How many beads to make a bracelet

How many beads to make a bracelet

The number of beads you need to make a bracelet depends on a few things:

Wrist Size

  • Average wrist sizes:

    • Women: 16.5–18 cm

    • Men: 19–21.5 cm

    • Children: 12.5–15 cm

Bead Size

Beads are typically measured in millimetres. Here’s a rough guide for how many beads per centimetre:

Bead Size

Wrist 15cm

Wrist 17cm

Wrist 19cm

4mm

~ 38

~ 43

~ 48

6mm

~ 25

~ 28

~ 32

8mm

~19

~ 21

~ 24

10mm

~ 15

~ 17

~19

Other considerations

  • If you are using a clasp, remember that the clasp will add to the final length and don’t forget to include the length of the jump rings too.

  • Callots and a clasp generally add about 2cm to the finished length so you may require fewer beads

  • Also, remember to take into account the additional length any spacers or charms may add.

  • The threading material should also be considered. An elasticated bracelet may need more beads than a bracelet with a clasp due to it not needing a clasp.

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