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Large Hole Pearl Knotted Bracelet Tutorial

In this video from The Potomac Bead Company, Allie teaches you how to make bracelets using large hole pearls. Most fresh water pearls have very small pearls, but some freshwater pearls are created with much larger holes to allow for more variable designs. Find a list of supplies in the description below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Large Hole Pearl Knotted Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Large hole freshwater pearls (potato pearls, 8-12 mm, 2 mm hole diameter)
  • Large lobster clasp (paisley clasp with wood grain trigger)
  • 0.5 mm or 1 mm leather cord (optional)
  • 0.8 BeadTec Knotting Cord (brown)
  • Scissors
  • Super glue or super new glue
  • Thread burner (optional)
  • Bead mat or work surface

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Cut Chinese knotting cord into two 48-inch pieces. Apply a dab of glue to cord ends to prevent fraying.
    Start Knotting: Tie an overhand knot near one end of the cords to secure the lobster clasp.
    Adding Pearls: Thread pearls onto the cord, using four strands through each pearl.
    Macramé Knotting: Between pearls, use macramé knotting for decoration and to secure the pearls in place.
    Finishing the Bracelet: Create a loop at the other end for the clasp to attach. Secure with knots and trim excess cord.
    Optional Decorations: Add tassels or other decorative elements as desired.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Item Description

    In this video from The Potomac Bead Company, Allie teaches you how to make bracelets using large hole pearls. Most fresh water pearls have very small pearls, but some freshwater pearls are created with much larger holes to allow for more variable designs. Find a list of supplies in the description below.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Large hole freshwater pearls (potato pearls, 8-12 mm, 2 mm hole diameter)
  • Large lobster clasp (paisley clasp with wood grain trigger)
  • 0.5 mm or 1 mm leather cord (optional)
  • 0.8 BeadTec Knotting Cord (brown)
  • Scissors
  • Super glue or super new glue
  • Thread burner (optional)
  • Bead mat or work surface

    • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Cut Chinese knotting cord into two 48-inch pieces. Apply a dab of glue to cord ends to prevent fraying.
    Start Knotting: Tie an overhand knot near one end of the cords to secure the lobster clasp.
    Adding Pearls: Thread pearls onto the cord, using four strands through each pearl.
    Macramé Knotting: Between pearls, use macramé knotting for decoration and to secure the pearls in place.
    Finishing the Bracelet: Create a loop at the other end for the clasp to attach. Secure with knots and trim excess cord.
    Optional Decorations: Add tassels or other decorative elements as desired.