Compass Bracelet Tutorial

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  • Compass Bracelet - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
Learn how to create the Compass Bracelet, a design inspired by the Compass Ring, featuring gemstones and seed beads for a stunning look. Use African turquoise gemstones, seed beads (8/0 and 11/0), bicones, and Dragon Thread for this intricate bracelet. Master right-angle weave to create the design and learn to attach clasps for a professional finish.

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Materials Used To make The  Project

Designer's Material List

The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Gemstones - African Turquoise Round Beads 6mm, 10 Beads
  • Athenacast Halo Beads for Round 1-Hole 6mm Beads | Antique Silver, 10 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Siam AB 3mm, 20 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Picasso Transparent Dark Amber 8/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Labrador Full 8/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Labrador Full 11/0, ~2 Grams
  • Cup Buttons - Silver Labrador Full, 1 Piece
  • Quick Project Steps

    Gather Materials: African turquoise gemstones. Halo beads for framing gemstones. 8/0 and 11/0 seed beads. 2mm bicones for sparkle. Dragon Thread (size 8). Cup button clasp for closure. Start the Bracelet Base: Thread an 8/0 seed bead, Halo bead, and gemstone onto the Dragon Thread. Secure them to create the starting anchor point. Build Right-Angle Weave (RAW) Units: Add three 11/0 seed beads, a bicone, and another three seed beads to form the first unit. Repeat this pattern along the bracelet’s length. Secure the Gemstone: Thread through the Halo and gemstone multiple times to hold the gemstone firmly in place. Add Decorative Beads: Alternate between bicones and seed beads to embellish the bracelet edges. Adjust tension for symmetry and ensure the design lays flat. Attach the Clasp: Secure the cup button clasp by looping 11/0 seed beads through the button and creating a reinforced loop on the opposite end for fastening. Reinforce the Design: Thread through all beads and connections again to strengthen the structure. Finish and Trim: Tie off and trim the excess thread. Check for loose beads or weak spots and reinforce as needed.

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