How to make beads bracelets with double strand magnetic clasps:

Why Magnetic Clasps are the Perfect Component for Your Leather and Beaded Jewellery Designs

Magnetic clasps have revolutionized how designers and hobbyists finish their creations, transforming the simple act of fastening a piece of jewellery into a seamless, elegant experience. They are, quite simply, the perfect component to elevate your leather and beaded jewellery, offering an unparalleled blend of convenience, security, and sophisticated design. The key to their popularity lies in their ease of use, making them ideal for all wearers, particularly those who struggle with traditional lobster or toggle closures.

For multi-strand designs, the utility of a magnetic clasp is even more pronounced. Double Strand magnetic clasps are specifically engineered in a style that can instantly give our bracelets or necklaces a beautifully layered look without the bulk of multiple closures. These clasps feature two distinct loops which facilitate a safe and secure double layered bracelet or necklace. If you are looking for an even safer and more elaborate clasp for your complex jewellery design, you can always opt for double or multi-layered magnetic clasps with specialized locking mechanisms, ensuring that even under slight tension, the clasp remains firmly secured.

The Superiority of Magnetic Clasps in Jewellery Making

The main reason top designers and manufacturers, including Sun Enterprises, champion magnetic clasps is their professional finish and user experience. When seamlessly integrated, a magnetic clasp provides a smooth, continuous line, often appearing as a deliberate metal finding rather than just a fastener. Furthermore, for creations involving leather—which naturally carries a certain weight and structure—the secure, often tubular design of a magnetic clasp provides the perfect end cap, ensuring the leather cord is held firmly in place with specialized jewellery adhesive. When working with beading wire, as demonstrated in the guide below, the magnetic clasp offers a strong foundation for crimping and securing the strands.

Let's Begin: A Step-by-Step Guide to a Double Strand Beaded Bracelet

This project demonstrates the efficiency and visual appeal of using a double strand magnetic clasp to create a sophisticated, layered beaded bracelet.

To begin with bracelet making, we need to gather all the required materials, all of which are readily available from Sun Enterprises.

- 18 Cube and 16 Round Beads of your choice: Varying shapes add texture and interest.

- 4 Crimping Beads: Essential for securely attaching the wire to the clasp.

- 1 Double Strand Magnetic Clasps: The star component that binds the piece.

- Long Nose and Round Nose Pliers: Tools for crimping and wire manipulation.

- Scissor or Cutter: For cleanly cutting the beading wire.

- Beading Wire: A flexible, durable wire suitable for the weight of your chosen beads.

Our collection of bracelets (small fraction)

Step 1: Wire Preparation and Measurement

First, you need to cut out two equal sizes of wire, as we are going to make a double strand bracelet (per the measurement of your wrist). Hold the wire around your wrist to determine the circumference. Crucially, keep in mind that we are going to use a magnetic clasp in this bracelet; therefore, it is always advisable to keep an extra length of wire—at least one inch—on each side. This extra length accommodates the crimping process and ensures you do not face any issue of shortage of wire while attaching the clasps, allowing for the precise tensioning of the beads.

Step 2: Attaching the First Clasp Side

Next, start connecting the wire to one part of the magnetic clasp. Take the end of one wire and thread it through a crimping bead. Then, pass the end of the wire through one of the loops of the double strand clasp. Now, thread the wire back through the crimping bead, pulling the loop tight against the clasp. Then, with the help of your long nose pliers, crimp the crimping bead firmly and securely. This locks the wire to the clasp loop. Cut the extra wire close to the crimping bead and gently secure it tightly by pushing the crimp against the loop with the pliers.

Step 3: Stringing the Beads

In this step, we enter the creative phase: stringing the beads. Take the long end of the wire that is now secured to the clasp and start stringing the beads one by one. You can follow a specific pattern, just like a series of one cube bead and then one round bead, or you can be fully creative with the pattern you want it to be. The choice of beads, their colors, and their sequence are what will truly define the uniqueness of your bracelet. Push all strung beads tightly down toward the secured clasp to prevent gaps.

Step 4: Securing the Second Clasp Side

Once you have completed the stringing of the beads, you will need to attach the end part of the string to the other half of the magnetic clasp. Thread the wire through a second crimping bead. Pass the wire through the corresponding loop of the clasp half and then thread the wire back through the crimping bead. Now, using your long nose pliers, pull the wire as tight as possible—you want the beads to fit snugly around your wrist without leaving a gap in between the beads and the clasp. Once the tension is perfect, firmly secure the wire by pressing the crimping bead with the long nose pliers. Cut the extra wire close to the crimp. Make sure to adjust the wire so that it is not visible near the clasp, creating a neat, professional joining portion.

Step 5: Completing the Second Strand

Now, take your second piece of cut wire and, by following the identical methods described in Step 2, Step 3, and Step 4, you are going to fasten the next thread of beads to the other, unoccupied loop of this magnetic clasp. This careful repetition ensures both strands are perfectly balanced and sized.

With this final step, you have completed creating the entire new double layered beaded bracelet with magnetic clasps from scratch. Hope it was fun and that you now appreciate the efficiency and beauty of a quality magnetic closure!

If you have enjoyed reading this blog and found this guide helpful, please visit our website www.sunenterprises.eu and grab all the high-quality materials required for this project to be creative.

Sun Enterprises is recognized as the biggest and best manufacturer of leather, steel clasps, and jewellery components. We can offer you many types of magnetic clasps in all sizes, colors, and styles. Whether the magnetic clasp has to be in premium stainless steel, brilliant gold-plated, or elegant rosé gold, we can customize everything based on your personal needs and wishes. The same dedication to quality applies to our extensive collection of leather cords. From sleek flat leather cords to round braided cords, we offer a large collection in many different colors and sizes to perfectly complement your beaded or leather creations.

For larger production needs, we can also finish bracelets completely for you as well, providing a seamless manufacturing service. We also help you brand the products with customized logo plates as needed.

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