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Bohemian Revolutions Bracelet

Designer: Jamie Hogsett

Published: April 18, 2008

Technique: Square Stitch

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Inspired by the square-stitched circles in the Seeds department of the June/July 2006 issue of Beadwork, designer Jamie Hogsett stitched this sparkly bracelet. Crystals add the perfect amount of shine to the muted palette of seed beads.

 

Rachael's Wedding Bracelet

Designer: Rebecca Campbell

Published: March 14, 2008

Technique: Stringing

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Rebecca created this beautiful aqua bracelet of pearls and crystals for her sister Rachael's wedding. This multi-strand piece works up very quickly-Rebecca created this "something new" bracelet the morning of the wedding!

 

Dear to My Heart

Designer: Jean Yates

Published: March 7, 2008

Technique: Wirework

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A name bracelet, something you can wear and keep close to you, is a great way of expressing loving feelings toward new babies, your own children or grandchildren, your significant other, and you as a couple. This fun and "charming" chain maille bracelet can be easily adjusted for a personalized fit.

 

Plus de Rouge

Designer: Merle Berelowitz

Published: March 6, 2008

Technique: Fringe, Peyote Stitch, Stringing

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Like an English rose garden, this bracelet blooms with color and texture. The primary technique used—branch fringe—is simple; the creativity lies in layering and mixing a riot of glass, polymer, and plastic flowers and leaves.

 

Time Out

Designer: Donna Kraidman

Published: February 25, 2008

Technique: Stringing

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This easy beaded watch showcases blue and white Kazuri beads. (Kazuri beads are hand painted ceramic beads from Africa.) If you would prefer to create a bracelet instead of a watch, simply replace the watch face with another ceramic bead. This project originally appeared in the 2007 issue of Creative Jewelry.

 

Traveler’s Pathway

Designer: Jeanne Holland

Published: January 29, 2008

Technique: Stringing

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The designer adds a clever custom touch to her bracelet by wrapping a jump ring with copper wire.

 

Cute Couple Cuffs

Designer: Shelley Nybakke

Published: January 4, 2008

Technique: Square Stitch, Stringing

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A good friend asked Shelley to make him a bracelet. She knew right away she would use copper cubes and brass tubes to give it a masculine look. After she had finished, she decided it was too pretty to be a man’s bracelet only, so she made one for herself but slightly smaller. This square stitch bracelet project is from Beadwork magazine.

 

Tatted Bridal Necklace and Bracelet Set with Beads

Designer: Esther Trusler

Published: December 3, 2007

Technique: Other

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These elegant, needle tatted accessories will make any bride feel even more special. Needle tatting is a gentle art that can be traced as far back as the 1850s. Some believe that tatting developed from netting and decorative ropework created by sailors and fishermen. Project instructions include a one-page guide on how to do double stitch, rings, and chains. This project is from PieceWork magazine.

 

Lazy-B Ranch Bracelet

Designer: Michelle Mach

Published: October 21, 2007

Technique: Ladder Stitch, Stringing

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The western-style Lazy-B Ranch bracelet includes rugged opal nuggets, ladder-stitched beaded beads made of smoky quartz rondelles, and a silver buckle clasp. This project was created by the editor of Beading Daily for the December 2007/January 2008 Beadwork challenge.

 

Silver & Sparkle Bracelet

Designer: Donna Kraidman

Published: October 11, 2007

Technique: Wirework

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This wire and crystal bracelet takes advantage of some beautiful curved sterling tube beads. Using fine wire as double eye pins through each link gives you a perfect spot for your crystal dangles. The elegant finished bracelet belies the simple technique! This project is from the editors of Step by Step Wire Jewelry.

 

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