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Oyster Pearls Bracelet Tutorial

This video tutorial from PotomacBeads was designed and recorded by our own Anna Tonnesen. This video was re-uploaded to improve the sound quality. After created a variety of beadweaving designs, this is Anna's very first of many tutorials actually recorded by her.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Oyster Pearls Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Quadra Lentils (Opaque Champagne Luster)
  • Two-Hole Bars (Vintage Copper)
  • Seed Beads Sizes 15/0 (Sparkle Taupe) and 11/0 (Claret Rainbow Gold Luster)
  • Czech Glass Rounds 4mm and 3mm (Pale Blue and Crystal Champagne Luster)
  • Potomac Crystal Faceted Button
  • Size 10 Sewing Needle
  • Wildfire Beading Thread (Frost Color, .008)
  • Super New Glue
  • Snips for Thread Cutting
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    The tutorial employs a bead weaving technique using a mix of Quadra Lentils and two-hole bars to create a unique bracelet structure, adorned with 15/0 and 11/0 seed beads for detailed embellishment. The process involves:
    Preparing your materials and cutting a length of thread.
    Starting with the base of the bracelet using Quadra Lentils and two-hole bars, creating a consistent pattern.
    Adding embellishments with Czech glass and seed beads between the Lentils.
    Finishing with attaching a clasp and securing the thread.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    • 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"
    Oyster Pearls Bracelet Tutorial
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    Item Description

    This video tutorial from PotomacBeads was designed and recorded by our own Anna Tonnesen. This video was re-uploaded to improve the sound quality. After created a variety of beadweaving designs, this is Anna's very first of many tutorials actually recorded by her.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Quadra Lentils (Opaque Champagne Luster)
  • Two-Hole Bars (Vintage Copper)
  • Seed Beads Sizes 15/0 (Sparkle Taupe) and 11/0 (Claret Rainbow Gold Luster)
  • Czech Glass Rounds 4mm and 3mm (Pale Blue and Crystal Champagne Luster)
  • Potomac Crystal Faceted Button
  • Size 10 Sewing Needle
  • Wildfire Beading Thread (Frost Color, .008)
  • Super New Glue
  • Snips for Thread Cutting
  • Project Steps

    The tutorial employs a bead weaving technique using a mix of Quadra Lentils and two-hole bars to create a unique bracelet structure, adorned with 15/0 and 11/0 seed beads for detailed embellishment. The process involves:
    Preparing your materials and cutting a length of thread.
    Starting with the base of the bracelet using Quadra Lentils and two-hole bars, creating a consistent pattern.
    Adding embellishments with Czech glass and seed beads between the Lentils.
    Finishing with attaching a clasp and securing the thread.