I haven’t done a lot of crafting with wire before, but lately I’ve got a lot of projects on my to-do list that involve wire. This wire bow bracelet was a great place to start. Easy process with a sleek, stylish result.

Keep reading to see how to make it…

Photography by Liz Stanley. Assisted by Jordan Wise

Supplies: Thin steel wire (mine was .73 mm), wire pliers, wire cutters, pencil

Step 1: Cut a piece of wire about 13 inches long

Step 2: Wrap one end around a pencil. Do the same to the other end. Be sure to leave a tail for the end of the bow

Step 3: Bring the two ends together and twist one loop over another (see below)

Step 4: Make a small loop and hook on the back

Step 5: Trim the ends if needed