Heavy Metal Bracelet Tutorial

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  • Heavy Metal Bracelet - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
Ready to learn a new twist on the classic Herringbone Stitch? The Heavy Metal Bracelet is a dazzling way to weave together an assortment of CzechMates Beads. Grab your materials and come bead with Allie from PotomacBeads!
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Materials Used To make The  Project

Designer's Material List

The Designer’s suggested colors and materials for ~7.5-inch (19 cm) wrist:
  • 2 hole Bar - Silver, ~ 6 Grams
  • 2 Hole Diamond - Bronze, ~ 5 Grams
  • 2 Hole Lentil - Brass Gold,~ 11 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Bead - Duracoat Galvanized Gold 15/0,~1 Gram
  • Cup Button - Bronze, 2 Buttons
  • Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Cut approximately 5 feet of beading thread and thread a size 10 or 12 needle. Attach a stop bead to one end.
    Start the Bracelet: String on a sequence of CzechMates beads and Miyuki Seed Beads as per the tutorial's guidance, starting the foundation of the Herringbone Stitch.
    Build the Bracelet: Follow the Herringbone Stitch technique, adding rows of beads, ensuring to maintain proper tension and alignment.
    Add Decorative Edges: Incorporate Miyuki Seed Beads along the edges of the bracelet for a decorative touch.
    Finish with Clasps: Secure the bracelet with bronze cup buttons, creating loops for closure.
    Final Touches: Weave in the thread ends and trim any excess to complete the bracelet.

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