English Gardens Bracelet Tutorial

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In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to make her "English Gardens" bracelet design. This project is very adaptable and is also very beginner-friendly. Find a list of supplies in the description below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

English Gardens Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials for ~7.5-inch (19 cm) wrist:
3-Hole Beams - Metallic Silver Matte,~ 30 beads
Czech Faceted Rondelle 3x5mm - Green Mix,~ 35 Beads
PC Rondelles 2x3mm - Light Sapphire AB,~ 35 Beads
PC Rondelles 3x4mm - Light Peridot AB,~ 35 Beads
O Beads - Neon Violet 2x4mm,~ 35 Beads
Spiky Buttons - Magic Blue,~ 35 Beads
Czech Pressed Bicones - Light Amethyst,~ 35 Beads
Flower Cups - Crystal Full Vitrail,~ 35 Beads
Miyuki 11/0 - Dyed Hot Pink Silver Lined Alabaster, ~ 3 Grams
Miyuki 8/0 Seed Beads - Matte Opaque Mauve AB,~ 3 Grams
Toho 11/0 Seed Beads - Gold Lustered Emerald,~ 3 Grams
Claspgarten Square SP Crystal 11.5mm 3-Strand (Rhodium Plated), 1 Piece

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Preparing the Base: Thread your needle with about five feet of beading thread. Start with a stop bead, then create a base pattern using 8/0 seed beads and beams, alternating between single beams and groups of four 8/0 beads.
Adding the Clasp: Integrate your three-strand clasp at both ends of the base, ensuring it's securely attached.
Creating the Fringe: Begin embellishing between the beams and 8/0 beads with a mixture of beads like rondelles, flower cups, spiky buttons, and seed beads. Use a pattern or random assortment to mimic an English garden's variety.
Finalizing the Design: After completing the fringe embellishment, reinforce the clasp by sewing through it multiple times for security.
Finishing Touches: Trim and melt down any excess thread to complete your bracelet.

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

In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to make her "English Gardens" bracelet design. This project is very adaptable and is also very beginner-friendly. Find a list of supplies in the description below.

Designer's Material List

The Designer’s suggested colors and materials for ~7.5-inch (19 cm) wrist:
3-Hole Beams - Metallic Silver Matte,~ 30 beads
Czech Faceted Rondelle 3x5mm - Green Mix,~ 35 Beads
PC Rondelles 2x3mm - Light Sapphire AB,~ 35 Beads
PC Rondelles 3x4mm - Light Peridot AB,~ 35 Beads
O Beads - Neon Violet 2x4mm,~ 35 Beads
Spiky Buttons - Magic Blue,~ 35 Beads
Czech Pressed Bicones - Light Amethyst,~ 35 Beads
Flower Cups - Crystal Full Vitrail,~ 35 Beads
Miyuki 11/0 - Dyed Hot Pink Silver Lined Alabaster, ~ 3 Grams
Miyuki 8/0 Seed Beads - Matte Opaque Mauve AB,~ 3 Grams
Toho 11/0 Seed Beads - Gold Lustered Emerald,~ 3 Grams
Claspgarten Square SP Crystal 11.5mm 3-Strand (Rhodium Plated), 1 Piece

Project Steps

Preparing the Base: Thread your needle with about five feet of beading thread. Start with a stop bead, then create a base pattern using 8/0 seed beads and beams, alternating between single beams and groups of four 8/0 beads.
Adding the Clasp: Integrate your three-strand clasp at both ends of the base, ensuring it's securely attached.
Creating the Fringe: Begin embellishing between the beams and 8/0 beads with a mixture of beads like rondelles, flower cups, spiky buttons, and seed beads. Use a pattern or random assortment to mimic an English garden's variety.
Finalizing the Design: After completing the fringe embellishment, reinforce the clasp by sewing through it multiple times for security.
Finishing Touches: Trim and melt down any excess thread to complete your bracelet.