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Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #A3ZL-J4K9 DIY Crystal Glue Pen1 #G4A8-X2FJ Flat Back Rhinestones ss34 (7.27mm) - Crystal AB (72pcs)1 #9JF7-MPH8 The Beadsmith Solid Brass Flat Cuff Bracelet Base 19mm (0.75 Inch) Wide (1 Piece)Tools 1 #65-812 Crystal FX Pickup Artist (Each) OR 1 #65-811 Jewel Setter (pack)Designer Tips For this design, you will be using the Crystal Glue Pen to add flatback rhinestones to a brass cuff …

Created by: Cindy Morris Designer TipsClose the hoop. Lash the rhinestone chain onto the hoop using Artistic Wire, wrapping around the hoop twice between each link of chain.Start and end the chain over the opening of the (now closed) hoop. Trim ends when done.The last link on each end will not lie quite flat, so tie the lark’s head knot over this spot to hide them.Make sure your cord lengths are equal before attaching cord ends and clasp.Free Technique Sheets & How-TosBasic Jewelry-Maki …

Designer TipsGently squeeze the prongs on the rhinestone chain ends to prevent chipping.Attach 5mm jump ring to one end. (See Jewelry-Making Basics for best way to open and close jump rings.)Use smaller jump ring to attach chain end to clasp at other end.Customize in brass or silver too!Free Technique Sheets & How-TosBasic Jewelry-Making Technique Sheet (PDF)Suggested Supplies1 pkg of 10 [use 2] #46-339-30-9 Chain End, for #46-349-30 (Black Gunmetal)1 meter [use 7.25"] #46-349-30-042-9 Gunme …