Creating: Wire Wrap Bracelet Kit
A few weeks ago, I posted about using kids craft kits to spur your creativity and curiosity. I’ve been meaning to post about the last craft kit that I did - a braided silver wire bracelet.
I enjoy creating things and this wasn’t my first venture into making jewelry. It wasn’t even my first venture into wire jewelry - I’ve made wire-wrap rings in the past. But this was the first time that I’ve tried braiding wire.
The Process:
I picked up the kit at my local Hobby Lobby store for about $8. The directions were clearly written and accompanied by photos, making them easy to follow. All together, the project took me about 90 minutes from start to finish. It was considerably easier than I expected it to be.
The Result:
My bracelet did not come out looking like the picture on the box, but I didn’t expect it to. It resembled the picture more than I expected it to, and that pleased me.
What surprised me most:
As I was braiding the wire, I was picturing variations I could do with the basic process. Most of those variations would use remnants from other craft projects, which is good. Actually creating those variations of the bracelet would result in a problem though - one that I’m already quite familiar with - What do I do with the new bracelets? One bracelet - no problem - I gave it to a friend. Multiple bracelets - problem. A good problem, but a problem all the same.
Recommendation:
I wouldn’t recommend this project for young children - it requires a bit more attention than they’re likely to have. I would recommend it for anyone over the age of 12 or so who has an interest or curiosity in jewelry. I would also recommend it to anyone who thinks they can’t do something like make jewelry. In fact, if you look at the picture of the finished product and think it looks too complicated - go out and buy one of the kits. You’ll be surprised how simple it is to make something that looks intricate!.
Pictures of the process are behind the jump if you’re curious.
Step 1: Prepare the pre-cut wires by lining them up.
Step 2: Clamp the wires to hold still for braiding
Step 3: Braid by bending wires according to directions
Step 4: Trim the ends of the braid before wrapping them
Step 5: Wrap the ends and file any rough edges.
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