Wireweaver: Bangles


	These simple bracelets are my most popular item. The variety available is unlimited, shown is only a sample. Being knit, they're flexible, comfortable, stackable, and so durable many people leave them on all the time, adding to their collection. I can help design just one or nice sets (I wear six). To keep the following information simpler, I need to know 3 things for an order: size/metal/bead or weave. General ordering information is on the order page.


	As there is no clasp, they work on over the hand (knuckle and thumb bone determine size). Tighter is better, so it takes time to maneuver it on around and around. They come off easier, can't break in the process, and will loosen up some with wear. Most women wear medium, unless they have big hands, many can wear small. XSM and XLG are rare for adult women, but great for kids and men. If in doubt about size, ask me, they can be exchanged if unworn. Approximate lengths are: XS 6 3/4" SM 7 1/4" MED 7 3/4" LG 8 1/2" XLG 9 1/8", measure widest part of hand, keep in mind the hand compresses while the bracelet conforms (tighter is better).

These abbreviations are used throughout the web site. Notes refer to how each metal holds up to years of continuous wear in a bangle bracelet.

18KT	18 karat Gold, call for price quote (around $300-$500 per bracelet)
GF	Gold-fill, no color change, skin oils and Ph will wear down gold on inside of bracelet, but it takes many years
SS	Sterling silver, takes on a nice patina inside the weave, top surface stays bright from wear
CP	Bare copper, quickly turns brown like a penny, but does't turn skin dark because it's loose on the wrist
BR	Brass, takes on an olive patina, mixes well with copper, not great in hot humidity
CC	Color-coated copper, much thinner wire, with constant wear the nylon coating starts to wear away, revealing the copper. Coating seems to be fine for people with metal allergies. Two strands are used per bracelet, can double one color or mix two to create a new one. Choose from:
	black tin penny gold ochre	rust nut brown auburn brick	flame shrimp red wine	navy cobalt midnight teal pine	mint emerald olive moss


	Stone beads are used in GF, SS and CP bangles. Most are available in round, some are faceted, disc or heishi cut. Can mix a variety in one bracelet.
	turquoise -blue or green lapis malachite jade tigereye carnelian black onyx hematite citrine peridot	tourmaline labradorite iolite blue topaz rose quartz moonstone amethyst garnet pearl -white, cream -peach, bronze -olive, grey, gold
	Metal beads come in a variety of shapes and sizes that mix well in one bangle, see top photo for samples, choose from copper, brass or silver. Glass beads are used in CC bangles, specify color, round or faceted.

This is where more options come in (and may not apply to your order). I have 5 different weaves to accomodate various gauges of wire, the mixing of metals, stone vs. metal beads (size of hole limits gauge), price options (double stitch takes twice the time, uses twice the wire), and textural variations. These necklaces best show the different weaves, they are priced per inch by metal and weave, for example, a 16" SS B weave is $40, please inquire. Anklets are also available, and can be made in colored-copper. Bangle prices shown are per metal in each weave, without beads, with no price change for sizes (xsm slightly less).

A	single strand, single stitch
B	double strand, single stitch
C	single strand, double stitch
D	double strand, double stitch
E	fatter weave, single or double strand, single stitch