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Here’s how to turn some thick wire into a wiggle bangle!
This bangle is so cute! It is a no-heat way to make a unique bangle that you can wear on its own or stacked with other bracelets. Please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links for which we may receive a small commission.
You’ll need the following tools and materials to make your bangle:
1: A piece of thick wire that is about 30-40 cm long (you might need to trim the end or add extra length depending on how large your bracelet needs to be). I used this copper wire that was 1.7mm in diameter.
You can get some copper wire here:
Or if you like, you can make it out of silver wire, which you can get here:
2: A file and emery paper to smooth the ends of the wire.
You can get a file here:
You can get emery paper here:
3: A pair of parallel pliers.
You can get a pair here:
4: A bracelet mandrel.
You can get one here:
5: A nylon or leather hammer. I used this nylon hammer.
You can get a hammer here:
Follow these steps to make your wiggle bracelet:
1: File and emery the ends of your wire using the jewelry file and emery paper, making sure it is smooth and there are no sharp ends.
2: Use the flat nose pliers to create a triangle shape at one end of the wire.
3: Now grip the wire next to the triangle and push the long end of the wire against the pliers to form an angle.
4: Repeat step 3 again to create a zigzag shape.
5: Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the rest of the wire until you have about 1.5cm left of the wire.
6: Form the shape into a circle and create another triangle at the other end that is slightly open.
7: Slip the open end of the bracelet through the triangle you formed at the start.
8: Using the flat nose pliers again, close the second triangle to close off the bangle.
9: Put the bangle on the mandrel and hammer it into a circular shape, gently adjusting it so that it lies flat.
Once you are happy with the shape, you can take your bracelet off the mandrel and pop it on your wrist! How simple and lovely? I am very fond of this simple bangle design. How will you style yours?
Here’s how the finished bangle looks.
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Love funky jewellery? Here’s how to make a beaded crochet bracelet!
This bracelet is lots of fun! It is made using a fun selection of beads and vibrant thread. With just a crochet hook you can turn these materials into a lovely bracelet!
Please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links.
You’ll need the following tools and materials to make your bracelet:
1: Thread. I used this pink thread.
You can get something similar here:
2: A crochet hook. I used a 3.5mm crochet hook.
You can get one here:
3: A selection of beads. I used this mix of beads from my collection.
You can get pre-mixed beads here:
4: A lobster clasp and jump ring.
You can get a lobster clasp here:
5: Superglue to secure the ends of the bracelet.
6: Scissors.
You can get some here:
Follow these steps to make this crochet bracelet:
1: Add the beads to the string.
2: Tie the end of the string to the clasp and secure with a knot.
3: Create a slip knot and slide it over the crochet hook. Pull it tight around the hook.
4: Take the longer part of the string and loop it over the hook in front of the first loop. Pull the first loop over the second one to start the chain.
5: Do step 4 a few more times until you have the start of a chain.
6: Add the first bead. Do this by pulling the bead up close to the hook and then looping the thread over the top so that the bead is tight against the left side of the hook.
7: Pull the back loop over the one with the bead to secure it in place.
8: Continue making the chain, adding beads as you see fit until you reach a length you like.
9: Cut the thread and add the end through the last loop to secure the end of the chain.
10: Tie the end of the thread around the jump ring.
11: Trim the excess thread and secure the knots with dabs of superglue.
Now your crochet bracelet is finished! How cool and fun?
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DIY Double Loop Bracelet Tutorial: Create Your Own Stylish bracelet stack
This bracelet gives the illusion that it is two bracelets looped together, but it’s actually an intentional look formed by one bracelet! Use some contrasting beads to create a unique bracelet style that makes a strong statement. Please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links.
You’ll need the following tools and materials to make your double loop bracelet:
1: Some beads. I used some tourmaline chip beads for one side of the bracelet and a mix of glass beads for the other side.
You can get some here:
You can purchased some mixed seed beads here:
2: Two pieces of tiger tail wire long enough to fit your wrist plus about 8cm extra.
You can purchase some here if you don’t already have some:
3: Two jump rings.
You can get some sterling silver jump rings here:
4: Four crimp beads.
You can get some here:
5: A clasp. I used a lobster clasp, but a toggle clasp is also suitable. I prefer toggle clasps for bracelets as they are easier to use by yourself.
Find lobster clasps here:
and toggle clasps here:
6: Pliers. Use your flat nose pliers, round nose or needle nose pliers and cutting pliers.
You can get a set of jewelry pliers here:
Follow these steps to make your double loop bracelet.
1: Take one of the strands of wire and add a crimp bead and jump ring to one end.
2: Loop the end of the wire through the jump ring, depending on the thickness of your wire, you might want to loop your wire through twice like I have here.
3: Thread the end of the wire through the crimp bead and squash it in place using the flat nose pliers.
4: Begin adding beads.
5: Continue beading until the strand is long enough to wear as a bracelet.
6: Add another crimp bead to the end of the wire.
7: Loop the end of the wire around the jump ring attached to the other side. Thread the end of the wire through the crimp bead and last few beads and pull it tight.
8: Squash the crimp bead using the flat nose pliers again.
9: Trim the excess wire. Now you will have a beaded circle.
10: Attach the clasp to the jump ring on the beaded circle you just made. It will attach to the jump ring on the second half of the bracelet you are about to make.
10: Repeat steps One to Six for the second half of the bracelet, using your contrasting beads.
11: Once the second half is fully beaded, loop it through the first beaded half you made.
12: Loop the end of the tiger tail wire through the jump ring at the other end like you did for the first half of the bracelet in step seven.
13: Squash the last crimp bead using flat nose pliers and trim the excess wire using cutting pliers.
14: Here’s where you can fold your bracelet in half and close it, attach the ends of the bracelet by clipping the lobster clasp to the jump ring on the other side.
Now your bracelet is ready to wear!
Here’s another version I made using pearl beads.
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Here’s how you can make a fun mixed bead bracelet to show off your personality!
I love the trend towards the craft-core bead explosion designs in jewellery! I’ve shared a few other similar tutorials in the form of mixed bead anklets and necklaces, but this one is a bracelet! This bracelet features a mixture of handmade, recycled and new beads for a unique look! What beads will you use in yours? Please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links.
You’ll need these tools and materials to make your own mixed bead bracelet:
1: Some tiger tail wire cut to a length that will fit your wrist plus a few extra cm.
2: A selection of beads. I used a mix of plastic, clay and glass beads from different sources, recycled, new and handmade.
3: A clasp. I used this gold-tone parrot claw clasp.
4: A jump ring.
5: Four crimp beads.
6: Pliers. I used cutting pliers to cut the wire, flat nose pliers and round nose pliers.
Cutting pliers, round nose pliers, flat nose pliers. Follow these steps to make your crazy mixed bead bracelet:
1: Take the tiger tail wire and add two of the crimp beads.
3: Add the clasp to the wire and loop the end of the wire back through the crimp beads.
4: Squash the crimp beads using the flat nose pliers.
5: Begin adding beads to the wire in random order.
6: Continue adding beads until you get it to the length that feels comfortable around your wrist.
7: Add the second set of crimp beads to the wire.
8: Add the jump ring to the wire.
9: Loop the wire around the jump ring and back through the crimp beads and the first few beads at the end of the bracelet.
10: Pull the wire tight.
11: Squash the crimp beads using the flat nose pliers.
12: Trim the excess wire using the cutting pliers.
13: Now your bracelet is finished and ready to wear!
Here are some other mixed bead, craft-core tutorials for you to follow:
- A crazy mixed bead necklace
- A mixed bead necklace with letter beads
- This special mixed bead shoe chain that can also be worn as an anklet
- A simple mixed bead anklet
If you love the clay bead featured on this bracelet, here’s a tutorial that you can follow to make your own.
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Here’s how to make a floating bead bracelet!
little while ago, I showed you how to make a floating pearl necklace, and now here’s the bracelet version of that tutorial! This bracelet is made using tiger tail wire and a special bead. I used an evil eye bead for this one, but you can use any bead you like. I think a single pearl with a glorious lustre would be perfect too. Please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links.
You’ll need these tools and materials to make your floating bead bracelet:
1: Pliers. I used my flat nose, round nose and cutting pliers for this bracelet.
Cutting pliers, round nose pliers, flat nose pliers. 2: A piece of tiger tail wire. I used a scrap piece I had, you’ll need enough to fit your wrist plus approximately 5cm extra.
3: A bead. I used this glass bead but you can use any type of bead you like.
Alternatively, here’s a link to some freshwater pearls if you want to make a floating pearl bracelet!
4: Two crimp beads.
5: Two crimp cover findings.
6: A toggle clasp.
Follow these steps to make your cool floating bead bracelet:
1: Add a crimp bead to one end of the wire.
2: Loop the end of the wire around the crimp and back through to create a loop.
3: Pull the wire so that the loop is tight around the crimp bead.
4: Squash the crimp bead using the flat nose pliers.
5: Trim the excess wire using the cutting pliers.
6: Add one of the crimp covers from the other end of the wire and pull it down so that it covers the crimp bead.
7: Squash the crimp cover around the crimp bead end making sure to cover any ‘spikey’ bits.
8: Add the bead to the wire. (If your wire is extra long, you can trim it here, making sure you leave enough room to loop the end of the wire around the second crimp bead so that it still fits).
9: Add the second crimp cover to the wire.
10: Add the second crimp bead to the wire and repeat the steps you performed in steps 1-5 to secure the other end.
11: Place the second crimp cover over the end of the wire that you just secured and close it using your flat nose pliers.
12: Add one part of the toggle clasp to one end of the bracelet wire and use your round nose pliers to close the wire at the end of the crimp cover.
13: Repeat step 12 for the second part of the toggle clasp to secure it in place.
Now your floating bead bracelet is finished and ready to wear! What special bead did you use on yours?
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Here’s a fun simple design to make! All you need is some brightly coloured string and a fun bead!
This is a fun one, and great for when you feel like you need a new accessory to match an outfit in a snap! This bracelet is made using some bright string and a cheerful bead to make a simple bracelet that still looks great. Please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links.
You’ll need the following tools and materials to make this bracelet:
1: A piece of beading string. I used this hot pink nylon beading thread. Cut it to a length by measuring it around your wrist and adding approximately 8cm extra. I usually measure mine by eye. If you think its too long, you can trim it a bit.
2: A bead. I used this smiley bead.
Here’s where you can get similar beads. Follow these steps to make your own simple string and bead bracelet:
1: Add the bead to the string buy sliding it over the end of the string.
2: Tie the string around your wrist.
Now its done! Perfect. If tying it yourself is tricky, you can ask someone for help to tie it on for you.
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Here’s how to make a bracelet using beading thread and a needle!
I’m loving using nylon beading thread at the moment, so I thought I’d make a tutorial showing how to use it to make a cute beaded bracelet! Here are all the instructions plus some affiliate links so you can buy the materials to make your own.
You’ll need these tools and materials to make this beaded bracelet:
1: Some nylon beading thread. I used some thread that was cut to about 1m long.
2: A clasp. I used this sterling silver parrot clasp.
3: A jump ring. I used a sterling silver jump ring.
4: Beads. I used these handmade polymer clay beads and some red glass seed beads.
5: Scissors to cut the thread.
6: Super glue.
7: A beading needle with a thin loop of thread tied around the bottom.
Follow these steps to make your beaded bracelet:
1: Fold the piece of thread in half, loop and knot it around the jump ring.
2: Slide the thread through the needle loop and begin adding beads.
3: Add beads in your desired pattern.
4: Once you have your bracelet at a length you like, tie a knot to the end so the beads won’t slide off.
5: Tie the end of the string to the jump ring on the parrot clasp, be sure to do a few knots and loops around the clasp for a strong tie.
6: Trim the excess thread.
7: Add a dab of superglue to each knot and set the bracelet aside to dry.
8: Once the superglue is dry, your bracelet is finished! How sweet is it to learn how to use new beading materials?
If you like using beading thread, here’s a tutorial that shows you how to use it to make a beaded necklace.
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Here’s how to make a super cute bracelet with a little fruit bead on it!
This bracelet is simple but so so cute! It is made from fine chain with an adorable polymer clay apple bead on it. I love this piece because it is delicate but still adorable and quirky. Please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links.
You’ll need the following tools and materials to make your own delicate fruit bead bracelet:
1: Some thin chain. I used this silver-tone thin curb chain cut to the right length to fit my wrist. (I cut it using my cutting pliers).
2: Seven small jump rings.
3: A lobster clasp.
4: A polymer clay apple bead.
5: Pliers. I used my cutting pliers, round nose pliers and flat nose pliers to make my bracelet.
Follow these steps to make your own cute little fruit bead bracelet:
1: Add the bead to the chain.
2: Slide one of the small jump rings through the end of the chain and add the lobster clasp to the end. Close the jump ring using your pliers to secure the lobster clasp in place.
3: Add another small jump ring to the other end of the bracelet.
4: Add another small jump ring to the one you just attached to the chain, you are now forming another chain that makes your bracelet slightly adjustable in size and easier to put on.
5: Continue adding the rest of the jump rings as you did in step 4 until they are all in place.
Now your fruit bead bracelet is finished and ready to wear! So so cute! What fruit will feature on yours?
Here are some other fruity pieces of jewelry you can make:
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How to make a bracelet that combines leather and beads into one piece!
This tutorial is a bit of a recycling piece. I used some scrap leather combined with some beads I recycled from an old necklace to construct something new. I think this bracelet is a cute statement piece, but it can also be layered with other bracelets to make a cool stack. Please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links.
You’ll need these tools and materials to make your leather and bead bracelet:
1: A piece of leather, I used this scrap piece of leather that was about 1cm wide and 9cm long. If you don’t have any scrap leather you could also use some leftover ribbon or cord.
2: Some pliers. I used my flat nose pliers and round nose pliers for this piece.
3: A bunch of eye pins. The number you will need will vary depending on the length of your bracelet and your piece of leather.
4: Two flat crimp ends.
5: Some beads. I used these timber beads I recycled from an old necklace.
6: Two jump rings.
7: A lobster clasp. I used this large one.
Follow these steps to make your own leather and bead bracelet:
1: Take your piece of leather and place one of the crimp ends on one end. Be careful to line up the edges.
2: Squash the crimp using the flat nose pliers.
3: Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the other end of the leather, attaching the other crimp.
4: Set the piece of leather aside.
5: Take one of the eye pins and add a bead.
6: Bend the pin to form an angle.
7: Use the round nose pliers to create a loop at the top of the pin, securing the beads in place.
8: Repeat steps 1-7 for another bead, before closing the loop, slide it onto the first charm you made. Close it to secure the charms together.
9: Repeat steps 1-8 for another bead.
10: Attach the small chain you made to one end of the piece of leather, this will help you keep track of the overall bracelet length.
11: Keep adding beads to the chain until your bracelet is long enough to fit around your wrist.
12: Attach the lobster clasp to the beaded end of the bracelet using one of the jump rings.
13: Attach the other jump ring to the other side of the bracelet to finish it off.
Now your bracelet is finished! How will you wear yours?
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How to make a letter bead chain bracelet!
Sometimes you need to be a bit subtle about how you communicate your feelings. So instead of saying it out loud, or showing it in your body language, why not show how you feel with your jewelry? Here are all the steps you can follow to make a cute letter bead bracelet that says a word on it. Mine says ‘grumpy’ because that’s how I feel a lot of the time ;). Please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links.
You’ll need these tools and materials to make your letter bead chain bracelet:
1: A bunch of eye pins. The number you need depends on the length of your bracelet.
2: Two jump rings.
3: A lobster clasp.
4: Letter beads that make up the word you want to spell. Mine spells G-R-U-M-P-Y.
5: Other beads. I used some black plastic beads recycled from an old necklace. The number of extra beads you need will depend on the length of your word.
6: A small jump ring.
7: A charm. I used this plastic banana charm and drew a little smile on it with permanent marker.
Follow these steps to make your own letter chain bracelet:
1: Add a letter bead to one of the eye pins.
2: Bend the eye pin to form an angle.
3: Bend the top of the pin over to form a loop that secures the bead onto the pin. Use your round nose pliers to do this.
4: Repeat steps 1 to 3 for the other letter beads until your whole word is on pins.
5: Attach each of the letter bead pins together to form a chain.
6: Set the letter chain aside and start making the side chains.
7: Add your other beads to the pins the same way you did for the letter beads. Make two chains so that the whole piece is long enough to wrap around your wrist. Make each chain an even length so that your word sits in the middle.
8: Add a lobster clasp to one end of the bracelet using one of the jump rings.
9: Add the other jump ring to the other side of the bracelet.
10: To finish the bracelet off, attach your charm using the small jump ring.
Now your bracelet is finished and ready to wear! So cute!
Here are some other letter bead tutorials you can follow:
