Sunburst Bracelet
Above is my latest creation, a design based on a Native American pattern that I saw on a moccasin. This time I used copper-plated pewter findings which give the bracelet an interesting “older” feel. I am thinking, however, about ditching the crimping and multi-strand end piece / tube clasp technique because, although the finished product looks really nice, it is really hard to get right and is really, really time consuming. There has to be a better way to do this. Hmm… I found a rigid bracelet frame in the store the other day that I think could be a viable solution. Stay tuned…
In other news, I taught my sister how to bead weave on a loom and she quickly began weaving all sorts of beautiful designs. I think we may have a situation of student surpassing teacher here, Houston. Ha ha. Below the second bracelet she wove using plain white, shiny green and shiny teal delicas:
Gree, Blue and White Aztec Design
P.S. I really miss my scanner so I’m posting these using the old-fashioned method. It may be time to head into town for some new electronics.
I love these 2 bracelets! I like to bead on a loom, too, but don’t do it much because getting the ends to look right after I’m finished is so tedious and time consuming. If you come up with a good idea/solution, please post a tutorial on it.