Showing posts with label chain. Show all posts
Showing posts with label chain. Show all posts

Monday, August 19, 2013

embroidered chain bracelet

embroideredbracelettext.jpgThis is a really simple way to spruce up a basic chain bracelet. I'm not a big fan of chunky jewelry, so this is a nice way to add some color without adding bulk. :D

All you need is some embroidery floss or thin yarn and you're ready to make a whole new bracelet!

IMG_1100.JPGembroidery flossthick chain (1/8-1/4 inch wide)embroidery needlejump ringsclosuresglue (optional, but helpful!)measuring tape or rulerI got both silver tone and gold tone chain and chose embroidery floss that complemented them. :)

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beaded chain bracelet

beadedchainbracelettext.jpgI really like this bracelet! The thick chains against the teeny little beads gives a really nice contrast.

I originally set out to find a way to braid the beads in the middle, but I didn't have the right tools! I think I'm going to need to get some thin wire to make that happen. :D

IMG_1139.JPGupholstery thread OR two strands of embroidery flossseed beads (I used sizes 10/0 and 11/0)a needle small enough to pass through the beadschainjump ringsclosurespliersmeasuring tape or a rulerThis is the first time i have ever worked with beads. I had no idea what I was doing. I originally tried to use nylon quilting thread, and that turned into a big mess. Thread by itself did not produce a big enough knot to keep the beads in place. 

And this is why I am using two strands of embroidery floss. Gotta work with what you have :D


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