Hello! I’m Brianna, and I blog over at CraftandRepeat.
A little about me: I married my best friend almost 6 years ago.
- 26 or 28 gauge jewelry wire in 1 or more colors
- metal crochet hook size F, G, or H
- flat or needle nose jewelry pliers
- side cutters or fingernail clippers
- jewelry clasp – any of the ones in the picture will work: magnetic tube clasp, toggle clasp, or jump ring with lobster clasp
- ruler
- beads (optional)
Some Tips for Selecting Your Supplies
- Jewelry wire is different from beading wire. You CAN crochet with beading wire, but for this tutorial I am using jewelry wire. Beading wire would require different tools and findings.
- Wire comes in different gauges. The higher the number, the thinner the wire. Sometimes they are represented by diameter instead of gauge. 26 gauge = .4mm and 28 gauge = .3mm.
- Colored wire tends to scratch easily. Use a quality brand. My favorite is Artistic Wire. I only have trouble with the color scratching when I’m pulling and scraping it against metal findings.
- Only use metal crochet hooks with wire. Stainless steel is best, but aluminum is ok too. Never use wood or bamboo hooks.
The Directions Step 1. Cast on (getting the wire started on the hook)
Wrap the long end around the BACK and catch it in the hook as you wrap it forward.
To use larger beads, you start the same way. Cast on and slide one bead up the wire and make a loop. Next make a loop WITHOUT a bead. Continue doing that so every other loop has a bead. To add a second strand of beads right next to that strand, you will do the same thing, but start with a loop without a bead first. This way when they line up, the beads will be staggered and fit snugly next to each other. While adding a second strand, you will only put the crochet hook through the loops without the beads on the first strand and then make the loops without the beads on the second strand unattached. Keep the order of the beads in mind if they are different sizes. You might not want 2 large beads ending up next to each other. Remember, the last bead you string on, will be the first bead you use.
Step 5: Attaching the clasp.
I had fun sharing this tutorial with you. Thank you, Amy, for having me. ~Brianna~
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Marilyn Clark says
Thanks for the introduction, awesome tutorial, and amazing giveaway!
craftandrepeat says
Thank you for reading! 🙂
Brianna
Camp Cedar Crest Girls says
That looks easy for the first row. The second looks a little more difficult. Gonna try it though!
craftandrepeat says
Let me know how it goes. The second row really isn’t that hard. You’re just pulling the wire through one loop instead of two. If you have questions feel free to email me at [email protected]. I’m happy to help. 🙂
Thanks!
Brianna
craftandrepeat says
Oops, I meant two loops instead of one. Still trying to find my brain today! 😉
Cass says
Clearest wire crochet tutorial I’ve seen. Great job.
craftandrepeat says
Thank you!! Loved reading your comment!
Have a great weekend.
Brianna
Sarah says
I absolutely love this bracelet, but it looks so challenging to me!
craftandrepeat says
Thank you!! If you decide to give it a go, feel free to email me with questions at [email protected] 🙂
Brianna
Sara Howe says
Great job! I don’t have the patients to sit and do that sort of stuff, but I love the look of it!!! Sara @ http://sarahowe.blogspot.com
craftandrepeat says
Thanks so much! It’s not that hard. I promise! 😉
Have a happy day!
Brianna
lesleyana says
this is awesome! i am currently trying to teach myself to crochet AND i started a jewelry/accessory business late last year so this is perfect to try. thanks!
craftandrepeat says
That is wonderful! I would love to know how it goes for you! Good luck with your new business! 🙂
Brianna
Lorie Hagedorn says
Great tutorial! I might actually be able to try this!
Lorie Hagedorn says
Great tutorial! I might actually be able to try this!
craftandrepeat says
Thank you! Thanks for taking the time to read it. I’d love to know how it goes if you try.
HUGS
Brianna
Amy Bateman says
I’ve toyed with the idea of wire crochet, but I’ve never looked for a good tutorial. This one makes me think I could grasp the idea. Thanks for sharing!
craftandrepeat says
That means a lot to me. Thanks! I always try to over-inform in my tutorials, but if you have questions, you can always email me at [email protected].
Have a great weekend.
Brianna
Ellen says
Very cute and I have tried it with bigger beads…I love the smaller ones too!
craftandrepeat says
Thanks. I’ve always made it with the bigger beads too, but I decided to experiment a little this time. I like the smaller ones too! 🙂
Brianna
Michelle says
That looks SO cool! My daughter and I are going to make some next week. Gotta love summer break. 😉
craftandrepeat says
That’s great! I would love to know how they turn out! Anything to fill the extra time during summer break 😉
Thanks for your comment!
Brianna
Bernadette Callahan Powell says
Those are very cute! I just started knitting and crocheting so might have to give this a shot. GOOD LUCK everyone!
craftandrepeat says
Thank you. Wire crochet is how I first learned to crochet – minus finger crocheting as a kid. So you’ve got a head start by already knowing the basics! Have fun!
Brianna
Dawn Woolf says
Hey Brianna! This bracelet is adorable! I am not good with making jewelry but you make this look so easy. I think I will have to try!
Thanks for sharing!
craftandrepeat says
Thanks Dawn! I’m happy to learn I’ve inspired you. Let me know if you have any questions. [email protected] 🙂
Brianna
Photo Hunter says
Brianna, as an amateur photographer I am impressed with your photos. Your close-up shots are very crisp and clean. There is no background item fighting for the spotlight or background discord that blurs your objects. The details are easily seen. For a person following your descriptions, the photos supplement the tutorial wonderfully. Great job! ft
craftandrepeat says
Replied to you below… forget to click the reply button under your comment 🙂
craftandrepeat says
Thank you! I still have a lot to learn about photography. I just got a new camera too, so I’m still learning how to use that. The macro setting helps a lot, as well as using a Gorillapod. I can’t take pictures as well as you, though! Thanks, M! 🙂
Brianna
Just Another Day says
Thank you for the great tutorial.
craftandrepeat says
Thank YOU for reading! 🙂
Brianna
Crystal says
I love the bracelet! So cute!! Thank you for the great tutorial and great giveaway!!
craftandrepeat says
Thank you so much 🙂 Good luck!
Brianna
Niki says
I have been trying wire crocheting for a couple of weeks now! These were some great pointers and ideas!
craftandrepeat says
Thank you and thanks for taking the time to read it!
Brianna
penny says
Thanks so much for the opportunity to throw my hat in the ring for this awesome prize. I have so been wanting to learn how to crochet with wire and make jewelry at the same time…. love the post. It was so very clear and concise that I believe I can follow… Hope your 4th celebration was excellent.
craftandrepeat says
Thank you so much for your kind comment! Good luck! Just a few minutes until we have a winner!
Brianna
CocoFlower says
Very nice ! Lovely DIY ♥ ❤