How to Make a Beaded Flat Wire Bangle | Jewelry 101

In this episode of #Jewelry 101, Susan shows you step-by-step how to work with flat wire and beads to make a super easy and stylish beaded bangle! You can find supplies like the ones used in this video here
6mm round beads: www.jtv.com/category/jewelry-...
24 gauge wire: www.jtv.com/product/24-gauge-...
5 mm flat wire: www.jtv.com/product/16-gauge-...
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[@danitadavis7093]

excellent Susan. again, you're explicit in your instructions and NEAT AND TIDY in creation. thank u

[@lizlloyd4228]

So pretty!! How did you make the pearl bracelet that you're wearing? It'd be great to have a tutorial about this!! :)

[@StitchesbySharonH]

Love this! I also love the pearl bracelet you are wearing in the video! I’d love to see a tutorial on it too! Thank you for sharing! 💜

[@JewelSchool]

Thank you so much!! We're working on getting this tutorial on our schedule. :-)

[@StitchesbySharonH]

Jewel School Awesome! Thank you!

[@claudiamarina8079]

I love the bracelet. Specially when you add the 3 together. By the way I know everyone is asking, so, can you teach the pearl bracelet next week? It’s beautiful as well!!! 😘🌺

[@JewelSchool]

Thank you so much!! We have the next few shows planned, but we will get something on the schedule!

[@susansstudio267]

Thank you Susan, very good video and appreciate all your tutorials. ❤️

[@marybethhoward9102]

These are so nice. I cant wait to get to the store tomorrow to get the supplies I dont already have. I have numerous gemstones already.

[@juliemincemoyer2324]

Thank you. I bought flat wire for another project and had no idea what else to do with it!

[@ceciletou4957]

Wow nice bracelet.Thank you for this video.😃

[@denisebriggs2886]

I love those bangles, can't wait to try making one myself.

[@dawntipping1507]

I love your videos. your teaching is so easy to follow. I've watched a few other peoples videos and yours are the best. no offense to anyone else, just yours are just so easy to follow and so informative. You have inspired me to want to learn more. It's like I cant't get enough. thank you so much. I can't wait to see more from you.

[@marusnak1113]

Just what I needed! Thanks so much for being such a great teacher. Agree with Liz L, would really like the pearl bracelet.

[@sherribrown7625]

Awesome I had some flat wire and didn't know what to do. Thank you 😁

[@veronicatampus5461]

I love this. You are such an a great teacher. Thanks again for this easy to follow tutorial.

[@roseg5903]

Beautiful bracelet, 👍💝

[@kathiruppe1350]

Such an easy bracelet. Can’t wait to make.

[@donnaarmenia2062]

So glad I saw the flat bangle I got the flat wire a while back and was not sure how to use it, thank you and I am so happy to see your wrist is getting better, God bless you and yours.

[@josephinethomas3289]

Awesome bracelet keep them coming

[@alishaziegler6632]

I thought I was losing my mind at first but the comments from 2 weeks ago helped clear it up - this video was previously posted. Was the repost an accident? I hope so, I'm looking forward to NEW content as I love and have learned a lot from this channel!

[@ashadominicafernandes461]

Wow . Simply Amazing and awesome Susan just loved it .God bless. Tkcare.

[@birgitcharter535]

Thank you so much for this amazing Video.

[@jamiecee4960]

Those are so pretty. Now I need some Turquoise Beads...❤️🙂

[@paulineconley9076]

You explain so[ well!!! Love your videos!

[@shontell7]

Omgggg I have this wire and never knew how to use it!! I swear I love this channel!!! Thank you so much!! 💜💜

[@JewelSchool]

Yay! You're welcome!

[@denisejones6903]

Your bracelet is pretty✨

[@nataliepatriciarobinson1250]

Please please please make a video on the pearl macrame bracelet you are wearing! LOVE IT!

[@joycegoshert3159]

Love it

[@BNJewelryandArtwork]

Pretty

[@nancymulkey6491]

Susan, I adore the pearl bracelet you’re wearing, please do a tutorial on making it. Please. Thank you

[@resellersspotlight6064]

So pretty 💕

[@virginiaa126]

Very nice, also like the pearl bracelet you are wearing, have a tutorial for it?

[@kasie680]

It’s so pretty!!! Does the fine wire get harder as you wrap and pull?

[@lidiamcculley8933]

Very pretty bungle 😍 Using a few will be a nice look! Thanks, Susan, for sharing! 🍃🌸🍃

[@marydonald3453]

Very nice. One thought: If you are making a pattern of colors, be sure you can end the bracelet evenly.

[@heidimorales8069]

Do you have a video on the pearl bracelet that you are wearing?

[@denisejones6903]

Hi Susan! As always I love your jewelry making tutorials❤, question what gauge is that flat wire?

[@JewelSchool]

This is the flat wire I used: www.jtv.com/product/artistic-wire-flat-21-gauge-appx-3mm-5mm-in-assorted-colors-set-of-10-appx-3-feet-in-length-each/JSKIT0885?mcid=XSOjsyt Enjoy and good luck!!

[@denisejones6903]

Thank you Susan I believe I order the right one! Yeah!!!

[@alessandraforlani152]

Is there a tutorial on the pearl bracelet yet?

[@bluelily8289]

For that last hole punch, have you tried putting a head pin through the first set to keep them lined up instead of trying to hold them lined up? Very pretty bracelet and easy to follow instructions. Have you made these with other shape beads?

[@JewelSchool]

That's a great idea! We haven't tried it with other shaped beads, but you should give it a try!

[@VaniaJacobs]

Susan, love love this bracelet design. And so appropriately done right after Keiu’s book presentation on JTV this week. I have some questions on the tools. Bracelet Mandrel. I’ve been looking for a good price steel one, but I wanted one that has measurements in it. I can’t find them, same w ring mandrel. Do they make steel ones w the measurements etched on them? Thanks!

[@JewelSchool]

So glad you enjoyed the video! There are LOTS of options available online. It depends on exactly what you're looking for but if you google 'Etched Bracelet Mandrel' you will find lots of great options!

[@Andrea-kz8gg]

Nice! I see this video is from three years ago, but do you have the link to the pearl bracelet? It’s beautiful!

[@JewelSchool]

Unfortunately, no. We just make the one piece and list the supplies so you can make on for yourself!

[@Tweegy1000]

Hi Susan and all. I’m just loving this project! I have a little problem. I didn’t start with enough wire to complete my bangle. Please tell me how to add more wire. Thank you.

[@JewelSchool]

Oh no! It would be really hard to do. If you used a .925 sterling, karat gold or bare copper, you might be able to solder a longer piece on to it. However, if you used a plated flat wire, soldering it would melt it. Plated flat wire is not super expensive, so your best bet is to start again with a new, longer piece. If you're wondering what to do with the discarded piece of flat wire you already started the bangle with, well, you could use it to make a couple of rings! Also a good rule of thumb is to measure your closed fist. This will tell you how much wire you need for it to fit over your hand. Hope this helps!

[@Tweegy1000]

@@JewelSchool well, thank you for that speedy response. However, ive should have state it's the 24 gauge wrappin wire😌

[@Tweegy1000]

We’ll, Susan, I just twisted new wire on and kept going. Doesn’t look so bad. I’m on my second one. I cut off 3 ft and it’s still not enough. Next bracelet, size 8, will cut off 4 ft wire. That should do it😊

[@doratiscareno5856]

I WISH I COULD FIND BANGLE BRACELETS THAT FIT...THEIR ALL WAY TO BIG

[@schaferin83]

Is that 5mm wire dead soft? hardened? What alternatives can we use if we don't want to spend the high dollar from JTV? I personally like to experiment first before going high $$ on crafts :)

[@JewelSchool]

This is the kit I use and it's a great value for the wire! You can actually make over 30 bangles with this kit (and I think you'll want to after you get the hang of it!!) -- www.jtv.com/product/artistic-wire-flat-21-gauge-appx-3mm-5mm-in-assorted-colors-set-of-10-appx-3-feet-in-length-each/JSKIT0885?mcid=XSOjsyt

[@MusicBlueTree]

First of all, I’m not Mark Aoki, I’m his daughter. Anyway, I love your videos and can you please do a video about your bracelet? I love it very much! Thank you for your time!

[@JewelSchool]

Thanks for the idea!

[@MusicBlueTree]

Your welcome, Miss Thomas!

[@NonnisBoutique]

what type of metal are you using i have some aluminum flat wire but it's not stiff enough it looses it's shape.

[@JewelSchool]

Hi Windy! This is a 16ga strip of sterling silver flat wire. Here is the product link: www.jtv.com/product/16-gauge-sterling-silver-wire-strip-6-inches-long-by-5mm-wide-by-1mm-thick/JSWR176?mcid=XSOjsyt Good Luck!

[@meranamer8226]

How can I get the supplies? The links are not working

[@JewelSchool]

Hi Meran! Not sure what's happening, but the links are working for us. Let me give you what you need here: 6mm round beads: www.jtv.com/category/jewelry-making/beads/category/jewelry-making/beads/_/N-1547377695+736371695?mcid=XSOjsyt 5mm Flat Wire: www.jtv.com/product/16-gauge-sterling-silver-wire-strip-6-inches-long-by-5mm-wide-by-1mm-thick/JSWR176?mcid=XSOjsyt JTV's current wire selection: www.jtv.com/product/16-gauge-sterling-silver-wire-strip-6-inches-long-by-5mm-wide-by-1mm-thick/JSWR176?mcid=XSOjsyt Hope this helps and good luck!

[@Binay011]

I love the pearl bracelet which ur wearing. Tutorial plz...

[@kimbain4368]

I'm looking at files on amazon and there are zillions. What is the file you are using, please? I've ordered some of this wire. The only "files" I currently have are emery boards. I don't suppose they would work for something like this? Help!

[@JewelSchool]

Hey there! We have a GREAT file for you right here: www.jtv.com/product/eurotool-tm-6-flat-cut-2-file/JST726?mcid=XSOjsyt

[@JewelSchool]

You can actually use any file, including your emery boards/nail-care files. A lot of metalsmiths use files created for the beauty industry. Just make sure it's sturdy!