Flat Spiral Tutorial

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This video tutorial from PotomacBeads shows you step-by-step how to make an outstanding flat spiral stitch bracelet. This is an incredibly versatile stitch that allows you to use nearly any shape or size of beads, especially rounds and bicones. Thus, you can use gemstones, Czech glass, pearls, crystals, metals, resin, glass, natural beads, and more! This is a perpetual favorite jewelry-making class, and we hope that you enjoy making this! Learn more below! The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Bicones 3mm - Light Tanzanite
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Opaque Smoky Gray Luster
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone 6mm - Fern AB
  • Pewter Clasp
  • Step 1: Choose Your Materials

    Step 2: Watch the 
    Video Tutorial

    Flat Spiral Tutorial
    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials for ~7.5-inch (19 cm) wrist:
  • Potomac Crystal Bicones 3mm - Light Tanzanite
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Opaque Smoky Gray Luster
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone 6mm - Fern AB
  • Pewter Clasp
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather cat's eye beads, Swarovski crystals, Miyuki seed beads, toggle clasp, beading needle, and thread.
    Start with Core Beads: Add a stop bead to your thread, then string two cat's eye beads as the bracelet's core.
    Adding the Spiral: For each side, add five seed beads, one crystal, and five more seed beads. Sew back through the core beads to form the spiral.
    Continue the Pattern: Add one core bead at a time, repeating the spiral addition on each side.
    Clasp Attachment: Once the desired length is achieved, add the toggle clasp by sewing a loop of seed beads through which the toggle will attach.
    Finish the Bracelet: Secure the thread with knots and trim any excess.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Beading Mat - Beading Design Mat
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    This video tutorial from PotomacBeads shows you step-by-step how to make an outstanding flat spiral stitch bracelet. This is an incredibly versatile stitch that allows you to use nearly any shape or size of beads, especially rounds and bicones. Thus, you can use gemstones, Czech glass, pearls, crystals, metals, resin, glass, natural beads, and more! This is a perpetual favorite jewelry-making class, and we hope that you enjoy making this! Learn more below! The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Bicones 3mm - Light Tanzanite
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Opaque Smoky Gray Luster
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone 6mm - Fern AB
  • Pewter Clasp
  • Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials for ~7.5-inch (19 cm) wrist:
  • Potomac Crystal Bicones 3mm - Light Tanzanite
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Opaque Smoky Gray Luster
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone 6mm - Fern AB
  • Pewter Clasp
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather cat's eye beads, Swarovski crystals, Miyuki seed beads, toggle clasp, beading needle, and thread.
    Start with Core Beads: Add a stop bead to your thread, then string two cat's eye beads as the bracelet's core.
    Adding the Spiral: For each side, add five seed beads, one crystal, and five more seed beads. Sew back through the core beads to form the spiral.
    Continue the Pattern: Add one core bead at a time, repeating the spiral addition on each side.
    Clasp Attachment: Once the desired length is achieved, add the toggle clasp by sewing a loop of seed beads through which the toggle will attach.
    Finish the Bracelet: Secure the thread with knots and trim any excess.