Mixed Bead Bracelet Tutorial

In this video tutorial from Potomac Bead Company, Marissa teaches you make her "mixed bead bracelet" design.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Mixed Bead Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • AVA Beads
  • Round Trios
  • Round Duos
  • DiscDuo Beads
  • O Beads
  • Rondelles (3x4 and 2x3 sizes)
  • Seed Beads (sizes 15/0 and a little bit of 11/0)
  • Cut Button (for clasp)
  • Wildfire Beading Thread 0.006" in white
  • Size 10 Beading Needles
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare the Materials: Gather all the beads and tools as listed.
    Start with Cut Button: Attach the cut button using 11/0 seed beads to create a loop for the clasp.
    Adding Beads: Follow the tutorial to add AVA beads, Round Trios, Disc Duos, and Rondelles in specified patterns, alternating with 15/0 seed beads for spacing and structure.
    Weaving Technique: Utilize two-needle weaving technique to create the bracelet's body, ensuring symmetry and strength.
    Closing the Bracelet: Finish the bracelet by adding a loop on the other end to secure the cut button clasp.
    Embellishment and Final Adjustments: Add additional rondelles and seed beads for decoration and to ensure the bracelet lays flat and comfortably on the wrist.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    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 Potomac Bead Company, Marissa teaches you make her "mixed bead bracelet" design.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • AVA Beads
  • Round Trios
  • Round Duos
  • DiscDuo Beads
  • O Beads
  • Rondelles (3x4 and 2x3 sizes)
  • Seed Beads (sizes 15/0 and a little bit of 11/0)
  • Cut Button (for clasp)
  • Wildfire Beading Thread 0.006" in white
  • Size 10 Beading Needles
  • Project Steps

    Prepare the Materials: Gather all the beads and tools as listed.
    Start with Cut Button: Attach the cut button using 11/0 seed beads to create a loop for the clasp.
    Adding Beads: Follow the tutorial to add AVA beads, Round Trios, Disc Duos, and Rondelles in specified patterns, alternating with 15/0 seed beads for spacing and structure.
    Weaving Technique: Utilize two-needle weaving technique to create the bracelet's body, ensuring symmetry and strength.
    Closing the Bracelet: Finish the bracelet by adding a loop on the other end to secure the cut button clasp.
    Embellishment and Final Adjustments: Add additional rondelles and seed beads for decoration and to ensure the bracelet lays flat and comfortably on the wrist.