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Mêili Bracelet Tutorial

This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Allie Buchman's Mêili Bracelet design. Find a list of the supplies used in the description below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Mêili Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Candy Beads
  • Quadratile Beads
  • Rizo Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0
  • Cup Buttons
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Start by preparing your thread with a needle on each end.
    Attach the cup button with seed beads for the clasp.
    Alternate adding Candy Beads and Quadratiles, securing them with seed beads.
    Incorporate Rizo Beads between the Quadratiles, using the peyote stitch technique for a snug fit.
    Continue the pattern, adding layers of beads for depth and texture.
    Finish by securing the other end of the bracelet with a loop for the clasp, ensuring all beads are tightly stitched together.
    Tie off and cut any excess thread.

    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"
    Mêili Bracelet Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Allie Buchman's Mêili Bracelet design. Find a list of the supplies used in the description below.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Candy Beads
  • Quadratile Beads
  • Rizo Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0
  • Cup Buttons
  • Project Steps

    Start by preparing your thread with a needle on each end.
    Attach the cup button with seed beads for the clasp.
    Alternate adding Candy Beads and Quadratiles, securing them with seed beads.
    Incorporate Rizo Beads between the Quadratiles, using the peyote stitch technique for a snug fit.
    Continue the pattern, adding layers of beads for depth and texture.
    Finish by securing the other end of the bracelet with a loop for the clasp, ensuring all beads are tightly stitched together.
    Tie off and cut any excess thread.