There are so many stone settings for crystals in many shapes like teardrops, squares, navette, round, oval, and many more that you can use to make a variety of bracelets like these and many more.
The most basic length for a bracelet would be 14cm, that is a good size that will fit most hands. Finishing the bracelet by connecting a clasp on one side and about 5cm extension chain on the other side and you get about 20cm long, that is adjustable to most sizes.
Stone settings with loops are a really good basic element that you can play with, and make so many different jewelry items, in many looks that would also be in different prices.
1. You can make a classic 14cm long bracelet that is made by the same stone setting simply connected to one another.
2. Even when you are using the same stone setting, you can connect them in opposite directions to make it look a bit more interesting.
3. Making a bracelet with a centerpiece that is made with four or five stone settings and connected to a leather cord or a metal chain on either side, would make a delicate and low priced item.
4. Taking two sizes of the same shape stone settings, plated with two metal plating’s would make a look that is classic and graceful.
5. A mix of different shapes of stone settings in about the same size can make a nice bracelet with a twist.
6. You can take a few stone settings with one top loop and hang them on a large metal chain, so they would nicely sparkle when they move.
7. Choosing three kinds of stone settings, and connecting them together to make patterns that are simple to make, but it still looks impressive.
8. A delicate metal chain with five or six stone settings that are connected in-between is a classic and timeless bracelet style that you can make.
9. These bracelets does not necessarily need to be delicate, as you can connect these stone settings to a wide chain, and make a beautiful metal and crystal bracelet.
10. Stone settings with two loops on their sides are perfect for playing with different sizes of jump rings to making a decorated kind of bracelet.
With the same designing ideas, ofcorse, you can also make long necklaces, centerpieces, and more.
Have fun creating new items every day!
GITA team.