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Ocular Delica Bracelet Tutorial

Always classic and trending, Allie has combined two of the most popular items in the bead world: Delicas and pearls. Stitch together this stunningly minimal bracelet with 11/0 Delica beads, 4mm Potomac pearls, and an Infinite clasp. Technique learned:
  • Peyote Stitch The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Miyuki Delica Beads Duracoat Silver Lined Dyed SF Mica 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Delica Beads Matte Opaque Blush 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Potomac Pearls - Rose Gold 4mm, ~ 42 Pieces
  • Potomax Infinite Cabochon Clasp 12.5mm, 1 Piece
  • Czech Cabochons - White Lila Luster 10mm, 1 Piece

    • Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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    • Czech Cabochons - White Lila Luster 10mm (Pack of 5)

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    • DB0354 Miyuki Delica Beads Matte Opaque Blush Size 11/0

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    • Potomac Pearls - Rose Gold 4mm

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    • Pattern - Bracelet Projects/Ocular Delica Bracelet

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    Step 2: Watch the 
    Video Tutorial

    Ocular Delica Bracelet Tutorial
    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Miyuki Delica Beads Duracoat Silver Lined Dyed SF Mica 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Delica Beads Matte Opaque Blush 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Potomac Pearls - Rose Gold 4mm, ~ 42 Pieces
  • Potomax Infinite Cabochon Clasp 12.5mm, 1 Piece
  • Czech Cabochons - White Lila Luster 10mm, 1 Piece Secondary Colorway:
  • Miyuki Delica Beads Silver Lined Gold 11/0, ~ 2 Grams
  • Potomac Pearls - Old Lace 4mm, ~ 42 Pieces
  • Potomax Infinite Cabochon Clasp 12.5mm, 1 Piece
  • Czech Cabochons - Underlit Uranium 10mm, 1 Piece

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    In this PotomacBeads tutorial, learn how to use a Peyote stitch with a twist to create the Ocular Delica Bracelet. This simple yet striking design uses pearls for a touch of elegance. 1. Put a stop bead onto size 6 Dragonthread, leaving about 10 inches for a tail. Add 3 delica beads and a 4mm Potomac Pearl. Repeat the pattern three more times. Sew back through the first 5 beads to form a circle. 2. Watch the Ocular Delica Bracelet tutorial to follow along with Allie as she guides you step-by-step through the process of creating the delica and pearl bracelet. 3. Once you’re done with your pattern, it’s time to attach the clasp. Pick up a pearl and the infinite clasp, go back down through the pearl. Weave the thread back to the interior of the project and tie off. Burn off the loose end and glue a cabochon into the clasp. The Ocular Delica Bracelet design can easily be modified to make a chain look necklace or a lovely pair of matching earrings. Why not make a set for someone special? Technique learned:
  • Peyote Stitch Project Length: 7 1/4"

    • Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
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    • Thread Zap II
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    • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
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    • Plastic Caliper Tool - White
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    • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
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    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
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    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
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    Ocular Delica Bracelet Tutorial
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    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers
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    Item Description

    Always classic and trending, Allie has combined two of the most popular items in the bead world: Delicas and pearls. Stitch together this stunningly minimal bracelet with 11/0 Delica beads, 4mm Potomac pearls, and an Infinite clasp. Technique learned:
  • Peyote Stitch The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Miyuki Delica Beads Duracoat Silver Lined Dyed SF Mica 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Delica Beads Matte Opaque Blush 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Potomac Pearls - Rose Gold 4mm, ~ 42 Pieces
  • Potomax Infinite Cabochon Clasp 12.5mm, 1 Piece
  • Czech Cabochons - White Lila Luster 10mm, 1 Piece

    • Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Miyuki Delica Beads Duracoat Silver Lined Dyed SF Mica 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Delica Beads Matte Opaque Blush 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Potomac Pearls - Rose Gold 4mm, ~ 42 Pieces
  • Potomax Infinite Cabochon Clasp 12.5mm, 1 Piece
  • Czech Cabochons - White Lila Luster 10mm, 1 Piece Secondary Colorway:
  • Miyuki Delica Beads Silver Lined Gold 11/0, ~ 2 Grams
  • Potomac Pearls - Old Lace 4mm, ~ 42 Pieces
  • Potomax Infinite Cabochon Clasp 12.5mm, 1 Piece
  • Czech Cabochons - Underlit Uranium 10mm, 1 Piece

    • Project Steps

    In this PotomacBeads tutorial, learn how to use a Peyote stitch with a twist to create the Ocular Delica Bracelet. This simple yet striking design uses pearls for a touch of elegance. 1. Put a stop bead onto size 6 Dragonthread, leaving about 10 inches for a tail. Add 3 delica beads and a 4mm Potomac Pearl. Repeat the pattern three more times. Sew back through the first 5 beads to form a circle. 2. Watch the Ocular Delica Bracelet tutorial to follow along with Allie as she guides you step-by-step through the process of creating the delica and pearl bracelet. 3. Once you’re done with your pattern, it’s time to attach the clasp. Pick up a pearl and the infinite clasp, go back down through the pearl. Weave the thread back to the interior of the project and tie off. Burn off the loose end and glue a cabochon into the clasp. The Ocular Delica Bracelet design can easily be modified to make a chain look necklace or a lovely pair of matching earrings. Why not make a set for someone special? Technique learned:
  • Peyote Stitch Project Length: 7 1/4"