Lakeside Bracelet Tutorial

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  • Lakeside Bracelet - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
Create a stunning Lakeside Bracelet with this DIY jewelry-making tutorial by PotomacBeads. Learn how to use Czech Dagger Beads, RounDuo Beads, SuperDuo Beads, Miyuki Seed Beads, Potomac Crystal Rondelle Beads, and Czech Cabochons to craft this beautiful piece. Follow step-by-step instructions to master the beading technique and create your own artistic bracelet.

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Materials Used To make The  Project

Designer's Material List

The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Czech Dagger Beads - White Red Luster 3x11mm, 64 beads
  • RounDuo Beads - White Green Teal Luster, 9 beads
  • SuperDuo Beads - Aztec Gold 2.5x5mm, 32 beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Opaque Dark Cream 11/0, 1 gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Matte Opaque Dusty Orchid 15/0, 1 gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Gold 15/0, 1 gram
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle Beads - Pale Pink Opal 1.5x2mm, 18 beads
  • Czech Cabochons - White Champagne Luster 10mm, 1 piece
  • Claspgarten Infinite Box Push Clasp for Cabochons 10mm | 12mm | 1-Strand | 6 Metals, 1 piece
  • Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all required beads, thread, and clasp. Start with Stop Bead: Thread a stop bead onto about 40 inches of size 8 white dragon thread. Add Initial Beads: Thread one RounDuo bead, a SuperDuo bead, and three dagger beads. Repeat the pattern with an 11/0 seed bead, SuperDuo bead, and RounDuo bead. Continue Pattern: Repeat the bead pattern for the entire length of the bracelet. Adjust length slightly as the bracelet will shrink. Attach Clasp: Add 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads before and after the clasp. Ensure the bracelet is not twisted. Reinforce and Decorate: Reinforce the thread through the beads, adding seed beads and crystals to the sides. Finish Bracelet: Tie off the thread, burn ends, and add final touches to ensure beads lay flat and secure.

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