Diamond Bead Frame by TierraCast

(6) SW00839 – Swarovski® 6mm Indicolite Round Mini Bead Style #5052

Strand 2

(10) FTCT0001 – 2mm Sterling Silver Crimp Tube Beads

(10) Z008729 – 4mm Antique Copper Plate Crimp Bead Covers

(10) TC01116 – 4mm Antique Silver Beaded Heishi Spacer by TierraCast

(10) TC00018 – 3mm Antique Silver Beaded Heishi Spacer by TierraCast

(5) SW00680 – 12mm Tahitian Swarovski Pearl

Strand 3

(1) SB00486 6-9149S – Silver Lined Capri Blue Miyuki Seed Beads Tube

(8) TC01150 – 9mm Antique Copper Small Shell Bead by TierraCast

(32) TC00632 – 4mm Antique Copper Scalloped Bead Cap by TierraCast

(16) SW00512 – Swarovski® 6mm Bicone Crystal Denim Blue AB2X Style #5328

(4) TC00001 – 6mm Copper Oval Jump Ring by TierraCast

(4) TC00066 – 16mm Antique Silver Dolphin Charm by TierraCast

(4) TC00113 – 14mm Antique Silver Small Spindle Shell Charm by TierraCast

Strand 4

(1) SB01832 DB1847F – 11/0 Matte Dark Seafoam Delica Duracoat Galvanized Seed Beads Tube

(26) SW00779 – 3mm Crystal Jade Swarovski Pearl

(1) SB00483 6-9148FR – Matte Transparent Light Blue Miyuki Seed Beads Tube

(10) TC00545 – 4mm Antique Copper Beaded Bead Cap by TierraCast

(5) SW01150 – Swarovski® Crystal 14mm Aquamarine Emerald Cut Bead – Style 5515

Strand 5

(1) SB00485 6-9148 – Transparent Aqua Miyuki Seed Beads Tube

(1) SB00041 8-9234 – Sparkle Metallic Gold Lined Crystal Miyuki Seed Beads Tube

(1) A018807 – 8mm Baby Blue Czech Faceted Rondelle Glass Beads

Multi-Strand Blue Necklace Steps

  1. Cut five 16 inch pieces of beading wire (various colors).
  2. Crimp one end of the wire leaving a small loop.
    GoodyBeads.com Blog | Follow these steps to make this Beachykeen Multi Strand Necklace designed by Kristal Wick.
  3. String the following onto strand #1:
    Three Lined Light Seafoam AB Miyuki Seed Beads
    Seven Matte Transparent Silver Lined Crystal Long Drop Miyuki Seed Beads
    Antique Silver Diamond Bead Frame
    Indicolite Round Mini Bead
    Series: 20 Matte Transparent Silver Lined Crystal Long Drop Miyuki Seed Beads
    Antique Silver Diamond Bead Frame
    Indicolite Round Mini Bead
    Repeat the series four more times and add the following:
    Seven Matte Transparent Silver Lined Crystal Long Drop Miyuki Seed Beads
    Three Lined Light Seafoam AB Miyuki Seed Beads
  4. Crimp beading wire end leaving a small loop.
  5. Add Copper Oval Jump Rings to the four dolphin charms
  6. Crimp one end of the wire leaving a small loop and string the following onto strand #2:
  7. Slide the following series onto the beading wire:
    Series: Crimp tube
    3mm Antique Silver Beaded Heishi Spacer
    4mm Antique Silver Beaded Heishi Spacer
    12mm Tahitian Swarovski Pearl
    4mm Antique Silver Beaded Heishi Spacer
    3mm Antique Silver Beaded Heishi Spacer
    Crimp tube
  8. Lay this strand down next to Strand # 1 and space the pearl series in the center of the first 20 Matte Transparent Silver Lined Crystal Long Drop Miyuki Seed Bead series and crimp on either side of the pearl series.
  9. Gently squeeze the crimp covers over the crimps.GoodyBeads.com Blog | Follow these steps to make this Beachykeen Multi Strand Necklace designed by Kristal Wick.
  10. Add the series again and crimp about an inch down the beading wire. Repeat steps 8–10 for the remaining three pearl series.
    NOTE: Before doing the final crimp on each strand, make sure they all end up the same length. Adjust the number of beads on each strand to ensure this.
  11. Crimp beading wire end leaving a small loop.
  12. Crimp one end of the wire leaving a small loop and string the following onto strand #3:
    Three Silver Lined Capri Blue Miyuki Seed Beads
    Series: Antique Copper Scalloped Bead Cap
    Bicone Crystal Denim Blue AB2X
    Antique Copper Scalloped Bead Cap
    Silver Lined Capri Blue Miyuki Seed Bead
    Antique Silver Small Spindle Shell Charm
    Silver Lined Capri Blue Miyuki Seed Bead
    Antique Copper Scalloped Bead Cap
    Bicone Crystal Denim Blue AB2X
    Antique Copper Scalloped Bead Cap
    Silver Lined Capri Blue Miyuki Seed Bead
    Antique Copper Small Shell Bead
    Silver Lined Capri Blue Miyuki Seed Bead
    Repeat the series seven more times alternating the Dolphin charms and Spindle Shell charms, then add two Silver Lined Capri Blue Miyuki Seed Beads.
  13. Crimp beading wire end leaving a small loop.
  14. Crimp one end of the wire leaving a small loop and string the following onto strand #4:
    Two Matte Transparent Light Blue Miyuki Seed Beads
    3mm Crystal Jade Swarovski Pearl
    Series: Five Matte Dark Seafoam Delica Duracoat Galvanized Seed Beads
    3mm Crystal Jade Swarovski Pearl
    Matte Transparent Light Blue Miyuki Seed Bead
    3mm Crystal Jade Swarovski Pearl
    Five Matte Dark Seafoam Delica Duracoat Galvanized Seed Beads
    3mm Crystal Jade Swarovski Pearl
    Matte Transparent Light Blue Miyuki Seed Bead
    3mm Crystal Jade Swarovski Pearl
    Five Matte Dark Seafoam Delica Duracoat Galvanized Seed Beads
    4mm Antique Copper Beaded Bead Cap by TierraCast
    Swarovski® Crystal 14mm Aquamarine Emerald Cut Bead
    4mm Antique Copper Beaded Bead Cap by TierraCast
  15. Repeat the series four more times then add the following:
    Five Matte Dark Seafoam Delica Duracoat Galvanized Seed Beads
    3mm Crystal Jade Swarovski Pearl
    Matte Transparent Light Blue Miyuki Seed Bead
    3mm Crystal Jade Swarovski Pearl
    Five Matte Dark Seafoam Delica Duracoat Galvanized Seed Beads
    3mm Crystal Jade Swarovski Pearl
    Matte Transparent Light Blue Miyuki Seed Bead
    3mm Crystal Jade Swarovski Pearl
    Five Matte Dark Seafoam Delica Duracoat Galvanized Seed Beads
    3mm Crystal Jade Swarovski Pearl
    Two Matte Transparent Light Blue Miyuki Seed Beads
  16. Crimp beading wire end leaving a small loop as in Step #2.
  17. Crimp one end of the wire leaving a small loop and string the following onto strand #5:
    Transparent Aqua Miyuki Seed Bead
    Series: 8mm Baby Blue Czech Faceted Rondelle Glass Bead
    Transparent Aqua Miyuki Seed Bead
    Sparkle Metallic Gold Lined Crystal Miyuki Seed Bead
    Transparent Aqua Miyuki Seed Bead
    Sparkle Metallic Gold Lined Crystal Miyuki Seed Bead
    Transparent Aqua Miyuki Seed Bead
  18. Repeat this series 17 more times. Add a Transparent Aqua Miyuki Seed Bead and then crimp beading wire end leaving a small loop.
  19. Open eyepin, insert one end loop of all five strands and close the eye pin. Repeat for the other necklace end.GoodyBeads.com Blog | Follow these steps to make this Beachykeen Multi Strand Necklace designed by Kristal Wick.
  20. Slide on Antique Silver Spiral Cone Bead Cap, Swarovski® 6mm Indicolite Round Mini Bead, Antique Copper Beaded Bead Cap and make a simple loop on the end. Repeat for the other necklace end.
    GoodyBeads.com Blog | Follow these steps to make this Beachykeen Multi Strand Necklace designed by Kristal Wick.
  21. Add desired chain length (the sample shown uses 2-¼”) to simple loop.
  22. Using a jump ring, add the toggle to the other end of the chain. Repeat steps 20-21 for the other necklace end.BeachykeenNecklace_04

 




How to Make Leather Wrap Bracelets with Illustrated Tutorial

Leather wrap bracelets is a trending favorite to spice up a boho outfit or rock out to a head-banging concert or add to a casual outing with your girlfriends. Wrap bracelets are a must-have for 2016. We will show you how to make wrap bracelets with illustrated tutorial that you can download.

They may look difficult to make, but after a few attempts, they are honestly easy to make. We will show you a tutorial on how to make these bracelets using one-hole beads and super duo beads, as well as a few tips and tricks to help you make these wrap bracelets.

 

The basic components you need for these bracelets are:

  1. Button findings: which will act as your clasp. Button Ends will work well, also.
  2. Leather or cotton round cord: these could range from 1mm to 2mm or larger, depending your preference and on the size of beads you are going to use. The length of cord needed for your bracelet will be determined below.
  3. Thread: you can match the thread to your leather cord to hide the look or to add color. Check out some Beading Thread options but keep in mind that you will need a thin enough thread to go through the hole of your beads twice.
  4. Beading Needle: size will be according to your thread and bead’s hole size.
  5. Adhesive: Hypo-Cement with precision tip, is a good choice to glue thread ends or any fast-drying glue will do.
  6. Beads: use your preference of beads or seed beads. Have enough if you plan to have a multi-wrap bracelet.

 

Determine leather length needed for a wrap bracelet

Use this method to determine the leather cord length you may need for a multi-wrap bracelet.

Take your wrist length and double the length. Multiply that by the number of wraps you want and then add 12”. That will give you an approximate cord length you will need to start your bracelet. (The extra 12” factors in the button knot, end knot(s) and bead size.)

Example:

2 wraps for an 8.5” bracelet: (8.5” x2) x 2 wraps = 34 + 12 = 46” needed.

Or

4 wraps for a 7.5” bracelet: (7.5” x2) x 4 wraps = 60 + 12 = 72” needed.

Keep in mind, these total numbers are approximate. You will want to test the wrap length while you’re making your bracelet. Having extra length is better than being short on your wrapped length goal.

 

Basic Leather Wrap Bracelet Tutorial

The basic weaving of the thread will be going under the leather cords and then coming over leather cords.

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: How to make a Wrap Bracelet w/ illustrated tutorial- wrap bracelet threading tutorial steps

 

Click HERE to View and Download an illustrated PDF tutorial on how to make these Wrap Bracelets. You can also save/download this pdf file.

 

Czech SuperDuo Leather Wrap Bracelet Tutorial

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: How to make a Super Duo Seed Bead and Leather Wrap Bracelet
Designed by So Vang

 

With Czech SuperDuo seed beads, you will be layering the bead holes to create a layer sequence. Below is a tutorial on how to make this SuperDuo wrap around bracelet.

Click HERE to View and Download the SuperDuo bead wrap bracelet PDF tutorial and to download illustrated pdf tutorial.

 

Example Wrap Bracelets

Here are some of our inspired wrap bracelets.

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: How to make Wrap Bracelets with Illustrated Tutorials - Single Wrap Bracelet

This is a simple one-wrap bracelet. Think about using a different thread color than your leather cord color for a mix of colors.

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: How to make Wrap Bracelets with Illustrated Tutorials - Faceted And Gold Nugget Wrap Bracelet

Use more than one bead on each layer for more embellishment options.

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: How to make Wrap Bracelets with Illustrated Tutorials - Pink and Pearl Wrap Bracelet

Make a bracelet with multiple combinations of beads to create a fun layered look.

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: How to make Wrap Bracelets with Illustrated Tutorials - Super Duo Wrap Bracelet

These SuperDuo beads look like tiny stone pebbles, don’t you think? Try a SuperDuo mix set for a colorful bracelet or create a zigzag pattern. What will you try?

 

Other Tips

How to add on additional thread: Tie thread to closest leather cord and glue with Hypo Cement or fast-drying glue. Cut off excess. Tie new thread to leather cord, glue knot and continue.

How to hold leather strands: An alternative to holding the leather strands, for stability when adding beads, is to clamp the button to a clipboard.

How to straighten leather cords: While you are stringing on beads, adjust previous beads with fingers to straighten out leather cords. Or when you have reached your desired bracelet length, lay the bracelet down and run your hand across your bracelet. This will help to smoothen and straighten your leather cords.

How to tighten threads/bead layers: If you find that your thread does not keep your bead(s) sandwiched in place or the bead sits loosely, sew up and under the cords and through the bead again. Over and down through the bead. Sewing through the bead twice on the leather cords will give your beads a tighter hold.

Tighten leather knots: If your leather cord knots are loosening, add a small dab of fast-drying glue or Hypo-Cement to knot(s) for tighter holds.

How to make an adjustable bracelet: Make additional knotted ends for an adjustable bracelet.

GoodyBeads.com | Blog: How to Make Wrap Bracelets - Make additional knots for an adjustable wrap bracelet.


Single Wrap Bracelet

  • (1) Z005069 – 2mm Emerald Green Leather Cord
  • TCZ0194 – 17mm Flower Button
  • A006596 – Brown Beading Thread
  • GS00490 –6mm Blue Dyed Impression Jasper
  • A018854 – Gold Eye Beading Needles

 

Faceted and Gold Nugget wrap bracelet

  • (1) A020532 – 1mm White Leather Cord
  • BT00038 – 12.5mm Gold Circles Button
  • A020510 – 4mm Gold Hematite Rondelle Bead
  • GS00414 – 6mm Faceted Blue, Red & Brown Tiger Eye Gemstone
  • A006587 – 6lb Crystal Fireline Thread
  • A018854 – Gold Eye Beading Needles

 

Pink and Pearl Wrap Bracelet

  • TC01262 – 15mm Brass Round Radiant Button
  • A016808 – 8mm Pink AB Round Chinese Crystal Glass
  • PR00284 – 8mm Preciosa Round Cream Rose Pearl
  • Z001553 – 8mm Czech Fire Polish Shiny Gold Beads
  • A019038 – 2mm Dark Pink Economy Leather Cord
  • A006587 – 6lb Crystal Fireline Thread
  • A018854 – Gold Eye Beading Needles

 

Arianna Caribe SuperDuo Wrap Bracelet

  • (1) A020113 – 1mm Natural Red Brown Leather Cord
  • TC01263 – 15mm Antique Pewter Round Radiant Button
  • SB02239 – Turquoise Blue Picasso Super Duo
  • A006596 – Brown Beading Thread
  • A018854 – Gold Eye Beading Needles




January Birthstone – Garnet/Siam

Happy January Birthdays! Being the first birthstone of the year, January’s garnet, also know as the “Gem of Faith,” derived its name from the Latin word Granatum or pomegranate, because it resembles a dark red fruit. While garnet is a rich red hue, it “signifies power, victory, truth, purity, faith, and protection,” (BirthstoneZodiac) as well as life, happiness and strength.

Jan Garnet Birthstone

Swarovski® defines January birthstones with garnet and siam crystals. We have four simple jewelry projects to start your new year! Wear garnet or siam this year whether it is for showcasing your birthstone color or to showcase this vibrant red color.

 

January Crystal Earrings

GoodyBeads.com Blog | January Birthstone: Garnet/Siam - January Crystal Earrings
Designed by So Vang

This pair of earrings is made with TierraCast® bezel charm that uses Swarovski® crystals. Simply open up your sterling silver ear wire loop and slip these glimmering charms on. Because these charms are 18mm, they are the perfect statement earrings for January 2016!

 

January Bangle Bracelet

GoodyBeads.com Blog | January Birthstone: Garnet/Siam - January Bangle Bracelet
Designed by So Vang

The fun thing about these expandable bracelets is that you can add any of your favorite charms. Add your garnet crystal charm and your favorite charms for this easy to do and wear popular expandable bracelet.

 

Red Golden Dagger Necklace

GoodyBeads.com Blog | January Birthstone: Garnet/Siam - RedGold Dagger Necklace
Designed by So Vang

For this necklace, we paired sharp red dagger Czech beads with copper/gold-tone beads. Take some 22 gauge artistic wire and make a full loop. Before you finish it with a coiled wrap, insert your gold chain. Finish your loop with a wrapped coil. Insert your beads alternating between the dagger beads and copper/gold beads. Make another wrap loop at the other end while adding another piece of your gold chain. Bend your beaded wire piece to create a slight curve. Add your lobster clasp to one end of your chain and a jump ring to the other.

 

2-in-1 Necklace and Bracelet

2in1-Jan-Braclet-Necklace
Designed by So Vang

We used Chinese crystal beads, brass bali beads, seed beads and Czech O beads to create this simple elastic-strung jewelry piece that doubles as a wrap around bracelet or necklace. Create this fun sequential design as long as you want for an everlasting jewelry piece you can wear year round.

Sources: Birthstone Zodiac: January Birthstone – Garnet. http://www.birthstonezodiac.com/birthstones/january-birthstone/


January Crystal Earrings

  • (2) TC02118 – 18mm Siam Crystal Charm
  • (1 pair) FTEA0003 – Sterling Silver Earrings

January Bangle Bracelet

  • (1) TC02103 – 16mm Siam Crystal Charm
  • (1) A021132 – Silver Plated expandable Bracelet
  • (1) TC01969 – 16.6mm Letter M Alphabet Charm
  • (1) TC00141 – 22mm Key Charm
  • (1) A011729 – Small Anchor Charm
  • (5) A002413 – 4mm Jump Ring

Red/Golden Dagger Necklace

  • AW00028 – 22 Gauge Natural Artistic Wire
  • (2) CH00721 – 2mm Petite Cable Chain with Soldered Links
  • (2) A011517 – 5mm Gold Plated Jump Ring
  • (1) A011537 – 10mm Gold Lobster Clasp
  • (7) A010294 – 12mm Siam Glass Dagger Bead
  • (6) A020510 – 4mm Gold Hematite Rondelle

2-in-1 Necklace and Bracelet

  • (1) A002290 – .7mm Stretch Magic Elastic Cord
  • (49) A016781 – Light Siam Chinese Crystal Glass
  • (7) A004246 – Silver Brass Plated Bali Style
  • (84) SB02042 – Czech O Beads
  • (140+) SB00066 – Size 8/0 Black Miyuki Seed Bead




Holiday Swarovski® Cha-Cha Bling

With the holiday season quickly approaching, it’s time to get serious about our bling and what better way than to adorn with red and green Holiday Swarovski® Cha-Cha jewelry? Expandable bracelets and rings are perfect for every shape and size of gal pal, and who can resist some blingy baubles for your lovely lobes.

Holiday Swarovski® Cha-Cha Bracelet

GoodyBeads.com Blog Holiday Swarovski® Cha-Cha Bling

Why red and green for the holidays? This tradition dates back thousands of years when folks used holly, ivy and mistletoe to beautify and brighten up their homes during the long dark winter. This was also a vital reminder that winter would NOT last forever and spring would definitely come blooming around the corner! The Romans exchanged evergreen branches in January and the Egyptians used palm branches to symbolize good luck. Red represented the color of fire and keeping warm. White symbolized peace and purity in the western cultures.

Items used in Bracelet: A005639A019691 (2), SW00167 (33), SW00133 (33), SW00105 (33)

Directions:

  1. Slide a bicone onto a headpin and make a simple loop. NOTE: Be sure the loop is large enough to freely swing from the bracelet loops.
  2. Repeat Step #1 for all the bicones.
  3. Open bicone dangle and hook it through a bracelet loop, close loop. Complete bottom row with the following pattern: clear bicone, red bicone, clear bicone, green bicone.
  4. Complete top row using the same pattern and add another round of bicones around this row so you end up with two bicone dangles per bracelet loop.

Holiday Swarovski® Cha-Cha Earrings

GoodBeads.com Blog Holiday Swarovski® Cha-Cha Earrings

When creating our DIY Holiday Cha-Cha projects, we suggest making all the bicone simple loop dangles first. Get comfy on the couch and watch your fave movie or TV series marathon while you’re cranking these babies out. Practice makes perfect in the world of simple loop making! So why not perfect your talents while you’re on a roll and make them all at once?

Whether you believe the deeper meaning of these colors or simply just like how they look, nothing feels quite as festive as sparkly Swarovski® crystal holiday jewelry for your parties, the office or gifts. Of course put yourself first on that gift list, and while you’re beading away remember: one for you, one for your BFF, mom, sister, etc. Well, you get the picture. Now, get going and happy beading!

Items used in earrings: A010233A019691SW00167 (14), SW00133 (14), SW00105 (14)

Directions:

  1. Slide a bicone onto a headpin and make a simple loop. NOTE: Be sure the loop is large enough to freely swing from the earring loops.
  2. Repeat Step #1 for all the bicones.
  3. Open bicone dangle and hook it through an earring loop, close loop. Add three bicone dangles per earring loop (one of each color).
  4. Repeat Step #3 until all earrings loops have three dangles.

 




Easy Elastic Bracelet Tutorial

Remember when you were young and made stretchy elastic bracelets with a store-bought DIY kit of colorful beads and letters? Fast forward 10-20 years and let’s take that idea up a notch with a grown-up mentality of elastic bracelets. We love the concept of elastic bracelets because they are easy to make, inexpensive, and if you aren’t crimping the elastic, there are no tools needed.

Elastic Bracelets are simple to create, comfortable to wear and convenient: just slip them on and off! Elastic bracelets are the perfect jewelry piece for people with arthritis or those who have difficulty hooking on clasps with one hand. Layering different elastic bracelets is very on trend and bohemian looking.

We have two easy tutorials on how to finish your very own elastic bracelet.

Our first tutorial is how to tie the elastic cord of your bracelet using a surgeon’s knot.

Our second tutorial is how to crimp your elastic ends to clasps, connectors, jump rings, toggle clasp, etc. Follow the same bead sequence as above or try your own sequence without tying the ends. For this tutorial, you will need a pair of Crimping Pliers, crimp beads/tubes, and your choice of clasp.

A tip when using elastic cord: loosen the elasticity by giving it a tug/stretch before starting your project. This will help in two ways. First, if you start with a piece of elastic cord, sometimes you will find it stiff. Stretching it will help make the cord more manageable to use. And secondly, because over time you will constantly stretch the elastic when slipping them on and off, it will eventually loosen the elastic. Loosening it before starting your project can avoid a looser and larger fit in the future.

Another tip when knotting or crimping your elastic, is to have a large hole bead next to it. You can conceal the knot or crimp inside the bead for a clean and professional looking finish. Or you can use crimp covers to cover the crimp or knot as if it was another bead in your elastic bracelet design.

Here are some inspirational, simple elastic bracelets that we have made using our tutorial above.

Onyx Stone Bracelet

GoodyBeads.com Blog | Onyx Stone Bracelet
Designed by So Vang

Elastic bracelets can be as simple as this Onyx Stone Bracelet. What makes this bracelet more grown up is the quality beads used for your projects. These Dakota Stone Sardonyx Gemstone Beads have a smooth, round shape with natural white lines. They are also cool to the touch so you know they are high-quality gemstones.

Wrap-Around Golden Ruby Bracelet

GoodyBeads.com Blog | Wrap-Around Golden Ruby Bracelet
Designed by So Vang

You will find that elastic cords are thin yet sturdy enough for seed beads. Here, we used some size 8 seed Japanese Miyuki seed beads that have a hole size large enough for a .7mm elastic cord. Making a fun sequential design with faceted Chinese crystals, brass-plated Bali beads, Miyuki seed beads, and Czech O beads, we strung on a 28” long strand to wrap around four times a 7” wrist. You can always add more or less beads to accommodate your own wrist size.

Elastic Watch

GoodyBeads.com Blog | Elastic Watch
Designed by So Vang

For this piece, we used crimp tubes/beads to connect the elastic ends to the watch face and toggle clasp. This is a fun combination of using a watch face and making it into an elastic bracelet.

Wood Tassel Bracelet

GoodyBeads.com Blog | Wood Tassel Bracelet
Designed by So Vang

From our Tassel blog post, comes this pair of Wood Tassel Bracelet that were made with elastic cord. Wood beads were strung in a random sequence and an added tassel for extra embellishment. We adore these two bracelets because they are lightweight and trendy with tassel addition.

Birdy Bracelet

GoodyBeads.com Blog | Birdy Bracelet
Designed by So Vang

Blue Sky Tiger Eye Stretch Bracelet

Blue Jasper Bracelet
Designed by Tory Vezina


Onyx Stone Bracelet

  • (1) A021634 – Clear 0.8mm Elasticity
  • (1) SDZ10RD-8 – Dakota Stones 10mm Round Sardonyx Gemstone Beads

Wrap-Around Golden Ruby Bracelet

  • (1) A002290 – .7mm Stretch Magic Elastic Cord
  • (49) A016781 – Light Siam Chinese Crystal Glass
  • (7) A004246 – Silver Brass Plated Bali Style
  • (84) SB02042 – Czech O Beads
  • (140+) SB00066 – Size 8/0 Black Miyuki Seed Bead

Elastic Watch

  • (1) Watch Face
  • (1) A021634 – Clear 0.8mm Elasticity
  • (1) A003579 – 17mm Bali Style Round Toggle
  • (6) PYR10RLLH-8 – 10mm Pyrite Gemstone Rondelle Large Hole Beads from Dakota Stones
  • (8) A014364 – 7mm Butter Pecan Czech Glass Bead
  • (6) Z002570 – 6mm Silver Disc Beads
  • (6) A021125 – 11mm Silver Plated Bali Swirl Bead
  • (4) A004830 – 2mm Crimp Tubes
  • Tool: FTTL0003 – Crimping Pliers

Wood Tassel Bracelet

  • (1) Z002653 – Red Tassel
  • (1) Z003429 – Brown Tassel
  • (3) NBWB0003 – 16mm Wood Bead
  • (8) Rondelle Nut Bead
  • (26) Z004978 – Red, Black, and Brown Round Wood Bead
  • (14) Z004009 – 6mm Wood Bead
  • (4) 10mm Dot Design Wood Bead
  • A021637 – Elastic Cord
  • A007224 – GS Hypo Cement

Blue Sky Tiger Eye Stretch Bracelet

  • (1) A021635 – 1mm Elasticity Cord
  • (7) TGE8RDLH-F-8 – 8mm Tiger Eye Gemstone Faceted Round Large Hole Beads
  • (14) BCL8RD-8 – 8mm Round Blue Crazy Lace Agate Gemstone Beads
  • (2) TC00340 – 8mm Antique Silver Legend Spacer
  • (6) TC00032 – 5mm Silver Kenyan Heishi Spacers
  • A007224 – GS Hypo Cement

 




TierraCast Cord Ends

TierraCast Cord Ends have proven to be easy to use, with so much possibility for variation in materials and styles! The projects included here were designed by Tracy Gonzales, TierraCast’s Jewelry Designer and Product Educator. All designs were inspired by the current tassel trend and Goody Beads’ fabulous selection of fun fibers and threads.

Tassel and Chain Earrings

GoodyBeads.com Blog | TierraCast Cord Ends Tassel Chain Earrings

The Tassel & Chain earrings are a simple technique. We made the tassel ends and then used an additional piece of thread to attach a few short strands of chain at the top. After applying some E6000 adhesive inside a 6mm cord end, we tucked the tassel and chain inside. Added a jump ring and ear wire at the top, and Voila!

Seed Bead Loop Earrings 

GoodyBeads.com Blog | TierraCast Cord End Seed Bead Loop Earrings

The Seed Bead Loop earrings involved stringing up several bead strands in varying lengths and making them into loops and secured with crimp tubes. We then layered 3 beaded loops with loops of fine, metallic-finish embellishment fibers. We secured both ends together at the top with E6000 adhesive and finished them up with jump rings and ear wires.

Multi-Strand Fiber Bracelet

GoodyBeads.com Blog | TierraCast Cord Ends Multi-Strand Fiber Bracelet

The Multi-Strand Fiber bracelet uses cord ends that have a hole at the top, instead of a loop, so the finishing technique is wire wrapping instead of gluing. Start by threading four strands of Czech beads and TierraCast spacers with beading wire. Crimp each end to hold beads in place and cut leaving an excess of 1/4-1/2 inch. Take different fiber strands and cut them at equal lengths of the beaded wires. Next, make a slip knot with the strand ends, tying close enough to the crimp ends. Glue with Hypo Cement to secure the knot.

After it has dried, cut about 5 inches of Artistic wire and loop it under and in between the knot halfway. You should have two 2.5 inches of wire ends that you will feed through the cord end. Here, you can add more hypo cement in the cord end to secure the thread ends. Make a wire wrap loop with the Artistic Wire and repeat to the other bracelet end. Add a jump ring and clasp and you are done!

Our friends at TierraCast have an informative YouTube video on how to use Cord Ends. Check it out to guide you in the fun projects shown above and for more inspirational techniques.


Tassel and Chain Earrings

  • (2) TC01831 – 10mm Tin Oxide Cord End
  • (1) TC01903 – Silver Filled Hoop Wire Earrings
  • (2) A002814 – 10mm Jump Rings
  • (1) CH00094 – 2.2mm Blue Enamel Chain
  • (1) A011455 – E-6000
  • (1) A010412 – Precious Metal Embellishment Cord

Seed Bead Loop Earrings 

Multi-strand Fiber Bracelet

  • (1) TC01017 – Copper Leaf Clasp
  • (2) TC01858 – Copper Cord Ends
  • (52) TC00552 – 4mm Copper Heishi Spacer
  • (60) TC00020 – 3mm Copper Faceted Spacer
  • (78) Z017489 – 3mm Amber Czech Bead
  • (46) A003332 – 3mm Opaque Rose Gold Topaz Czech
  • (1) A010405 – Sedona Sunset Embellishment
  • (8) TC00002 – 2mm Crimp Tube
  • (2) TC00001 – 6mm Oval Copper Jump Ring
  • (1) AW00052 – 24 Gauge Natural Artistic Wire
  • (1) FTBW0001 – Fine 0.014 Inch Beading Wire
  • (1) A007224 – Hypo Cement




Czech SuperDuo Jewelry with Pattern Tutorial

SuperDuo is a Czech-made glass seed bead with a diamond shape and two 0.8mm holes. They are great for dimensional bead weaving designs, from your basic flat stitching to more intricate 3D lace seed bead designs. We have two fun jewelry pieces using these versatile Czech SuperDuo seed beads; accompanied with pattern tutorials.

Ocean Pebble Bracelet

GoodyBeads.com Blog | Ocean Pebble Super Duo Bracelet and Tutorial
Design and tutorial illustration by So Vang

We love the different mixes that SuperDuo offers. The assorted SuperDuo colors make it easy to bead freely and not worry about color sequence. Our bracelet is weaved with a simple straight stitch and because Super Duo has two holes, they are easy to intertwine.

Below is our bracelet pdf pattern tutorial. With a tube of 300+ beads, we were able to make this bracelet project, with extra beads to spare. For our 7” bracelet, we started with 83 beads for the first row. You can add more or less for your wrist preference, but make sure to have an odd bead count before coming back around. When you reach the end of the pattern, tie the remaining string with the string closest to it and thread through a few more beads before snipping the string. As an option, you can glue the knot for a secure hold. Add your choice of lobster clasp to one end with a jump ring and on the other end, attach ¾” of chain with another jump ring. Or you can certainly choose a toggle or tube clasp to finish off your bracelet.

Click HERE for Ocean Pebble Bracelet PDF Tutorial

  • A006587 – Crystal Fireline Thread
  • (1 tube) SB02575 – Calico Cat SuperDuo Seed Bead
  • (80+) SB01448 – Size 8 Red Brown Miyuki Seed Bead
  • (1) A011534 – 10mm Lobster Claw
  • (3) A002413 – 4mm Jump Ring
  • (2) A013608 – 3 Ring Connector
    Alternative Link: TC00184
  • (1) A012848 – 9mm Cable Chain Link 

Spiral Super Duo Earrings

We love our dainty spiral SuperDuo earrings. They glisten with an edging of gold seed beads and findings. These earrings are simple to make and a great project for the beginning bead stitcher.

Click HERE for Spiral SuperDuo Earrings PDF Tutorial.

  • A006587 – Crystal Fireline Thread
  • (20) SB01424 – Blue Brown Purple SuperDuo Seed Bead
  • (32) SB00632 – Size 11 Gilding Metal Seed Bead
  • (4) A011517 – 4mm Gold Jump Rings
  • (1 pair) A014108 – Gold Plated French Wire Earrings



Memory Wire Leather Wrap Bracelets

A fun new trend is memory wire leather wrap bracelets. They are easy to pair with your casual outfits, easy to slip-on on your way out the door, and definitely easy to make.

Memory wire leather wrap bracelets are easy to make and require only three components: leather cord, memory wire, and end/bead caps. The best type of leather cord to use for these bracelets has a hollow inner tube or has a hollow center, such as our braided leather and cork cord. The great thing about using memory wire with leather cord is that the bracelet will retain its round shape through many wears. For a clean look, cap off your leather bracelets with bead caps and end caps. You can also add extra character, color and movement to a bracelet with beads, spacers and/or charms.

 

Memory Wire and Leather Bracelet Tutorial

GoodyBeads | Blog: How to make a memory wire leather bracelet

 

Memory Wire Tips

  • When making your wrap leather bracelet, don’t cut the memory wire before adding your bracelet components. First, slip all beads, leather pieces, and caps onto the loops of memory wire. Then you can see how the whole bracelet will look and still have a chance to make changes.
  • Use Memory Wire Cutters to cut the memory wire, as regular cutters may not be strong enough to cut through the wire.
  • Use Memory Wire Finishing Pliers to create a simple loop when using an end cap with a hole. These pliers can withstand the toughness of the memory wires. Learn how to make a simple loop on our blog.

 

Scarlet Willow Memory Wire Leather Bracelet:

GoodyBeads | Blog: Scarlet Willow Memory Wire Leather Wrap Bracelet

 

What you will need:

  • WR00120 – Large Silver Heavy Duty Memory Wire
  • (16-18″) CH00159 – 5mm Braided Red Round Leather Cord
  • (2) A021678 – End Cap
  • A015821 – Super New Glue
  • TL00206 – Memory Wire Shears

Morocco Mint Memory Wire Bracelet

GoodyBeads.com Blog | Morocco Mint Memory Wire Bracelet
Designed by So Vang

For this bracelet, we broke up the leather into two pieces and used Czech beads and flat spacers to accent the middle portion of this bracelet. We added drop charms to each ends for extra movement.

What you will need:

  • WR00109 – Silver Memory Wire
  • (8) CH00881 – 5mm White Cork Cord
  • (4) A015229 – Gold Smooth End Cap
  • (12) A022157 – Blue Silk Picasso
  • (11) Z001355 – 6mm Gold Steel Disc Beads
  • (2) A001550 – Copper Etch Oval Drops

Instructions:

  1. Make a simple loop at one end of your memory wire.
  2. Cut cork cord in half.
  3. Refer to image above to slide on the following cork cord, end caps and beads.
  4. Make another simple loop and cut excess wire.
  5. Open one side of the memory wire loop and slide two drop charms. Close loop.
  6. Repeat step 5 to other memory wire loop end.

GoodyBeads.com Blog | Memory Wire Leather Wrap Bracelet: Cap Tutorial

 

Pink and Pearly Wrap Bracelet

GoodyBeads.com Blog | Pink and Pearly Wrap Bracelet
Designed by So Vang

For this leather bracelet, instead of having beads in the middle, we added pearls to the ends of the bracelet for a for a pretty accent before finishing it off with a simple loop.

What you will need:

  • WR00109 – Silver Memory Wire
  • (8) CH00319 – 5mm Pink Twisted Leather Round Cord
  • (2) A021121 – 7mm Bali Deep Bead Cap
  • (2) SW00672 – 8mm White Pearl Bead
  • (2) SW00673 – 10mm White Pearl Bead

Instructions:

  1. Make a simple loop at one end of your memory wire.
  2. Pull out inner threading inside of the braided leather. Using chain nose pliers will also help this process.
  3. Slide on the following beads:
    Small pearl, larger pearl, end cap, leather cord, end cap, large pearl, smaller pearl.
  4. Make a simple loop at the end and cut excess wire with memory wire cutter.

 

Teal Braided Wrap Bracelet:

GoodyBeads.com Blog | Teal Braided Wrap Bracelet
Designed by Tory Vezina

What you will need:

  • WR00109 – Silver Memory Wire
  • (8) CH00660 – 5mm Pale Turquoise Braid Cord
  • (2) A010436 – 6mm Barrel End Cap
  • (2) A002413 – 4mm Jump Rings
  • (1) TC00082 – Made with Love Charm
  • (1) TC00464 – Lotus Flower Charm
  1. Cut cord at about 7-8 inches or to your wrist preference.
  2. Feed the Memory Wire through the inside of the leather until you’ve reached the end of leather.
  3. Cut the wire flush to the end of the leather. Adhere end cap and leather ends together with Super New Glue.
  4. Open a jump ring, slide on charms and loop end of your end cap. Close jump ring.

 

Check out these inspirational GoodyBeads memory wire leather bracelets:

 




Using Charms in Jewelry

Making charm jewelry is fun, versatile and easy! There are literally hundreds of charms to choose from, giving you numerous options for creating a customized piece you’ll love. Here are a few of our favorite charm projects to be inspired by. Which will you make next?

Sweet Handbag Charm Accessory

Goody Beads Blog | Sweet Charm Handbag Accessory

Charms come in a variety of material, including resin for a colorful 3D effect. For this project, we made an on-trend handbag charm with yummy dessert theme resin charms. Stagger the resin charms attached to jump rings along a 2.5” chain link. Attach the large clasp to the top of the chain and the tassel at the bottom. This handbag charm is sure to get your mouth watering for some tasty sweets every time you go out.

Items used: CH00533A019700 , A011299A003854A001528A002413, Resin Mix and Choice of Resin Charms

Charm Expandable bracelet

Goody Beads Blog | Expandable Charms Bracelets

A popular trend is expandable bracelets. They are easy to complete and fun to wear. Choose an expandable bracelet and customize it with different charms to personalize your style. Our Calm Bracelet features gold-tone metal charms to relax the mind and soul. Perfect for your next yoga or Pilates class. Our Coastal Bracelet is pulled together with one of our ready-made charm sets. Make sure to wear this bracelet to your next beach outing or cruise getaway.

 

Feathered Earrings

Goody Beads Blog | Feather Charm Earrings

 

For this charmed earring project, we show two different ways to use the same feather charm. Our first pair of earrings is simple and easy: just attach the feather charms to ear wires. To express more personality, our second pair of earrings consists of an inch of chain link and a bead component using an eyepin and Czech beads. Linking it all together with the feather charms, you get a cute boho-inspired pair of earrings ready to wear with your loose tee and bellbottoms. A popular modern trend is to wear asymmetrical earrings; one long and one short.

 

 


Supplies

Charm Expandable Bracelet

Calm Bracelet:

Coastal Bracelet:

  • (1) TC01907 – Sealife Charm Mix
  • (1) A021134 – Silver Wire Expandable Bracelet
  • (5) A001528 – 5mm Jump Rings

 

Feathered Earrings

(Version 1)

  • (2) A010839 – Feather Charm
  • (1 pair) – A008998 –Base Metal Wire Earrings

(Version 2)

  • (2) A010839 – Feather Charm
  • (1 pair) – A008998 – Base Metal Wire Earrings
  • (2) A019595 – Silver Eyepin
  • (1) CH00341 – 2.1mm Chain Link
  • (2) A014363 – Turquoise Czech Bead
  • (2) A014364 – Butter Pecan Czech Bead