I have finally got round to making the wrap bracelet using Tila beads ( in a colourway called Blue Iris), based on a design I saw on Jewellery Maker, and tutorials I saw on the internet. It was the first time I have done 'proper' bead weaving and once I got into the rhythm of the thread pattern, it was enjoyable.
The fastening is a button and this one had been lurking in the button box just waiting for this project!
I have also made another memory wire and seed bead bracelet which was an enjoyable way to spend an hour or so. I added the little charms for a bit of extra movement.
I like the way it looks like three individual bracelets. Both bracelets have been admired by my work colleagues. My next projects are some more 6mm gemstone and silver spacer bracelets.
Chris was recently helping a work colleague to clear out a house following a death in the family and there was a mass of sewing equipment. I loved the vibrant colours of these vintage sewing threads - most were on wooden spools. I would have kept them as a colour display, as the threads themselves broke easily, so were not really usable, but I just don't have the space. They have gone to a charity shop that specialises in vintage items. I hope they are enjoyed in their new home - wouldn't they look lovely on a shelf display?
Love your jewellery. The wrap bracelet in particular is very stylish.
ReplyDeleteAren't those colours gorgeous? I rmember those spools...
Thanks, EC. I was pleased with my first foray into bead weaving. The colours are beautiful on the spools and I hope someone buys the lot to display in their sewing room. They would be a constant colour inspiration.
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I have to say, I'm quite in love with your Tila bead bracelet, so pretty xx
ReplyDeleteThanks, Cheryl. It's the beads that make it, I think - I am quite tempted to order some more in other colours...
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Thanks, Sveta. How exciting to have won! I will contact you tonight.
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I love your wrap bracelet, those beads are so pretty. What a shame you didn't have room for those spools, I think you're right, they'd look fabulous as a display.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jo. The beads are really pretty. I think I may need to make another one as they are very easy and light to wear. All my shelves are filled with 'stuff' - no room for displaying things, sadly. Still, I hope someone will like them.
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lovely bracelets! The blue iris is a gorgeous colour. The threads look lovely, but vintage threads are just not useaable.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Wendy. The Tila beads were new to me, so it was a good challenge. I really liked the colour but I think I may look at some of the others as well...
DeleteI did test the threads and kept a couple that were still strong, but the vintage ones were no good for sewing. However, I hope someone will use them as a display. They'd be great in a haberdashery or sewing shop.
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Beautiful colorful bracelets. I love to have them. You have done a good job:)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Weekend-Windup. I really enjoyed making both of the bracelets. They are both very comfortable to wear too.
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