Three strands, two stones, a gold chain: all it takes is a braid to bring them together. By combining red jasper, zirconia, and a diamond-link chain, this bracelet plays on contrasting textures and reflections. A refined piece to adapt into a necklace or ankle bracelet, depending on your mood.

For those who like to mix materials and create a unique piece that can be adapted endlessly.

Cut a nylon thread about 30 cm long for a bracelet. Thread on a crimp bead, then the connector. Pass the thread back through the crimp bead and flatten it against the edge of the connector.

Thread the beads onto the thread, tucking the small end into the first beads. Continue until you get the right length. For a 16 cm bracelet, add about 1 cm: the braid will slightly shorten the thread. At the end of stringing, connect the second connector with a crimp bead.

Repeat the same steps to attach a second bead thread. This time, make a temporary knot at the end of the thread — you can braid before finishing the threading. Then connect a chain of the same length as the rows of beads to the connector, using a ring.

Braid the three strands without tightening too much — keep it flexible, that’s what gives the bracelet its elegance. Once the braid is in place, connect the chain to the connector with a ring. Attach the second bead thread with a crimp bead.

Place the clasp and extension chain at the ends. For an even more jewelry-like finish, glue two nacre cabochons onto the connectors.

Perles Corner tip

The braid shortens the thread by about 1 cm. Anticipate this loss by adding an extra centimeter to each strand. And for a airier finish, don’t tighten the braid too much — it’s the flexibility that makes all the difference.

The video tutorial

Adapt your creation

This design works at any length. Simply extend the strands to make a necklace or an ankle bracelet. Here, we paired prehnite and rose quartz for a softer version — it’s up to you to choose the stones that inspire you.

Collier version — Prehnite & rose quartz