topic Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet? in Jewelry

What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

depglass — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 14:18:26 GMT

I knew they bothered me from a previous purchase but I went ahead and bought another one recently. There they are, hitting against my arm with every movement. Such a small thing but I just can't get used to it. Any solutions besides taping them to your arm?

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

Shanus — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 14:25:32 GMT

@depglass Can you manage to size it so you can slip it over your hand even if a little loose? If so, you can tie the ends that are hanging loose into a double knot which will take up some slack. If you're sure about the size, you could add some clear glue around the knot to keep it secure.

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

Desertdi — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 14:55:35 GMT

Can you do "repairs"? Just put on a regular clasp...

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

patbz — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 15:28:43 GMT

Send it back; it'll continue to drive you nuts!

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

Lali1 — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 15:33:50 GMT

My husband brough me a beaded and braided bracelet back from China when he went a few years ago. I love it but hardly wear it because it has those dangling adjustable parts. I feel like it would get germs on it if I wear it much. I see people wearing them often and always cringe a little.

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

jackthebear — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 15:59:20 GMT

@patbz wrote:
Send it back; it'll continue to drive you nuts!

this

I have a cute DMQ evil eye that I just can wear

it's a cheap way to do a bracelt

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

software — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 16:18:09 GMT

I have 2

one is a very pretty sterling bracelet. I got the little ball at the end caught in the copier machine once. I'm retired now but I almost never wear it

The other is on a macrame type cord, it's not as annoying

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

Kachina624 — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 17:13:18 GMT

Knowing from experience that they're highly annoying, I don't buy them to begin with. Why would you?

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

Kachina624 — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 17:15:59 GMT

@Desertdi wrote:
Can you do "repairs"? Just put on a regular clasp...

@Desertdi. Probably not a job for an amateur as it would involve soldering.

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

Desertdi — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 17:38:17 GMT

@Kachina624 wrote:
@Desertdi wrote:
Can you do "repairs"? Just put on a regular clasp...
@Desertdi. Probably not a job for an amateur as it would involve soldering.

@Kachina624 Aha! Can't help myself.......I had my own "junior" workshop in the basement.......next to dad's...... I'm retired, tho. di

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

faeriemoon — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 17:43:08 GMT

I have a couple of bracelets with the "strings" and agree they are annoying. I don't wear them often but when I do I wear them on my non-dominant arm (left) so they are less likely to interfere with something I'm doing. I too try to wear them as loosely as I can stand to minimize the amount of dangle.

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

Kachina624 — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 21:54:20 GMT

@Desertdi. My sister and I both became divorced homeowners. We long ago decided we should have been in the garage with dad instead of in the kitchen with mom. I do have an enviable tool collection that I've bought and inherited.

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

AngelPuppy1 — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 11:54:14 GMT

No suggestions - sorry! You could take them to a jeweler and see if they have any suggestions as to how to adjust them, but it might be more than the bracelets are worth. I really like this type of bracelet and find them very comfortable. I like that there are no trickly fasteners to mess with.

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

depglass — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 14:34:39 GMT

It was only $10.00 from LC, a stainless with garnets. Not much of a gamble, but still a disappointment.

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

KJV — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 20:11:12 GMT

I absolutely detest adjustable bracelets and won't consider buying them no matter how pretty. If you've taken the plunge anyhow then you may want to try wrapping/tucking the extra length around your arm and the main body of the bracelet sp it won't dangle.

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

luvmyteddy4 — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 20:39:44 GMT

I see they are very popular and good prices but I'm not sure the clasp stays where you put it. I have seen comments on reviews.

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

GinaV24 — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 16:07:48 GMT

I haven't bought any of that style because I know it would annoy me to wear it. I don't have a solution for you other than suggesting trying to tuck the dangling ends in under the bracelet part.

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

Kalli — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 19:21:00 GMT

The problem mentioned with these bracelets is why I never bought one. I knew I’d never wear them because they’d drive me nuts. It’s weird but as I’ve gotten older, small silly stuff aggravates me. When I was younger I’d put up with anything to wear stuff that was fashionable. Now, if it’s not comfy, I don’t wear it.

I think it has something to do with post-meno. At least that’s the explanation I’m going with. 😆

Re: What to do with the "strings" on a bolo bracelet?

SilleeMee — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 03:34:46 GMT

I ended up taking some scotch tape and taping the ends to one side of my bracelet...LOL!