How to Repair Pandora Charms Bracelets

Charm bracelets are a lovely way to wear tangible reminders of special events or tokens of affection. What makes Pandora bracelets special is their incredible variety.
Pandora’s designs are more sophisticated than common chain-style charm bracelets. The Pandora system uses a three-part threaded bracelet with beads and charms that slide securely into place. Clip beads that fit over the junctures between the bracelet’s segments are decorative as well as practical.

Types of Pandora Bracelets

Pandora produces three types of bracelets: the classic metal threaded bracelet, leather jewelry, and fabric bracelets. The metal bracelets come in gold or silver and have hundreds of jeweled, enameled, and engraved beads to match.

When worn regularly, or during strenuous activities, beaded bracelets can snap or break. This is especially true of cheaper jewelry. If you haven’t made a significant investment in a piece of jewelry, it is probably not worth the cost of having it repaired professionally. But before you toss your broken bracelet into the trash, gather up the pieces and try some of these tips and techniques for repairing it yourself. With a few simple craft supplies you might be able to put your beaded bracelet back together easily.

Glass	Pandora uses Murano glass beads in a rainbow of colors, patterns, and styles to give each bracelet its own character.
Gold	Gold beads and charms come in dozens of shapes and styles to suit any occasion. Pandora beads use 14K gold for durability.
Silver	Like their gold counterparts, sterling silver beads and charms come in a wide assortment of shapes and themes. Most of the company’s threaded beads also have silver fittings.
Enamel	Enamel adds color to plain metal charms and beads.
Wood	Pandora’s wooden beads are well suited to leather bracelets for casual wear.

Recommended Maintenance for Pandora Beads

Murano glass beads resist chipping and cracking under normal conditions; however, glass can fracture if dropped or hit against a hard surface. Enamel is tougher than glass, but it is also possible to chip it with enough force, so wearers should be careful. Wooden beads should never be allowed to soak in water or jewelry cleaner.

Repairing a Pandora Bracelet at Home

With the right tools, it is possible to make simple repairs to Pandora jewelry at home, but doing so could void any warranty on the product. The company offers a warranty on newly purchased bracelets, but used Pandora bracelets are not under warranty. Using beads and charms that come from other manufacturers can damage the threads; affixing them to a Pandora bracelet will also void any warranty remaining on the jewelry.
Dangling charms occasionally get caught on objects, bending their bails and loosening them. A pair of tweezers and a little effort is usually all they need to be secured again. Minor scratches on wooden beads are normal with everyday wear and can be buffed to a high shine again with furniture polish. To replace a broken clasp, one can remove a bead that has become crimped onto the bracelet. It may be a good idea to take the bracelet to a professional jeweler for major repairs.

Finding Pandora Bracelets on eBay

From the Jewelry & Watches portal on eBay, shoppers can navigate to theFashion Jewelry department and look for the Charms & Charm Bracelets section. Once there, shoppers can narrow the choices by material, theme, condition, and other options.

Conclusion

The Pandora system lets wearers create beautiful new styles effortlessly with a variety of unique beads and charms paired with classic metal or leather bands. To keep a Pandora bracelet and charm collection in good shape, it’s important to provide proper maintenance and perform small repairs when possible. Major fixes should be left to the professionals.

 

Instructions

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     As soon as the bracelet breaks, make sure you haven’t lost any of its parts. Save all the pieces in a sealed zip-top bag. Store the bag in a safe place until you are ready to repair the bracelet.

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     Examine the broken bracelet to determine which part needs to be replaced. If the string snapped, you will need new elastic or wire. If the clasp broke, the clasp might be the only part you will need to replace. If beads fell off, examine the pieces you saved to determine whether any beads or charms are missing.

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  Purchase replacement pieces for the parts of the bracelet that are broken. A craft-supply store should have a selection of jewelry wires and elastics as well as clasps and other fasteners. If you are missing beads, don’t try to find an exact match, as this can be nearly impossible. Instead, look for contrasting beads that you can work into the design of the bracelet to make up for those that are missing. Take a sample bead with you to make sure you purchase the correct size.

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  Restring your beads onto the new wire or elastic if the previous piece snapped. Experiment with different designs and patterns if you would like to give your bracelet a new look. Now is the perfect time to freshen the piece up a bit.

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  Attach the clasp or fastener pieces to either end of the bracelet. If you are working with wire, bend the wire around into a circular shape with pliers and hang the fastener on this. If you are working with elastic, double-knot the elastic around the fastener and thread the tail of the elastic back through the first few beads on either end of the bracelet.