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Grab Bag Projects Tutorial

Have Grab Bags from PotomacBeads on the way to you and wondering what to do?? Join Anna and Jenni as they open up Grab Bags and make something spectacular!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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Step 2: Watch the 
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Grab Bag Projects Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Grab bags from PotomacBeads, each containing a mix of seed beads, Czech glass, miscellaneous products, metal components, ear wires, clasps, and potentially more, varying by the bag.
  • Tools for jewelry making, such as pliers, wire cutters, and needles.
  • Additional materials like brass wire and leather for specific project enhancements.

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    While specific step-by-step instructions are not detailed in the summary, the video covers several projects, including bead weaving and wirework.
    The tutorial emphasizes the importance of creativity and flexibility when working with the mixed materials in a grab bag.
    For a project example: Start by selecting a focal bead or component from your grab bag. Using complementary beads, begin a simple bead weaving or wire wrapping technique to create a piece of jewelry.

    Incorporate additional elements like clasps and ear wires to finish your design.
    The stitch technique primarily showcased involves basic bead weaving and wirework skills adaptable to the materials at hand.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Greek Leather Cord - Natural 1.5mm | 3 Meters
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    • BeadTec Dual-Tip Paint Markers | Pack of 24
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    • BeadTec UV Cure Resin | 50ml
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    • Loctite Super Glue .14oz
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    • BeadTec 10-Step Mandrel for Making Rings | 2-Piece Set | 1.5-10mm
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    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate Mini Pocket | Smoke | 3.5x2.5"
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    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
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    Grab Bag Projects Tutorial
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    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers
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    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

    • Create a double or tripple leather wrap with an extra flair. Use seed beads to create a delicate border to showcase a mosaic of gemstones, crystals and glass. This wrap is comfortable to wear and makes a great piece to take (or make) on a summer vacation destination.

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    • Glasgow Rose Embroidered Pendant - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads

    Watch Anna Tonnesen as she provides detailed step by step tutorial instructions to learn to embroider with beads. Create the Glasgow Rose pendant or create your own masterpiece of DIY jewelry following this project tutorial. Learn how to lay out your embroidery project, cut and shape your surface, sew on beads, apply the backing and seem the sides of the piece.
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    Item Description

    Have Grab Bags from PotomacBeads on the way to you and wondering what to do?? Join Anna and Jenni as they open up Grab Bags and make something spectacular!

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Grab bags from PotomacBeads, each containing a mix of seed beads, Czech glass, miscellaneous products, metal components, ear wires, clasps, and potentially more, varying by the bag.
  • Tools for jewelry making, such as pliers, wire cutters, and needles.
  • Additional materials like brass wire and leather for specific project enhancements.

    • Project Steps

    While specific step-by-step instructions are not detailed in the summary, the video covers several projects, including bead weaving and wirework.
    The tutorial emphasizes the importance of creativity and flexibility when working with the mixed materials in a grab bag.
    For a project example: Start by selecting a focal bead or component from your grab bag. Using complementary beads, begin a simple bead weaving or wire wrapping technique to create a piece of jewelry.

    Incorporate additional elements like clasps and ear wires to finish your design.
    The stitch technique primarily showcased involves basic bead weaving and wirework skills adaptable to the materials at hand.