Memory Wire Bracelet tutorial - How to Get Your Patterns Lined Up

[@ocelotcat]

This is such a great tutorial in that you cover the issues of both coil diameter (for the bracelet) as well as the wire gauge requirements to keep the patterns in place. Thank you so much for all the wonderful advice. 💜🙏

[@tehreemismail2071]

Once you get organized,things start to get better. Gorgeous bracelet Thanks for sharing.

[@TRMURRAYNY]

I love large beads, but on the typical stainless steel memory wire, the bracelet would fly off my hand, even when I front and back loaded smaller beads. I did research. Found carbon steel memory wire. Problem solved. I have gotten thicker memory wire in the past. Not easy to find. You've taken the art of designing on memory wire to a whole new level with your research on the thicker wire and your invention. I was in awe, watching you create this bracelet with coil buddy. Heading to Etsy to purchase. I like my randomly designed bracelets, but wow, is it great to see how you can actually design patterns on one!!! Thank you, Luisa!!!!

[@moominpug8742]

I bought Luisa’s Coil Buddy and I cannot say enough about how much easier it is make beautiful bracelets! I now spend much less time trying to get my ideas to work and with zero frustration. I also purchased wire from her so I have the recommended gauge, which is hard to find and really makes a difference. If you like making memory wire bracelets, you should try the Coil Buddy.

[@lizmcfarland4131]

Your invention is amazing! I made one a couple of days ago, and what would have taken me 4-6 hours took *significantly* less time. I LOVE it!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Aw thank you so much Liz! Yes it’s definitely a time saver! 😊❤️🌺🌸

[@Rikki-Chik]

Seriously beautiful! Great color scape. Smart idea of the coil buddy. I just loved this video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Yur very talented.❤🎉❤🎉

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

You're so kind! Thanks for watching. 😊

[@kathiruppe1350]

Stunning bracelet. Thanks for all the tips.

[@susanstancliff2937]

Beautiful! Finding the right gauge is very complicated! You did a lot of work to make your bracelet look so perfect. It’s mostly hit and miss with watching tutorials to find the answers to questions a person has. I just purchased the coil buddy and I’m excited to use it. I’ve never seen any tutorials that explain so much! Thank you! I’ve even been known to zoom in on the package of memory wire that people are using to see the gauge number! Your tutorials are priceless and lucky are the people who find them! It’s obvious how much love goes into your work! ❤️🙏

[@kimbain4368]

Luisa, That's a great tip about running your finger around the memory wire loops to get them untangled -- very helpful, indeed (and will stop me from needing a glass of wine out of frustration. So thanks....I think. (Now I'm going to have to come up with another excuse!)) I was taught that if, after loading on some beads, you hold the whole coil vertical to the work surface, and pull the top end upward, making spaces between the coils (like a circular staircase), the beads will just slide down into place. Very quick and easy. I love this design. So lovely and adaptable to make it one's own. I love tiger's eye beads -- that flash! Oh, and another thing, as to using chips, I used to get frustrated (more wine) because the wire would show between them sometimes, even though it never did when I bought them on the strand. But I saw a video that showed if you just spin the chips around a bit they will nestle down into the next one (saved! from inebriated jewelry making.....hmmm). It may turn out that where you put 5 chips on one side, you may need 6, or whatever on the other, because of said nestling. Thanks for sharing this design. I haven't yet done the experiment as to sizing that we discussed previously (too much wine?), but I'll keep you posted as I expect/hope to sober up soon. Take care!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Kim that’s a great tip about the chips. Yes they are sometimes angled so spinning them until they nestle up to the adjacent bead makes a lot of sense. I love your brain! (Even when it’s had a glass of wine 😊) I always learn something from your posts! I should allow myself a happy hour from time to time but wine makes me sleepy 😴. Yes, holding the memory wire vertically definitely helps keep the loops from tangling. Sometimes I hang a charm to keep it down but it can get tangled if you’re not careful. The most aggravating is when you’ve already slid your beads down and it gets tangled. 😊❤️🌺🌸

[@ritagoodwin4214]

Love your memory wire video with your new invention for making patterns line up it will save a lot of time and frustration.

[@AllShivaPhotography]

Oh MY god !!!! Thank you for this !!! especially talking about the gauges for memory wire

[@dswportland]

So helpful to have the additional info about the wire gauge! Made a bracelet with heavier beads using the coil buddy and was so disappointed in how off-center the design was. I know my wire is lighter gauge, so now I will get the right kind and try again! Thank you so much for doing another video with updated info!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Yes, the weight of your beads and the gauge of your wire will definitely impact your pattern alignment. That’s why I made the video about realigning or retraining your wire. But if you use .8mm thick wire, you won’t have that problem. 😊🌺🌸🌼

[@cmharris2023]

Just ordered the coil buddy and extra size 12 magic rods. This is going to save so much time and keep make it easy to make patterns. Thank you.

[@debbiewatkins5593]

I just ordered the coil buddy package I can t wait !!! Love your videos ...

[@carriesunshine5742]

Your such an amazing person. To do all this research to help everyone is amazing and i thank you for all of us. I would imagine the weight of the bead would factor into the shift. The heavier the bead the more it pulls. Maybe smaller beads would work for the smaller wire.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you Carrie. I’m still trying different things. There’s so much to consider! Even when you use thicker gauge, like I mentioned in the video, the coils have to stack or the patterns won’t line up. I made a bracelet a few weeks ago using 11/0 seed beads and I actually had to “untrain” the wire...meaning I had to stretch the coils out because the beads were to light. lol! Lots of variables to consider but only when designing precise patterns. 😊❤️🌺🌸

[@donnap.leonard5374]

Lovely design. Luv ur coil buddy. One day I'll have the money to purchase it. I just do my memory wire bracelets randomly. U forgot to mention where u purchased the 100 pounds of seed beads. ❤

[@TRMURRAYNY]

P.S. I also ordered memory wire finishing pliers which you were using, I believe. It will change my jewelry creating life as well.

[@dianaortiz3797]

I love your videos and photography. Everything is stunning. I pitched it and it works wonders. Thank you mailing them again😊

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Oh you’re so welcome Diana! ❤️🌺🌸😊

[@StitchesbySharonH]

Thank you for this tutorial/clarification! That’s very helpful to know about the different size gauges of memory wire! Your bracelet turned out beautifully!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you Sharon. Yes, there are so many considerations! 😊❤️🌺🌸

[@adacordova2631]

Thank you, good information I started making memory wire bracelets and I realize that you do need to use thick wire to make adult bracelets with heavy beads .

[@helgama3048]

Dear Luisa! Your guidance is very important, thank you so much 😊! I was also “researching” the thickness of the memory wire out there and found several on Beebeecraft, which ship very quickly, as the are based in the US and as far as I understand, the are the US Pandahall. That’s why they offer free shipping over (I forget) I think 🤔 $48,00. I ordered other beautiful items from them and it got here in no time. FYI

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you Helga! Yes, Beebeecraft is a great source! I’ll try and list their link. Also Budget Bead Box carries.8mm. 😊🌺🌸🌼

[@diannekuykendall2959]

I love the colors on this bracelet … it really is lovely.😊

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you Dianne. 😊🌺🌸🌼

[@donnamcintosh1937]

I watched your video again and I realize I did not ignore the first piece. I am working with three rods so I will count four.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Hi Donna. The number of rods shouldn’t matter but if you’re trying to line up a pattern across multiple rows or rods, you have to make sure your pattern is centered on the center guideline. Also, make sure your memory wire has the correct gauge and the coils sit on top of each other. I’ve received wire that was advertised with the wrong gauge. One way to tell if it’s thick enough is when you try and cut it or loop it. If it loops easily, the gauge is probably too thin. It should be challenging to loop if the gauge is thick enough. Feel free to contact me if you need help. [e-mail]

[@beautybeyond5037]

Here I am again saying thank you! You are a joy.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Aww…thank you 🙂🌺🌼🌸

[@lorenachamberlin1492]

I love how you accent the center with colors. Great idea! I've made about 4 bracelets using Beadalon x-heavy duty diameter - bangle memory wire works great.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Yes, Beadalon definitely has good quality memory wire for sure! 😊❤️🌺🌸

[@yomama8873]

Love it. Would never make memory wire bracelets they drove me nuts coil buddy is the best 🤩🤩💜

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Aw... thank you! I was driving myself nuts before I created Coil Buddy! It gave me back my sanity but I am still researching different things related to it. 😊❤️🌺🌸

[@ellieventrulli264]

Congradulations on a great idea! Get a Patten on it! Love that faceted tiger eye!!

[@helgama3048]

It turned out AMAZING 😉! Congratulations 🎉🍾🎊🎈!!! Love the Coil Buddy!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you so much Helga! I’m so glad you love Coil Buddy! 😊🌺🌸🌼

[@gloriawojo7414]

This video helped me so very much. I was having difficulty with exact alignment. Now I know that there can't be any overlap at the end of the rows. The main problem I am having is that the plastic stoppers are too loose and they won't stay on the rods. How can I remedy this? I thought about maybe using a hair dryer to try to shrink them but I'm concerned this will melt them and the center hole might melt together. Do you have any suggestions? How much are the longer beading wires? Thank you.

[@dalereid6934]

I used my new coil buddy to make a pattern bracelet. It turned out really well. Thank goodness you sent some 0.8 memory wire. All wire in my stash is much too thin.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Oh that’s wonderful Dale! I’m so glad your bracelet turned out well! Yes, it’s important to use .8mm! 😊🌺🌸🌼

[@denisemyers4357]

Great video, it was also my first time watching you. I am now a subscriber, I am also new to Memory Wire. I going to get one of your Coiling Boards, and am going to watch your past videos. 😍

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Oh good Denise. Thank you so much for subscribing! You will love how easy it is to use Coil Buddy and how nice the bracelets come out. 😊🌺🌸🌼

[@carmenramirez2033]

Espectacular 👌. El aprendizaje fue total.Gracias por explicarlo tan detallado.Este video fue didáctico con un resultado de una pulsera bien estructurada. BELLA.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Muchísimas gracias Carmen! Espero que el vídeo te ayude a crear hermosas pulseras! 😊❤️🌺🌸

[@ooohlaa13]

Exquisite and impeccable, and your teaching as well. I love the fine art quality and I love funky gypsy boho style as well. Do you ever use a lot of seed beads, and do you cull them? I noticed your on the top and bottom rows looked quite uniform compared to the ones I have, often they look lopsided next to each other which is ok for boho but not for this style. Yours looked elegant and smooth like they were high quality or culled.

[@donnamcintosh1937]

Hi as a beginner I enjoyed this video so much that I ordered the coil buddy. I am having a problem lining everything up on the finished product. It is perfect on the rod but when I string on the memory wire and I am using 8mm memory wire. It’s not lining up. I am wondering if I am not making the cut on the memory properly when I start. Is there a secret as to how each end piece has to line up.

[@roselinprimrose1637]

So beautiful love the shade

[@melanieholowachuk5880]

Going too get a Cool Buddy this is a great way too make memory wire bracelets! Thank you!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you Melanie! Yes, it definitely makes the job easier! 😊🌺🌸🌼

[@KP-jg5zl]

Good morning. Purchased your bead buddy. Can’t wait to use. Can you please tell me where to find the 20 gauge memory wire. Thanks so much. I’m having trouble. Thanks again, karen

[@lisavogel350]

I love my coil buddy. Thank you Luisa 😘

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

I’m so glad Lisa! I used mine tonight and I love it too! 🙂 I keep asking myself why I didn’t come up with it sooner! 😊

[@cathywade4591]

A wonderful tutorial I love the design .

[@jo-annharvie9411]

Lovely bracelet👏Thank you 💕

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

You’re so welcome! 😊

[@nadineglomboski1852]

I’ve used the bead caps on Mem wire and yes the glue does not hold. If you find a way, I will wait for your next tutorial for the answer. I might have to look into the tool from beadalon.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Yeah...I’ve always been skeptical about using glue on an end that has the potential of getting caught on things. I’ll let you know about the pliers on 1mm. 😊🌼🌺🌸

[@christinarios4438]

You made that look so EASY!! Beautiful!!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Christina...it is super easy! 😊🌺🌸🌼

[@jlnunes51]

The Coil Buddy is great, I have made a few bracelets since I received mine and they came out great. Luckily, I had the 20 gauge (.8mm) memory wire, 300 loops that I purchased on Beebeecraft.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Oh that’s wonderful! I’m so glad you like Coil Buddy! Yes, Beebeecraft is a good source for memory wire. 😊🌼🌺🌸

[@carmencruz6971]

Thank you it's so Beautiful awesome. You make look so easy. Thanks for the information love this video. Beautiful. 😍💞💋🥰

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you Carmen! 🙂🌺🌸🌼

[@janpeterson21]

Stunning!

[@lynneholden6216]

Thank you! I love the design you made it's beautiful!

[@lorenachamberlin1492]

I just purchased tiger eye 12 x 11 hole 1.2. Is that too big for the center? I love the dance routine you go woman. I too love dancing. Guess that is why I love aerobic exercising so much.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you Lorena! You and I are definitely kindred spirits. I am still a group exercise instructor (on hold since COVID). I’ll get back to teaching once it’s safe to do so. Or I may stick to virtual group exercise but that’s an over saturated market and not the same. To answer your question about the tiger eye. No, it’s not too big. I’ve used bigger beads but make sure you use heavier gauge memory wire. 😊❤️🌺🌸

[@sugarmoongarden8710]

Luv ur channel n creation s ❤ thanx for the coil buddy im sure it s going to makes such a difference! Can u plz suggest what size holes for the beads to use on .8 and .9 and 1 mm wire? Like where can i get the larger hole chip beads etc. Thanx a bunch

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you! Luckily most beads have holes that are at least 1mm big. So you shouldn’t have any problems but if the beads are elongated or shaped in a way that doesn’t conform to the curve of memory wire, you may have trouble. I don’t have a favorite place but I use Amazon for Chinese faceted crystals, and Etsy for Czech beads. Of course you can always check out Sam’s bead shop for a large selection of Czech beads.

[@sugarmoongarden8710]

@@MistyMoonDesigns thanx a bunch!

[@jariech87]

Will the coil work for a 6 1/2 in wrist and are there different sizes of memory wire? What a wonderful invention. Congratulations!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Yes Marie. It sounds like you need to search for memory wire with a diameter of 50-55mm...that should fit a smaller wrist size. The Coil Buddy has guidelines for 55mm memory wire but you could measure out smaller lengths if you need a smaller bracelet by marking the Coil Buddy with a marker. The challenge will be in finding memory wire that has a 50mm diameter but in the thicker gauge. I believe Pandahall has 18 gauge memory wire but make sure the holes of your beads are big enough to accommodate the wire. 😊❤️🌸🌺

[@kyracurry1910]

Love this bracelet!!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you Kyra! 🌼🌸🌺🙂

[@mariazamarripa4413]

Omg! That's beautiful!

[@brendaboles3875]

Prettiest memory wire bracelet I’ve ever seen!!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Oh thank you so much Brenda! 😊❤️🌺🌸

[@sherryphilson8602]

Gorgeous!!!

[@nadineglomboski1852]

Beautiful. Lots of tips. Can’t wait to try this.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you Nadine! 😊🌺🌺🌼

[@crystalgarcia1845]

I bought the rods without the chart, I didn't realize you need that to know how many beads to put on each rod. Can I buy the chart separately? If not can you tell me how many inches of beads you put on each rod? Love your bracelets.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Crystal, you don’t need to count beads using the rods. You just need to figure out what length you need and then fill the rod to the specific length. Email me at [e-mail]

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

I know I saw a message from you somewhere but I can’t find it. Did you email me or message me on another platform?

[@TheMzTR]

Tks for sharing this with us 😊

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

My pleasure 😊

[@cucucrafts]

So beautiful!! And well made.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you so much Juana! 😊🌼🌺🌸

[@theshoshl]

Where can I purchase it and how much does it cost

[@patricia.nichols]

Where did you get the design board and rods?

[@debbienay5530]

This is the best video I have ever seen. You would you tell me where to buy everything I will need for this. Do you sell it?

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Hi Debbie. Thank you! I’m glad you liked the video. If you would like Coil Buddy you can find it here: www.etsy.com/listing/856529172/coil-buddy-memory-wire-bracelet-guide 😊🌺🌸🌼

[@janetb1655]

VERY helpful, thank you!

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

You're welcome! 🙂

[@nadineglomboski1852]

The problem with the thicker memory wire is I can’t curl the ends. I’ve seen beadalon mem wire on their site and also in Michael’s

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Oh that’s a great consideration. You’re right! The thicker the wire, the more difficult it would be to loop the end. My next item to research are the memory wire end caps that can be glued. I’m waiting for a shipment so I can test them and let everyone know the results. I’m not a big fan of using glue with metal because metal usually doesn’t have a rough enough surface for glued items to adhere properly but perhaps the inside of the caps have enough grip and with the proper glue or cement, they’ll be durable. I’ll also be receiving 1mm memory wire this week and I can test it with the Beadalon memory wire finishing pliers that I used in the video. 😊❤️🌺🌸

[@milenapimentel4820]

Beautiful bracelets!

[@williejmiles6749]

This is beautiful.

[@nadineglomboski1852]

Luisa, how can I make this into a 3 coil using the metal rods? I never wear 5 coils.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

I usually use one rod per coil. The rods are 9 inches long and can be used for other projects such as necklace segments or for arranging beads with bead caps to estimate how many components you need in a necklace or other type of bracelet. 😊❤️🌺🌸

[@rasheedaali6532]

Where would I go to purchase memory board guide send me site to purchase items thanks

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Rasheeda here’s the link 😊🌺🌸🌼 etsy.me/2ZBFN9l

[@lorenachamberlin1492]

Hi Luisa, it has been a few weeks I haven't seen a video. Last night I watched this video. I looked into cobeadscom to order eye pins in bulk I noticed double ended "eye" on pins how do you use a double sided looped eye pin???

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Now I’m curious because, for the life of me, I can’t figure out what you would do with them other than use them as a dangle extender or some sort of connector. I’ll be researching this one! 😊❤️🌺🌸

[@gigistacey724]

I tried beadalon. They arebso small even when it says large

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Hi Gigi. I just saw your message. Sorry for the late response. I’m not surprised. Did you use a digital caliper to measure it?

[@lindaowens2290]

What is your bead board covered with?

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

It’s not really a “board”. It’s more if a “guide”. It’s heavy card stock mounted on a chip board. The whole kit is hand assembled by me. The most valuable part of the kit are the Magic Rods which are useful for a multitude of design work. I use them quite frequently in my tutorials. 🙂

[@marciarocha7369]

Obrigada por suas preciosas dicas!! Bjss

[@debbienay5530]

Hey its Debbie Nay where do I buy the coil buddy

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Hi Debbie. You can find it at the following link 😊🌺🌸🌼 etsy.me/2ZBFN9l

[@pjellzey52]

Where do I get the coil buddy

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you for your interest in the Coil Buddy! Here’s a direct link: www.etsy.com/listing/856529172/coil-buddy-plus-magic-rods-memory-wire

[@pjellzey52]

Thank you, I have already ordered it. Can't wait for it to arrive so I can get started

[@amber6607]

Oh wow!!!, Your memory wire bracelet is stunning, thank you for taking the time to show us how to make this. I want to buy some of the rods you have for sale, do you also sale memory wire with it? I have to use small, like 2and a 4th round. Thanks again for this.😅👍

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you for the nice comments. I don’t sell memory wire at this time but I may in the future because I’ve had so many requests. 😊❤️🌺🌸

[@StitchesbySharonH]

If you have a beading store near you, they should carry the memory wire you’d need. You can also try a craft store - they may carry the brand name memory wire you need.

[@amber6607]

Thank you, 😊 I will try the craft stores and go from there.

[@amber6607]

@@MistyMoonDesigns okay, thanks, and once again, thank you.

[@NataliMe]

soooo pretty.

[@sylviamedina7625]

Is so beatifull!! Thanks for tell us how to do it!! 😍😍4586😍😍

[@ritasnow455]

Can I buy memory wire from you?

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Hi Rita. You certainly can on my Etsy store. I have limited inventory though. You can find the link in the description section of this video 🙂🌺🌼🌸

[@100acresintasmaniaoffthegr7]

❤it

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you 😊

[@patriciasmith7074]

That bracelet is way too big for you. It needs to be smaller. Your video and the sound is not synchronized.

[@MistyMoonDesigns]

Thank you for the feedback. My bracelets are for my customers but to your point...every bracelet looks big on me because I’m very slender and my wrists measure less than 5 1/2 inches. Please try not to focus on how it looks on me. Instead, try to focus on the method and technique I’m trying to show. Regarding the audio...yeah my phone’s memory is almost completely full and so my video editing apps are having a hard time processing videos. I’m going to have to offload content to fix the problem. Everyone who does video editing knows how challenging that can be. Perhaps I should stop showing my face and just show my hands. It would be much easier on me and less aggravating to the viewer. 😊🌺🌸❤️