How To Use Vintage Czech Glass Buttons In Your Jewelry Designs

On Spill the Beads with Joyce Trowbridge, Joyce was in a Just Peachy mood. She used our Just Peachy Bead Mix, our assorted mix of Czech Glass buttons, and Soft Flex Craft Wire to create a gorgeous bracelet. Just Peachy is our celebration of Pantone's 2024 Color of the Year - Peach Fuzz. You can be sure this colorway is going to be in fashion for years to come.

For this bracelet, Joyce created a free form wire design with 18 gauge Craft Wire. This playful design had asymmetrical loops and bends. She then used a 26 gauge wire to attach beads and buttons to the free form template. There is no right or wrong way to create a fun bracelet like this. You can add as many beads and loops to your design as you like. You can make it a large statement piece or a petite bracelet that sparkles. 

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Joyce Trowbridge is the Procurement Specialist and newest Jewelry Making Designer for Soft Flex® Company. She has been obsessed with beads and jewelry making for decades, showing anyone and everyone she meets. When she's not spreading her love of beads you can find her walking in the woods or playing with her granddaughters. Her favorite stones are Amethyst, Opal and Labradorite. Joyce can't bead without spilling her beads. She firmly believes it is part of the process! Contact her at Joyce@SoftFlexCompany.com