Easy Loopy Wire Wrapped Cuff Tutorial
There are different ways of making a wire bangle or cuff foundation so beads can be wired onto it. I did a coiled wire version before. This easy loopy cuff tutorial by Juliet of Spoilt Rotten Beads, is based on a foundation with wire loops at intervals. I particularly love the introduction of little wire coils here and there during the wire wrapping process. It made for a very pretty bracelet design!
If you prefer a static tutorial or need to know the supply list, the written instructions are here. She uses 16G wire which is a good thickness for the base. The wire wrapping is done with 26G wire - I too prefer this thickness for wrapping because it is stronger than 28G. Besides the 26G takes a little less time in wire wrapping and is more visible.
Before You Go:
Original Post by THE BEADING GEM
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If you prefer a static tutorial or need to know the supply list, the written instructions are here. She uses 16G wire which is a good thickness for the base. The wire wrapping is done with 26G wire - I too prefer this thickness for wrapping because it is stronger than 28G. Besides the 26G takes a little less time in wire wrapping and is more visible.
Before You Go:
- Wired Memory Wire Bangle Tutorial
- How to Make Coiled and Twisted Wire Bracelet Tutorials (includes tool info)
- Fun Bead Soup Wire Bangle Tutorials
Original Post by THE BEADING GEM
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The Destination page of the Static instructions link seems to be missing, please check the link Pearl
ReplyDeleteThanks to readers like you who let me know. The link has been updated!!
DeleteThat's a really nice looking cuff. I like the coils as well. It adds a detail that keeps your eye traveling around the cuff. You could end it with a hook to catch into the starting loop and make a nice bangle out of it as well.
ReplyDeleteGood find my friend! I'm sure I'm going to give it a try.
Good idea about adding a clasp. I think I would definitely add a clasp!!
DeleteIt is interesting how even the simplest idea doesn't come to your mind unless you see it :) I made a similar foundation for a collar necklace but never used it as such because it was very stiff and would leave marks on the neck - and this is the perfect project for it! Thank you, Pearl!
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