Homemade Charm Ring
August 25th, 2006 by MaryBeth
Since I just made my own traditional charm bracelet, I thought I’d make my own charm ring too!
A charm ring is a great way to accentuate a charm bracelet or charm necklace (yes you can make a charm necklace). A charm ring is also quick and easy to make.
Lets get started!
Charm Ring Supplies
You’ll need some supplies before you begin making your charm ring. These include one spool of 18- or 24-gauge wire, needle nose pliers with cutter, small jump rings, assorted charms, beads or buttons and a ring sizer if you want that perfect fit. Although sterling silver wire is preferred for your charm ring, it isn’t necessary.
Directions for Making a Charm Ring
To begin, cut off an 18-inch piece of wire. To shape the charm ring’s base, you can use either your finger or a ring sizer. Wrap the wire around four or five times to create a charm ring band.
- For a thicker charm ring band, use a longer piece of wire.
Next, straighten the end of the extra charm ring wire. Position the raw end of the wire at the top of the charm ring’s base. Wrap the extra wire around the band of the charm ring to cover the raw wire end and pull it tight.
Straighten the remaining wire of the charm ring tail. If you want dangling charms on your charm ring, feed the wire through the small jump ring. Secure it to the top of the charm ring so the jump ring stands upright.*
- Make sure the wire end is wedged between wire layers so you don’t get pricked while wearing your charm ring.
Your almost there! You can already see how pretty your charm ring is going to be!
Finally, add beads or charms to small head pins. Attach the head pins to the jump ring by bending the wire over the jump ring with needle nose pliers. For a wilder charm ring look, add lots of charms. For a cleaner charm ring, use fewer.
There you go girls. You just made your own beautiful, homemade charm ring!
- If you don’t want a charm ring dangle, just feed the wire through a bead, button or charm of your choice.
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