I found this GREAT tutorial on
Craftster. Very handy since I've been making some purses that are much cuter with beads to match:D I looked around for some suitable(cheap)wire, and found some at Walmart in the hardware department...check it out...100 feet of galvanized wire for less than $4. Make sure your beads will fit over it; the pony beads work great, so use beads with a similar sized hole. If you don't already have pony beads, you can buy some at Walmart for $2. I buy them at yard sales when I see them. If you have some strung bead Christmas garland, those work well,too.
So gather your things:
wire-make sure it's strong enough for your purse handles
beads that fit over the wire
vise grips
pliers
Mine are still not perfect, but I'll keep practicing!
These work great for the book purses I've been making!
These particular handles were purchased at a thrift store, but you can see how yours will look when they're done! Just follow instructions for the beaded wire handles at Craftster and save a lot of money:D
Go make something!
I love this! I once paid a pretty penny for a purse with a beaded handle at a trunk show -- now I can make my own!
ReplyDeleteOh, how cute! Now that is a real pocket Book. LOL!
ReplyDeleteOh, just too creative & ambitious!
ReplyDeleteLove how you ended with, "Go make something!" Think I will!
Kari
oh, thanks ya'll! i'm glad you liked it..i know it sure came in handy for me!
ReplyDeleteI think they look perfect!
ReplyDeleteWas wondering where you got the gold clasps, im not sure what they are exactly called, but that connect the handle to the purse. you can email me back at littlegurtycreations@yahoo.com
ReplyDeletegreat creations! happy crafting:)
Please tell me what gauge wire you recommend for the beaded purse handles. Anyone can tell me what they like the best. Thank you.
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