16. Sculptural Brass Tube & Turquoise Gemstone Bead Bar
What This Idea Means
Modern geometry meets Southwestern flair. This sleek design centers a long curved brass tube bead flanked by vibrant turquoise round beads on a fine gold curb chain, forming a structured bar bracelet with a bold pop of color.
How to Make It
- Prepare Curved Tube: Select a 1.5-inch curved brass tube bead (noodle bead).
- Thread Core Wire: Cut a 4-inch piece of 22-gauge brass craft wire. Thread the curved brass tube onto the center of the wire.
- Add Turquoise Accents: Thread two 6mm natural turquoise round beads onto the wire on each side of the brass tube.
- Create End Loops: Form wire-wrapped loops at both outer ends of the wire assembly, trimming excess wire flush.
- Attach Side Chains: Cut two 2.5-inch pieces of gold curb chain. Connect one chain piece to each side loop of the turquoise/brass bar. Fasten a lobster clasp to the open chain ends.
Tips & Variations
- Tip: Gently curve the brass tube along the natural arc of your wrist before wiring so it sits flush against the skin.
- Variation: Replace turquoise with red coral beads or black onyx beads for a bold color twist.
What You Need
- 1.5-inch curved brass tube noodle bead
- 6mm natural turquoise round beads
- 22-gauge brass craft wire
- Fine gold curb chain & lobster clasp
- Round-nose, flat-nose, & wire-cutting pliers