How to make a quick Sparkly Holiday Bracelet | Tutorial for Beginners | DIY Jewelry

Hi Everyone! This bracelet is the perfect Holiday gift! If you’re a beginner, this is the video for you! I’l show you how to string gorgeous faceted quartz beads, and how to use French wire and crimp beads. We'll finish by adding an extender chain to make it fully customizable. Enjoy!
Luisa
Misty Moon Designs
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Time Stamps:
Introduction - 00:04
Materials - 01:14
Information about French Wire - 02:36
Arranging beads on Magic Rods - 04:27
Offloading from Magic Rods to beading wire - 06:15
Attaching French Wire and crimping off end - 08:05
Attaching crimp bead cover- 11:01
Creating dangle for extender chain - 15:08
Finished Bracelet - 17:00
Modeling jewelry - 18:00
Materials:
Faceted Quartz Round Beads - 7 mm - Clear with Double Plated AB Finish
Austrian Faceted Roun Bead - 5 mm - for dangle or charm
Extender Chain - Silver
French Wire - Medium - .09 mm outer diameter - Beadsmith - Silver
Lobster Clasp - Silver
Ball Headpin - Silver
Beading Wire - 49 strand - .015" (0.38 mm) thickness - Silver
Beadalon Round Nose Pliers - amzn.to/3tQZfeB
Xuron Tweezer Nose Pliers - amzn.to/3htT51s
Xuron Four in One Crimping Pliers - amzn.to/3xYGdVY
Tronex Flush Cutters - amzn.to/45CqqgY
Lindstrom Flat Nose Pliers - amzn.to/3tPfBnV
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[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! A quick message about buying French wire….I noticed some sellers do list the Beadsmith and Beadalon brand as bullion. I know I said to not buy it if it’s listed as bullion but as long as it’s those two brands, it’s okay. Have a wonderful day today! 🙂

[@HawraStarseed]

I never knew about French wire Thank u 🌷🌸☺️

[@marsharodgers394]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and talent with us. Blessings!

[@yolandabranner6200]

I just came across your video I want to make bracelets for my nieces and granddaughter. I love it.

[@lindajeffreys9352]

Beautiful. The beads are so pretty, they make the bracelet look so elegant. Thank you Luisa for sharing your beautiful jewellery makes 💕💕💕💕

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

You are so welcome 🤗

[@paulettehabbit5482]

Very pretty. Thanks for introducing the use of French wire.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

You’re so welcome 😊

[@daniellemarie1299]

So pretty! I love that French wire technique, something new to add to my stash😃

[@virginiagarcia2802]

Hugs and Kisses to You on this Day and Everyday! You are thorough and Kind tutor! THANKS!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you 😊

[@debbiecobb5757]

Luisa, you do such professional looking jewelry. You take your time and it shows. I love this bracelet and how you displayed it really showed the beauty of the bead that you used! Thank you for yet another great tutorial 💕❤️

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you so much Deb! I hope you’re doing well 🥰

[@RaiderMom2008]

Beautiful bracelet, Luisa!! Crystals of all kinds are my favorite! Always learning from you.....french wire, think I need to try this now! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours! ~~Lisa

[@tishawilcutt]

Happy Thanksgiving to your family. A special hug to Boo Boo. ♥

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you! I’ll definitely give him a hug 🤗

[@melbabowen4389]

❤Beautiful bracelet! ❤Great information!❤THANK YOU!

[@dianeescoffier8652]

Beautiful project...Beautiful bracelet...Beautiful Lady! Thank you, Ms. Luisa, I appreciate you!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you so much! You’re so kind 😊

[@kimbain4368]

Beautiful! A string of sparkly disco balls! Another homerun, Luisa

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you very much Kim! Yes, they definitely do look like disco balls 😃 🪩🕺

[@msharno1]

Simply & elegant…soo pretty

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you! 😊

[@lavernearnold5186]

I bought the French wire from Beadalon a little while ago. I haven’t used it yet. Now I will!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Awesome! I think it’s a great alternative! 🙂 I wish there were enclosed wire guardians. In other words, without the open channel at the top. That would be my preference but I haven’t seen any on the market 🙂

[@virginiagarcia2802]

Shiny, Festive BEAUTIFUL Bracelet. Thanks, and Thanks for the quote How True!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

You are so welcome! 🤗

[@terrykayb1236]

🤩 WOW, those finely faceted, clear, sparkly crystals definitely make this bracelet the perfect compliment for any holiday outfit & an ideal stacker with any other color bracelet that one might want to add! The design is simple, yet quite elegant...and it certainly has plenty of "bling" for holiday parties! THANK YOU, as always, for sharing your inspiration with us, dear Luisa! Your videos are just one of many blessings I will be counting today...and I truly wish you & yours a joyful & blessed Thanksgiving! Happy holiday hugs to you & your beloved BooBoo! 🤗💞🐾🦃

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. Wishing you and yours a wonderful Thanksgiving! 😊

[@jerilynnbayer-fermier5475]

Thank you for demonstrating french wire! I have never used it. Always glad to learn something new.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@scheherazadewjackson8131]

It is absolutely gorgeous

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you 😊

[@user-gp9tz8dh9k]

Very pretty bracelet. Your nails are so pretty.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you 🤗

[@jariech87]

Beautiful bracelet. Thank you for explaining the French wire method. I like it. The beads are beautiful

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you! 😊

[@jariech87]

@@MistyMoonDesigns you’re welcome

[@irissanchez156]

Beautiful bracelet. I do love the look of French wire better. I will look into it. Thanks for sharing your tips with us.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

You’re welcome 😊

[@kimberliebyington5245]

Beautiful ❤thank you for sharing ❤️

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you 😊

[@lisaray9404]

Happy Thanksgiving! Hope you and your family had a wonderful day. 🍂🦃🍁 What a lovely bracelet! 🤩 It reminds me of a couple of vintage mid-century crystal necklaces I found at thrift stores. I am definitely going to get these materials; make your bracelet and try my hand at some earrings. Thank you again! Have a wonderful weekend! PS: Please give your sweet kitties a hug for me! 🤗

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you! Have fun making those pieces! 🙂

[@terrieperkins7672]

Beautiful! Thank you for sharing!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

You’re so welcome 😊

[@bonniewilliams864]

I love the look of that French wire. That’s for the info.💕

[@bonniewilliams864]

I mean thanks

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

It does look very professional 😊

[@susanstancliff2937]

Beautiful! Thank you again for explaining the details of how to do these steps! Also thank you for sharing the supplies you use and all the tips! The more I watch the more I learn! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family and your kitties!🙏❤️😺😺🎼🍂🍃

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you so much! Wishing you and yours a wonderful Thanksgiving 😊

[@renaeduran8049]

So pretty

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you 😊

[@KathleenBradbury-ws6zk]

I Love it! Thanks on the info for French wire. I plan on getting some!

[@tishawilcutt]

Beautiful.♥ You are a fantastic designer. ♥I'm going to make one for myself. I need a beautiful bracelet.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you! 😊

[@GaetanaFargiorgio]

Happy Thanksgiving Luisa. Thank you. Wishing everyone many blessings.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you 🙂

[@jrccandleco7939]

Gorgeous!!!!!!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you 🙂

[@phyllispeterson5800]

I am thankful for you😊

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

I’m thankful for you too! 😊

[@barbarad2312]

Great tutorial! I really appreciate the step by step and explanations. The kitty purrs were adorable! ❤️❤️ Just discovered your channel .

[@rachelwilliams9903]

💕 love this and using the French wire is genius! Thank you ☺️

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you! 😊

[@donnamoore7554]

Happy Thanksgiving Beautiful bracelet. I would love to see it in the sun. Thank you yet again.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you. It looks spectacular in the sun. 🌞 You can get an idea in the intro where I filmed it outside 🙂

[@donnamoore7554]

@@MistyMoonDesigns Oh you’re right. Thanks. I don’t know how I missed it. Chemo brain. Lol I blame everything on it. 😂 It is truly beautiful.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

@@donnamoore7554 I can totally understand. I hope you’re doing okay and getting through it. Sending prayers and healing energy ❤️

[@donnamoore7554]

@@MistyMoonDesigns oh thank you. I really appreciate it. God and my oncologist cured me 14 years ago so I’m holding on to faith that they will do it again. Any positive energy will add to my faith. Team work. ❤️🙏🏽

[@mariaalanis1078]

Thank you Luisa, I just seen a tutorial on how to use the French wire but couldn't grasp it. Your tutorial is much more informative! ❤️

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@tishsmiddy71]

Yes purr purr little kitty❤

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

😽

[@remysplace]

Thanks, it’s beautiful!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

I'm glad you like it 😊

[@lavernearnold5186]

Beautiful!!!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you!! 🙂

[@whitekitten05]

sooo pretty! I'm a sucker for those AB crystal beads every time!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

I love them too! 😊

[@carylfontaine3640]

STUNNING ❤ Your tutorial is easy but the results are all but..I LOVE the, your, gorgeous bracelet ❤❤ Thank-you 😊

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thanks so much 😊

[@rusticdragonflydesigns]

Hi Luisa I've never heard of French wire.. so pretty and clean looking! I will definitely be looking for it! Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving.. ~Laura

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you Laura 😊

[@cindyat]

Thank you! Happy Thanksgiving!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you! 🙂

[@susangrovogel2523]

WOW...that French wire is amazing! I've never heard of it...but will definitely try it. This is a beautiful bracelet even though it's simple! Thank you Luisa for the educational video! You're so knowledgeable and creative.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@tishsmiddy71]

I got some of those beads from a bead box kit and I’ve saved for me ❤ Yes they are lovely no AB coating … 🌹❤️💋😊😊

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Yes they are! I love AB finishes!

[@bethhenson4691]

What a beautiful sparkling bracelet! Perfect for any time of year with any outfit. Love, love , love it. I also appreciate you showing alternatives for finishing jewelry. The French wire looks great. ❤

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@jannajacob219]

I agree that the French wire makes a much better finish. I have some but haven't used it because I didn't feel confident enough in my skills. I will definitely try it now. You are the best teacher and you chose such beautiful beads for this. AB coated clear crystal beads are my all time favorite ones and I love to wear them any time if the year. Hooray for sparkle 💖 I loved hearing your cat purring.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you! Lol…I didn’t realize how loud the purring was until I was doing the video editing 😂

[@peggygreeby5065]

This is stunning, Luisa, simple but elegant. When I was a kid my mother had a crystal necklace and she used to let me wear it when I played dress-up, this brings back memories. Boo-boo is one contented kitty. See you soon, as always take care.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you 😽

[@user-yo9gc1ft1x]

Love it

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you 😊

[@Chris-wu4cp]

Very pretty.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you 🙂

[@susanpicken6874]

Beautiful bracelet ❤. I use French wire - it doesn’t always stay nice looking & separates. (I do love thé finished look using the French wire.) Thanks for all your lovely videos

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you! 😊 that’s good to know. I wish someone would come up with an enclosed wire guardian for beading wire. I’m not a big fan of the exposed channel at the top of the horse shoe shaped wire guardian. I know it’s necessary for threading materials such as silk or fireline, but it would be nice if there was an enclosed option for beading wire. 🙂

[@cherylshiflett4384]

Happy Thanksgiving! Beautiful bracelet with the Bead Show sparkles. I love Bead Shows but I always buy my way into trouble $$$$$

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

I know what you mean. The same thing happens to me 😊

[@JulieF33]

Very elegant ❤

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you! 😊

[@barbaradavis8691]

😮❤❤❤😮 Good morning.. Louisa nice Xmas 🎄 gift.. Thank you for the introduction to the French wire...it does look clean and more finished.. I purchased the magic crimper..to avoid crimpis and covers.....yet to try..no crimp tubes..Amazon shopping sooon.. ❤❤😮😮🎉❤

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

The magical crimping tool is awesome. Just make sure you use the correct size wire. I think those pliers come in two sizes 😊

[@blackpearl1p.n.726]

Just Beautiful 😍

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you! 😊

[@taarnabj]

Awesome thank you Have a Wonderful Thanksgiving

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you! 🙂

[@robinsnestartistry.812]

Very beautiful bracelet.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you so much 😊

[@esperanzamartinez9096]

Hi Luisa 😊 Are those extender chains nice quality? I've held back from using them thinking they might tarnish quickly or that they're too weak. They are definitely a great option for sizing the strung bracelets .. and look really elegant the way you used a crystal on the end. 👍❤️ I recently reopened my Etsy shop and am trying to build up inventory using strung bracelet designs to save labor time, but the finishing is always a challenge. I find that Beadalon crimp "beads" look much nicer than the tubes and don't need crimp covers. I agree the french wire is beautiful! Very professional finish. Wire guardians are scratchy and I worry about metal quality. I've been using .24 width beading wire directly thru the clasp and crimping with the beads ... I crimp with the Xuron only one time .. the second fold-over is not necessary .. it looks very smooth and attractive. I think the thicker .24 in wire won't slip thru a sturdy well-closed jump ring (at least it hasn't happened to me). Also I use stainless steel jump rings since they're strong. What are your thoughts on these things? Thank you for another wonderful video!! ❤

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Wow! So many great tips! I agree, if you use thicker beading wire, you don’t need wire guardians. There’s so much misinformation out there! You really don’t need to fold over crimp beads. You can just do the first crimp and not fold it over or simply just squash it. But a lot of it depends on the thickness of the beading wire and the size of the crimp bead or tube. It sounds like you’ve discovered the best method for yourself. That’s what I recommend…experiment and see what works the best. About the extender chains…I’ve had that box for quite a while and the chain hasn’t tarnished. But I do try and store them in a dry environment. Just like any other base metals…you have to be mindful of the environmental conditions. I usually send out instructions on how to care for jewelry pieces. I recommend wiping them with a clean dry cloth after each wear, and avoid getting lotion or perspiration on them. 🙂

[@libbydearing2374]

Thanks for the informative video. I like using wire guards to protect the beading wire, but the ends feel a little rough to me. I am wondering if French wire would be a better option.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Wire guards are probably easier to use but, you’re right, they can feel rough…especially over time. I personally don’t like the open channel where you can see the beading wire. 🙂

[@ruthsimpson6659]

❤

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you 😊

[@angelamariaalves1808]

lindooooo

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Muchísimas gracias! 😊

[@phyllispeterson5800]

Let BooBoo help.❤❤❤

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

He certainly does help. He’s my lap warmer! 😽

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

And studio companion! 🙂

[@RaiderMom2008]

Beautiful bracelet, Luisa!! Crystals of all kinds are my favorite! Always learning from you.....french wire, think I need to try this now! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours! ~~Lisa

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you Lisa 😊