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Happy Duos Bracelet Tutorial

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Use SuperDuo and DiscDuo beads to create a bracelet featuring a repeated pattern with seed beads and crystals. The Happy Duo bracelet by Marissa Vallejo is the perfect piece for your next project.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Happy Duos Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • DiscDuo Beads - Jet Picasso 6mm, ~ 20 - 24 pieces
  • SuperDuo Beads - Lemon Picasso 2.5X5mm, ~ 40 - 48 pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Crystal AB2x 3mm, ~ 34 - 42 pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Matte Dark Sea Foam 8/0, ~ 1 gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Light Bronze 11/0, ~ .5 gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Gold Iris 15/0, ~ 1 gram
  • Simple Toggles 13mm - Premium Antique Brass Plating, 1 set
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather Materials: Prepare SuperDuo, DiscDuo beads, seed beads (sizes 11/0, 15/0, 8/0), crystals, a clasp, and beading thread. Create the First Component: Thread a disc Duo, Super Duo, a crystal, another Super Duo, and then another disc Duo. Reinforce by threading through all the beads again. Build Additional Components: For each new component, connect it to the previous ones using Super Duo beads, crystals, and seed beads. Ensure each component is securely attached and reinforced. Add Decorative Details: Optionally, add crystals between the components for an enhanced aesthetic look. Attach the Clasp: Sew the clasp onto the ends of the bracelet, ensuring a secure and comfortable fit. Finish and Reinforce: Go through the entire bracelet again with the thread to reinforce its structure.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
    • Thread Zap II
    • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
    • Plastic Caliper Tool - White
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Happy Duos Bracelet Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Use SuperDuo and DiscDuo beads to create a bracelet featuring a repeated pattern with seed beads and crystals. The Happy Duo bracelet by Marissa Vallejo is the perfect piece for your next project.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • DiscDuo Beads - Jet Picasso 6mm, ~ 20 - 24 pieces
  • SuperDuo Beads - Lemon Picasso 2.5X5mm, ~ 40 - 48 pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Crystal AB2x 3mm, ~ 34 - 42 pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Matte Dark Sea Foam 8/0, ~ 1 gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Light Bronze 11/0, ~ .5 gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Gold Iris 15/0, ~ 1 gram
  • Simple Toggles 13mm - Premium Antique Brass Plating, 1 set
  • Project Steps

    Gather Materials: Prepare SuperDuo, DiscDuo beads, seed beads (sizes 11/0, 15/0, 8/0), crystals, a clasp, and beading thread. Create the First Component: Thread a disc Duo, Super Duo, a crystal, another Super Duo, and then another disc Duo. Reinforce by threading through all the beads again. Build Additional Components: For each new component, connect it to the previous ones using Super Duo beads, crystals, and seed beads. Ensure each component is securely attached and reinforced. Add Decorative Details: Optionally, add crystals between the components for an enhanced aesthetic look. Attach the Clasp: Sew the clasp onto the ends of the bracelet, ensuring a secure and comfortable fit. Finish and Reinforce: Go through the entire bracelet again with the thread to reinforce its structure.