Personality central by Jo-Ann Fiore
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BEADSTYLE
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String a multistrand bracelet that’s uniquely you A focal bead takes center stage in this simple strung bracelet. Choose a centerpiece that reflects your personality and surround it with crystals of varying colors and finishes. Whether you opt for dramatic black and white or vibrant color, this design will produce a well-balanced combination of personal expression and classic feminine appeal.
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Determine the finished length of your bracelet, add 5 in. (13cm), and cut three pieces of beading wire to that length. Center a focal bead over all three wires.
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On each end, string eight round crystals, using a different color for each strand.
EDITOR’S TIP To lengthen the bracelet, string additional round crystals. To shorten it, use fewer crystals. Finishing the bracelet will add approximately 2½ in. (6.4cm).
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BEADSTYLE
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On each side, over all three wires, string a round crystal, a 7mm spacer, a cube crystal, and a 5mm spacer.
On each side, over all three wires, string a crimp bead. Over two strands, string a 2mm round bead and go back through the crimp bead and two crystals. Tighten the wires, and check the fit. Add or remove beads from each end if necessary. Crimp the crimp beads (Basics) and trim the excess wire.
• 20–30mm focal bead • 2 6mm cube crystals • 50 4mm round crystals, 18 in one color, 16 each in two colors • 2 4mm round beads • 2 2mm round beads • 4 7mm spacers • 4 5mm spacers • flexible beading wire, .010 • 4 crimp beads • toggle clasp • chainnose or crimping pliers • diagonal wire cutters
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On each end, on the remaining wire, string: 7mm spacer, 5mm spacer, 4mm round bead, crimp bead, half of the clasp. Go back through the beads just strung and tighten the wire. Crimp the crimp beads and trim the excess wire. ✤ Contact Jo-Ann at lasvegasjodel@yahoo.com.