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Calypso Bracelet Tutorial

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  • Calypso Bracelet- DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
Learn how to make the beautiful Calypso Bracelet using Miyuki seed beads and Potomac Crystal Rondelles in this step-by-step DIY jewelry tutorial by PotomacBeads. In this tutorial, Allie demonstrates how to use a herringbone stitch to create a stunning bracelet with a cup button clasp. Gather your size 10 needle, .006 beading thread, and Miyuki seed beads in sizes 8/0, 11/0, and 15/0, and get creative with your own color combinations.

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Designer's Material List

The Designer's suggested colors and materials for ~7.5-inch (19 cm) wrist:
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelles 3x4mm - Aqua, ~7 Pieces
  • Cup Button - Turquoise, 1 Piece
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Crystal Labrador Full, ~8-10 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Bead 15/0, - Duracoat Galvanized Gold, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Opaque Blue Turquoise, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Montana Gold Luster, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Gold, ~1 Gram

    • Quick Project Steps

    The Calypso Bracelet is a playful looking bracelet that is suitable for casual settings or dressing up an outfit for a night out. Use this design, based on a Herringbone stitch, to make not only bracelets but also necklaces and earrings.
    1. Gather up the Potomac crystal rondelles, cup button and Miyuki seed beads. You will need a size 10 needle and .006 beading thread. Having a thread zap to burn down the lose threads is handy and having a BeadOnIt board will keep you beading more efficiently.
    2. Watch the Calypso Bracelet tutorial to follow along with the step-by-step directions to create the design using the Herringbone stitch.
    3. Make a loop at the end of the project for the cup button using seed beads. Reinforce by threading through the loop again. Bring the thread to the back to tie off and burn down the end.
    Make multiple Calypso bracelets for a fun stack-able look. Or make a matching necklace for a set of jewelry you’ll love to wear out and show off.

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