This woven wire bracelet features a beautiful combination of copper wire and turquoise beads. Here’s how you can recreate this elegant design:
Materials:
- Wire:
- 20-gauge copper wire for base structure (2 pieces)
- 22-gauge copper wire for wrapping
- Beads:
- 6mm turquoise round beads (12-14 beads)
- Findings:
- Small copper clasp
- Jump rings
- Tools:
- Wire cutters
- Round-nose pliers
- Flat-nose pliers
- Ruler or measuring tape
- Nylon-jaw pliers
Steps:
- Prepare Base:
- Cut two lengths of 20-gauge wire (about 8-9 inches each)
- Straighten wires completely
- Align parallel to each other
- Create Framework:
- Twist wires to create figure-8 patterns
- Space twists evenly for bead placement
- Maintain consistent tension
- Add Beads:
- Place turquoise bead in each loop
- Secure with wrapping wire at intersections
- Ensure beads are evenly spaced
- Secure Connections:
- Create coiled wraps at each intersection
- Use 22-gauge wire for tight coils
- Make 4-5 wraps per section
- Add Clasp:
- Form small loops at both ends
- Attach jump rings
- Connect clasp to one end
- Finishing:
- Check all connections
- Tighten any loose wraps
- Polish copper if desired
- Shape to wrist size