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Rotterdam Bracelet Tutorial

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Create the beautiful Rotterdam bracelet using two rows of right-angle weave and embellish it with 8/0 and 11/0 seed beads, 4mm bicones, and bugle beads. In this DIY beading tutorial, learn how to seamlessly connect the rows, add a custom clasp, and finish the project. Perfect for beginner to advanced beaders looking for a creative, elegant jewelry-making project. Materials: 8/0 seed beads, 11/0 seed beads, 4mm crystals, 3mm bugles, pearls, beading thread, and clasp.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Rotterdam Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Jet AB 4mm, 36 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Galvanized Gold 8/0, 5 Grams
  • Claspgarten Infinite Box Push Clasp for cabochons 10mm | 12mm | 1-Strand | Real Silver Plated, 1 Piece
  • Czech Cabochons - Jet 10mm, 1 Piece Alternate color
  • Potomac Pearls - Cream 3mm, 15 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - White Opal AB 3mm, 15 Beads
  • Miyuki Bugle - Crystal AB 3mm, 15 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Silver 11/0, 3 Grams
  • Claspgarten Infinite Box Push Clasp for Cabochons 10mm | 12mm | 1-Strand | Real 24k Gold Plated, 1 Piece
  • Czech Cabochons - White Champagne Luster 10mm, 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather 8/0 and 11/0 seed beads, 4mm crystals, bugle beads, and a clasp. Begin Right-Angle Weave (RAW): Start with two rows of RAW using seed beads. Create small "blocks" by threading through beads to form units. Connect the Two Rows: Seam the two rows together by adding beads between the vertical beads of each RAW unit. Add Embellishments: Use 8/0 seed beads and 4mm crystals to embellish the connection points between the rows. Attach the Clasp: Secure the clasp by threading through beads, adding seed beads as needed for reinforcement. Finish the Bracelet: Reinforce the clasp by threading through the beads multiple times and tying off the thread securely. Burn Thread Ends: Use a thread zapper to burn off any remaining thread ends.

    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"
    Rotterdam Bracelet Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Create the beautiful Rotterdam bracelet using two rows of right-angle weave and embellish it with 8/0 and 11/0 seed beads, 4mm bicones, and bugle beads. In this DIY beading tutorial, learn how to seamlessly connect the rows, add a custom clasp, and finish the project. Perfect for beginner to advanced beaders looking for a creative, elegant jewelry-making project. Materials: 8/0 seed beads, 11/0 seed beads, 4mm crystals, 3mm bugles, pearls, beading thread, and clasp.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Jet AB 4mm, 36 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Galvanized Gold 8/0, 5 Grams
  • Claspgarten Infinite Box Push Clasp for cabochons 10mm | 12mm | 1-Strand | Real Silver Plated, 1 Piece
  • Czech Cabochons - Jet 10mm, 1 Piece Alternate color
  • Potomac Pearls - Cream 3mm, 15 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - White Opal AB 3mm, 15 Beads
  • Miyuki Bugle - Crystal AB 3mm, 15 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Silver 11/0, 3 Grams
  • Claspgarten Infinite Box Push Clasp for Cabochons 10mm | 12mm | 1-Strand | Real 24k Gold Plated, 1 Piece
  • Czech Cabochons - White Champagne Luster 10mm, 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather 8/0 and 11/0 seed beads, 4mm crystals, bugle beads, and a clasp. Begin Right-Angle Weave (RAW): Start with two rows of RAW using seed beads. Create small "blocks" by threading through beads to form units. Connect the Two Rows: Seam the two rows together by adding beads between the vertical beads of each RAW unit. Add Embellishments: Use 8/0 seed beads and 4mm crystals to embellish the connection points between the rows. Attach the Clasp: Secure the clasp by threading through beads, adding seed beads as needed for reinforcement. Finish the Bracelet: Reinforce the clasp by threading through the beads multiple times and tying off the thread securely. Burn Thread Ends: Use a thread zapper to burn off any remaining thread ends.