Metal Stamped Pearl Bracelet

Recently, as I was going through my bead stash, I came across some large pearls that were part of one of my costumes in Shrek the Musical this past Spring. I thought it would be fun to put them to use and them into a statement bracelet, but I wanted something more unique than just solid pearls all the way around. So, I decided to add a stamped charm reminding me of how I get through the day…

Metal Stamped Pearl Bracelet

Here’s how I created it. If you’re not a metal stamper, don’t worry, you can easily purchase a pre-stamped charm and create something very similar.

Materials:
12mm Pearls
Stringing elastic
Crimp beads
Jump Rings
Metal stamping blank {mine is the Vintaj Natural Brass Oval}
ImpressArt Lowercase Juniper Alphabet
Steel stamping block
Metal stamping hammer
Painters’ tape
ImpressArt Stamp Enamel
Needle nose pliers
Scissors

Metal Stamped Pearl Bracelet

Step 1: String your pearls onto elastic.
Measure your wrist to see how many you need to go about 3/4 of the way around , leaving space for your stamped blank. I used 13 beads for mine.

Step 2: Add a jump ring and crimp tube to each end of your pearl string.
The easiest way to do this is to not cut your elastic until you’ve done this step on one end first. Thread the elastic through a crimp tube, through a jump ring, then back through the crimp tube. Squeeze the tube tightly to secure it. Trim any extra elastic or tuck it into the hole of your first bead to hide it. Then, cut your elastic {making sure to leave enough to create the loop} and repeat on the other end.

Metal Stamped Pearl Bracelet

Step 3: Stamp your blank.
Tape your blank to the metal stamping block. One at a time, position your alphabet stamps and tap firmly with the hammer. I like to start in the center of each word, then work my way out. If you’ve never stamped before, you might want to check out my Beginner Metal Stamping tutorial for full step-by-step photos and instructions. Or, you can skip this step and the next one by purchasing a pre-stamped charm at the craft store or on Etsy.

Step 4: Use ImpressArt Stamp Enamel to color in your letters.
This is one of my favorite new crafting supplies…it’s so much easier to use and turns out so much better than using permanent marker like I used to do. All you do is squeeze the enamel onto the words, let it dry for ten seconds, then wipe off the excess with a paper towel or cloth. The enamel on the surface will be removed, while the enamel down in the stamped impressions will stay put. Hooray!

Metal Stamped Pearl Bracelet

Step 5: Attach the stamped blank to the jump rings on each end of your pearl string.
When you’re working with jump rings, always remember to gently twist the cut ends apart and back together rather than pulling them in opposite directions, which distorts the circle shape.

Metal Stamped Pearl Bracelet

Your bracelet is ready to wear! The best part is that you can totally customize it to say whatever you like. Use your favorite quote, your kids’ names, a Bible verse, or anything else that means something to you. What would yours say?

Metal Stamped Pearl Bracelet

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