Swavorski and Pearl Child's Bracelet
I've been told that even the smallest infant will get used to a bracelet or anklet if they begin wearing one early in life...so you might want to try your hand at making this sparkly and sweet design for a newborn to start her days of bling early!
Words of caution when making jewelry for children: NEVER use materials containing lead — I avoid all pewter products unless they specifically state "no lead content"; materials with sharp edges that can potentially dig into soft skin should be avoided; use jump rings or stretchy stringing materials so that if the item gets caught, it will break instead of causing injury.
Usual length of bracelet for infant is 5 1/2"; toddler 6-6 1/2" Materials below are for a 5 1/2" bracelet.
Level: Easy
Materials
4mm Light Rose Swarovski bicones (21)
3mm freshwater pearl beads (21)
3mm sterling silver round beads (2)
Tiny sterling lobster clasp
Oval jump ring
Sterling crimp beads (2)
Beading wire
Cut length of beading wire 7". Attach clasp to beading wire using crimp bead and crimping technique. String one 3mm sterling round bead, then alternate freshwater pearls and Swarovski crystals until all have been strung. Finish with final round bead; attach jump ring to bracelet using crimp bead and trim excess wire.
