Since our bracelets always seem to twist themselves clasp side up, let’s turn that into a positive by creating our own gorgeous focal toggle clasp out of polymer clay and wire. Then it will be beautiful no matter which way it’s facing.

Although the list of tools and supplies is long, none of the processes is complicated. And all the tools are basic to a polymer clay/jewelry making tool kit.

I absolutely adore these Dragon’s Blood Jasper beads, although I have to admit I like them nearly as much for the name as for their appearance! 😀

Save yourself some aggravation and make sure all your chosen beads will fit onto the waxed linen twine before starting the project.

Tools & Materials:

• scrap polymer clay
• Swellegant Metal Coating – Copper
• Swellegant Metal Coating – Brass
• Swellegant Metal Coating – Iron
• Swellegant Metal Coating Patina – Tiffany Green, Rust
• 21 14x10mm rectangle Dragon’s Blood Jasper beads
• assorted 4-6mm antique gold, brass & copper beads and wooden beads, approx. 20 inches
• Waxed Linen Twine, 3 20-inch pieces
• 16 gauge bare copper wire, 2 inches
• rubber stamp such as Sweet Threads Antique for texture
• Acrylic Block
• Acrylic Clay Roller or pasta machine
• Oval Cutter, approx. 2 1/4 x 1 1/2 inches
• Round Cutter, 3/4-inch
• Clay Blade
• Needle Tool
• 1/16 inch drill bit
• Chain Nose Pliers
• Round Nose Pliers
• Wire Cutters
• Chasing Hammer
• Bench Block

Enjoy the video and happy creating!

For complete instructions watch the Dragon’s Blood Jasper Bracelet-Polymer Clay Jewelry Tutorial over at YouTube.

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