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Beaded Leather Cuff Tutorial

In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to make a wrapped leather beaded cuff. Find a list of supplies in the description below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Beaded Leather Cuff Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
Pewter Button - Flower Vortex 16mm Antique Brass, 1 Piece
Gemstones 4mm - Serpentine Jade Round Beads
Greek Leather Cording - Brown
Potomac Crystal Rounds 4mm - Champagne
Gemstone - Epidot

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

In this video tutorial, Allie will teach you how to make a contemporary styled leather beaded cuff. This cuff is the perfect fall accessory with its nature-inspired look. With just a few supplies and some simple techniques, you can make this cuff in no time at all. So grab your supplies and let's get started!
1. Cut two pieces of 2mm Greek leather cording, each piece should be double your wrist length plus 5 inches. Use a size 10 needle and 5-8 feet of beading thread. Fold a piece of the leather in half and use the end of the thread to tie knots around the leather to form a loop for the button. Pick up a crystal and slide it to the knotted end. Holding it in between the 2 strands of leather. Bring the needle around the leather and through the bead. Do this for both strands to hold the bead in place. Add gemstones in this manner until you have about the length of your wrist minus half an inch. Leave a tiny gap between the beads.
2. Watch the Beaded Leather Cuff tutorial and Allie will guide you step-by-step through the process of adding the outer piece of leather and another strand of beads.
3. When you get to the end and have tied on the button, put a dab of glue on the knot ends throughout the project. Burn down any excess you may have.
This Beaded Leather Cuff is extremely versatile. You can use your favorite beads and colors and add strands to get your desired width. It would make a great gift. Who wouldn’t be happy to receive such a thoughtful present?

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
Beaded Leather Cuff Tutorial
PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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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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

In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to make a wrapped leather beaded cuff. Find a list of supplies in the description below.

Designer's Material List

The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
Pewter Button - Flower Vortex 16mm Antique Brass, 1 Piece
Gemstones 4mm - Serpentine Jade Round Beads
Greek Leather Cording - Brown
Potomac Crystal Rounds 4mm - Champagne
Gemstone - Epidot

Project Steps

In this video tutorial, Allie will teach you how to make a contemporary styled leather beaded cuff. This cuff is the perfect fall accessory with its nature-inspired look. With just a few supplies and some simple techniques, you can make this cuff in no time at all. So grab your supplies and let's get started!
1. Cut two pieces of 2mm Greek leather cording, each piece should be double your wrist length plus 5 inches. Use a size 10 needle and 5-8 feet of beading thread. Fold a piece of the leather in half and use the end of the thread to tie knots around the leather to form a loop for the button. Pick up a crystal and slide it to the knotted end. Holding it in between the 2 strands of leather. Bring the needle around the leather and through the bead. Do this for both strands to hold the bead in place. Add gemstones in this manner until you have about the length of your wrist minus half an inch. Leave a tiny gap between the beads.
2. Watch the Beaded Leather Cuff tutorial and Allie will guide you step-by-step through the process of adding the outer piece of leather and another strand of beads.
3. When you get to the end and have tied on the button, put a dab of glue on the knot ends throughout the project. Burn down any excess you may have.
This Beaded Leather Cuff is extremely versatile. You can use your favorite beads and colors and add strands to get your desired width. It would make a great gift. Who wouldn’t be happy to receive such a thoughtful present?