Methods and Procedures in Making Fashion Accessory Projects/Products (Bracelet) PDF

Methods and Procedures/Techniques in Making Fashion Accessory Projects/Products. (Bracelet)  Day 1: Bracelet (Synchronous Session)  The English word "bracelet" is derived from the Latin word "brachium" which simply means "arm." Exactly when someone first discovered that tying a...

Methods and Procedures/Techniques in Making Fashion Accessory Projects/Products. (Bracelet)  Day 1: Bracelet (Synchronous Session)  The English word "bracelet" is derived from the Latin word "brachium" which simply means "arm." Exactly when someone first discovered that tying a vine around the wrist made a pretty decoration isn't known, but people have worn bracelets for centuries. Choosing a bracelet really depends on the person who will wear it. If the person has a small or dainty wrist, you will want to make sure that the bracelet does not look too bulky for her wrist. Early Bracelet: The wearing of jewelry for adornment and ritual may have started as far as back as 7,000 years ago. In addition, archeologists have found evidence that people wore bracelet in ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, and China.  Ancient Egypt: By the time of the First Dynasty (2680 B.C.), Egyptians were wearing bracelets made of gold and silver decorated with semiprecious stones. Skilled goldsmiths of the New Kingdom (1558 to 1085 B.C.) crafted inlaid designs made of African gemstones. Mediterranean influences: The ancient Greeks wore cuffs on the upper and lower arm as decoration. Greek soldiers used wide leather and metal cuffs as part of their dress uniform and for protection, a practice later adopted by Roman soldiers.  Asian artistry: Intricate cuffs and bangles carved from jade existed in China as early as 2000 B.C. The ancient Chinese also valued gold bracelets and etched elaborate patterns of nature, animals, and mythical creatures into the gold. Gold bangles were the common bracelet style found in India, too, although strands of colorful metal and glass beads have become popular in modern times. European revival: European women revived bracelets as common fashion accessories in the 17th century. They wore ribbons and thin bangles—often wearing several at a time. Bracelet chains became stylish accessories, especially in the 19th century; the designs linked cameos and medallions decorated with ivory and coral. Charm bracelets with dangling lockets and engraved charms became popular during the Victorian Era.  20th century: During the 20th century, consumers could find bracelets of almost any design imaginable. Bracelets also became more affordable as mass production increased the availability of fashion jewelry. Men started wearing bracelets again, usually choosing gold or sterling silver link chains.  21st century: Several lasting innovations in bracelet design occurred in the last decade. Silver became the most common material for link bracelets, cuffs, and bangles. This trend started in the 20th century when manufacturers mass-produced silver jewelry, which was less expensive than gold but still had the sparkle of a precious metal that buyers loved. Finally, today's young people often wear simple bracelets to support social causes and showcase group identity; their banner can be a colorful rubber band, dangling charm, or even a piece of string. Day 3: Types of Bracelets (Synchronous Session)  TYPES OF BRACELETS 1. Chain. There are many different types of chains, first the metal can vary from different karats of yellow or white gold, platinum, and sterling silver. Next, there are many different varieties of chains; some can have large links, while others are flat and flush to each other and have no openings. A chain bracelet can either be plain or can have a pendent or other decoration on it.  TYPES OF BRACELETS 2. Pearl. Natural pearls are rare, and their price tags forbid many and so, most of the freshwater pearl brooches sold now are made of cultured pearls though one could hardly tell the difference between a good quality cultured pearl and a natural pearl. Cultured pearls come in two primary forms—pearls that are grown in saltwater and those that are cultured in freshwater. Since saltwater cultured pearls are much higher in quality as compared to their freshwater cousins, saltwater cultured pearl jewelry is much more expensive.  TYPES OF BRACELETS 3. Bangle. A bangle bracelet isn’t like any other bracelet. Sometimes they are thin, and sometimes they are thick, but they normally don’t close all the way and they are stiff rather than loose and free moving like a regular bracelet. This type of bracelet is normally “spunkier” and “hip.”  TYPES OF BRACELETS 4. Charm. A charm bracelet is a simple chain that wraps around the wrist, but it has links large enough to attach charms to them. Charms are small decorative pendants made in a variety of shapes, colors, and designs, and they often signify a special event or relationship. They might include jewels, miniature animals, signs such as hearts or stars, tiny photo frames, initials of the wearer and her friends, or special engraved items from loved ones. This type of bracelet can hold charms of all types, representing gifts, friendships, or special occasions.