Super Silky Bracelet Tutorial

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  • Super Silky Bracelet (Tutorial)
In this video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company, Allie Buchman teaches you how to make her "Super Silky" bracelet design. Find a list of materials here in the description.
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Materials Used To make The  Project

Designer's Material List

The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Mini Silky Beads (5mm)
  • Regular Silky Beads (6mm)
  • Super8 Beads
  • 15/0 or 11/0 Demi Round Beads
  • 11/0 Seed Beads
  • Cup Button for Clasp
  • Wildfire Beading Thread (0.006)
  • Size 12 Beading Needles
  • Needle Nose Pliers or Flat Nose Pliers
  • Bead Mat or Work Surface
  • Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all beads and cut approximately 5 feet of thread, attaching a needle to each end.
    Start with Button Clasp: Add the cup button to the thread, followed by Super8 beads and seed beads for decoration.
    Begin Beadwork: Alternate between Mini Silky and Regular Silky beads, adding Super8 and seed beads in between for structure.
    Main Pattern: Follow the specific pattern of adding Demi Round and seed beads around the Silky beads, ensuring the bump side is up for texture.
    Finishing Length: Continue the pattern until you reach the desired bracelet length.
    Closing the Bracelet: Create a loop with seed beads for the button clasp and reinforce the loop.
    Edge Stitching: Add decorative edge stitching along the bracelet for a finished look.
    Final Adjustments: Ensure all beads are secure, and the thread ends are hidden or burned off.

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