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How to Crochet a Bead and Wire Bracelet

Diane Gilleland, contributor

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Wire crochet gives this bracelet a light, lacy appearance.

Diane Gilleland

You can make this bracelet in any assortment of bead colors—mix and match them.

Diane Gilleland

Begin with an assortment of about 40 beads. They should include a mixture of large and small sizes.

Diane Gilleland

Wire crochet gives this bracelet a light, lacy appearance.

Photo: Diane Gilleland

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When I teach wire crochet classes, most of my students want to make this bracelet. It's a wonderful way to use up leftover beads, and it's so quick to do, you can crank out several of them in one sitting.

If you're not familiar with wire crochet, you can learn about it from my basic tutorial. It's helpful if you've crocheted with yarn before but not necessary.

Start with an assortment of beads. I usually pull about 40 beads together in various sizes. It's a good idea to have some larger beads and some smaller. I'm using all one color here, but it's great fun to mix several colors.

What you'll need:
28-gauge craft wire
Assorted beads
Aluminum crochet hook, US size G
Needle-nose pliers
Wire cutters

The wire you see here is 28-gauge colored craft wire. You can find this online at Fire Mountain Gems.

String the beads onto the wire.

Your strand of beads should be no longer than the width of your wrist.

You'll need far fewer beads than you think! See how long my strand of beads is compared with my wrist? That's all you'll need for the first strand of your bracelet. When you crochet the wire, this strand will become much longer. And if you begin with too many beads, your bracelet will end up too large.

Push the beads along the wire out of the way, and then chain four.

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Comments (17)

Nodan writes: I know that the bracelet is not so easy to make. I like the style, when you wear it on your wrist, it looks like a branch of Peach Blossom are around your wrist.
Posted: 2:51 am on January 31st

BusyHands writes: I made this bracelet in less than 30 minutes and I am a basic level crocheter, I have basic beading skills and I have never worked with crocheted wire before. I'll be making more of these for Christmas gifts!
My 5 year old daughter said "It's so pretty! Can I wear it all day?" And I haven't gotten it back yet.
Posted: 1:45 pm on August 24th

zeshuregi writes: i want to make it soon,lets see . . .

Posted: 8:50 am on March 30th

NancyWard writes: Hi!

Today I posted an entry on my blog with a link to this tutorial.

I'd appreciate your letting me know if that's OK.

Thanks,

Nancy ward
http://paperfriendly.blogspot.com
Posted: 11:34 am on December 7th

purplbutrflyjewelry writes: Let me post the blog link so you can see what I made and how you're credited. =) http://purplbutrflyjewelry.blogspot.com/2008/08/jab-at-wire-crochet-technique.html
Posted: 1:10 am on August 15th

purplbutrflyjewelry writes: Hi Diane! I tried your bracelet using copper wire and a few semi-precious stones. I blogged about it and linked the blog to this tutorial. How do I post a photo of my image here? =)
Posted: 1:09 am on August 15th

petunia4141 writes: This is darling! I think I even have everything to complete it---a great gift idea too!
Posted: 11:40 am on August 14th

Sister_Diane writes: Apologies, everyone! The basic wire crochet tutorial is at http://www.craftypod.com/?p=71.
Posted: 8:10 pm on August 13th

kraftylady writes: This is great, How do I find your basic tutorial?
Posted: 10:04 pm on August 12th

kraftylady writes: This is great, I would really like to learn how to make one, I am new to posting, bloging ect. How do I find your tutorial for the basic steps?
Posted: 10:03 pm on August 12th

jewelelegance writes: That's great!
It's best way to utilized the beads and design a beautiful bracelets.I think that it will be great to create necklace in the same pattern with multiple colors.

Jewelelegance
Posted: 2:23 am on August 12th

oranna writes: Beautiful! I have been doing this technique for necklaces, but I love your detailed tutorial, and I enjoy seeing what others are making. Thanks....
Posted: 8:49 pm on August 8th

Zgirl writes: Thank you Diane!!!

Purchasing a magazine three years ago featuring crocheted jewelry is what got me interested in crocheting. I love beads and cabochnons, and it knocked my socks off!

Sadly, though it was alleged to have been a "beginner" project, they didn't break the instructions and materials down enough for me, as you have here.

You've done a WONDERFUL job,
and I feel confident that I can actually do this bracelet easily following your wonderful instructions, and having done so, gain the basics so that I can move on. That's truly the sign of a great teacher!

As for crocheting. I seem to have no knack, but did accumulate a room FULL of yarn that I must dig my way out of and make room for things I DO stand a chance of completing!

Thanks again (((Diane)))) , you have a devoted fan here!

Wishing you the best,

Zgirl
Posted: 8:48 pm on August 5th

sarahwww writes: Very pretty! Thanks too for the good pix on adding the findings and "finishings."
Posted: 6:30 pm on August 1st

susanstars writes: Great tutorial and such a pretty project!
Posted: 4:40 pm on August 1st

iHanna writes: Sooooo pretty Diane, and my colors and everything. I just need to try this I think! :-)
Posted: 1:16 pm on August 1st

paperrain writes: This is a cool project, and I have three birthday gifts to make in the next week, so it's just perfect for one of them! I'm going to make mine all Goth and spooky. All I need is the crochet hook!
Thanks for this
Chris
p.s. I'll post a photo when I'm done.
Posted: 12:15 pm on August 1st

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