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.
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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