Making bracelet with gems is a fun craft for kids. These can be used as pretty accessories, return gifts for kids’ birthday parties or can be exchanged as friendship bands. They bracelets can be made out of easily available, inexpensive material and require investment only in terms of time and creativity.
Some ideas for making bracelets with gems are given below:
Gemstone and Leather Bracelets
For making these bracelets you need a plain leather bracelet, some big and small gemstones in a variety of colors and shapes and some quality gem glue. The right glue is very important for making this bracelet to prevent the gemstones from popping off. Read and follow the instructions on your glue packet carefully for best results. Select a pattern of gemstones that you wish to create on the bracelet and stick the gems accordingly. Leave the bracelet to dry and it is ready to be worn.
Sparkly Bracelet
This is another variety of gemstone bracelets. You will need:
- Empty cardboard pipe to fit your wrist
- Gem glue
- Colorful gemstones
- Metallic pipe cleaners
- A pair of scissors
Step 1: Begin by making a straight line on one side of the cardboard tube and slit down the cardboard along the line using scissors.
Step 2: Cut the cardboard tube into one inch rings and begin wrapping these rings with the pipe cleaner from one end to the other. Ensure that the end of the pipe cleaner is inside and that the cardboard is fully covered with the pipe cleaner. Fasten it with glue as you progress.
Step 3: Now stick colorful gemstones in your favorite design to adorn your bracelet. Leave the glue to dry and your bracelets are ready to be worn.
You can make a range of such bracelets to match your dresses and add spark to an ordinary day. Read about following Bracelets Crafts:
