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Watch Bracelet

  • Completed Project: Watch Bracelet Picture #1

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  1. Step 1

    Step 1

    For this you will need a watch. You can use an old watch by taking off the strap or you can buy the individual watch on it's own. Attach two large jump rings through either side of the watch.

  2. Step 2

    Step 2

    Cut a length of jewellery thread long enough to fit around your wrist 3 times. Slip a jewellery clasp in to the middle of the thread.


  3. Step 3

    Step 3

    Slip a large bead over both tails.

  4. Step 4

    Step 4

    Slip a thin long bead on either tail.


  5. Step 5

    Step 5

    Slip a round bead on either tail.

  6. Step 6

    Step 6

    Slip another long thin bead on either tail.

  7. Step 7

    Step 7

    Slip another large bead over both tails.

  8. Step 8

    Step 8

    Continue this bead pattern until you have a bracelet long enough to fit your wrist. Slip a jewellery clasp on the end and knot the thread. Clip either end of the bracelet, the clasps, on to the jump rings of the watch.

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jamie

Nov 23, 2006 4:08am ago

what a cute idea!! i love it!!

Sheila

Jun 14, 2007 2:01pm ago

THIS IS SO ADORABLE< NOW I AM NOT SO WORRIED ABOUT HOW TO START MY OWN PATTERN FOR A WATCH BAND> THANKS SO MUCH!!!

Courtney Couture

Courtney Couture

November 1st, 2007 18:43

I've ALWAYS wanted one of these! YAY!

Renee& Jacob

Renee& Jacob

November 28th, 2007 00:22

Thats a cute idea

mamachka

mamachka

October 4th, 2008 15:20

This is SO perfect for my Nana's old watch that I have had for years. It has a decrepit black leather strap that is all disintegrated! Thank you Cat!