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Greta Bracelet Tutorial

The Greta Bracelet is bringing all the 1920's & 30's glam into a basic beaded bracelet! Based on a quick stringing technique, this is one jewelry-making design that perfect for every day or a special night on the town! Choose to add a subtle sparkle effect to the finished project or convert it into a necklace with a pair of earrings!! Plus, you can get this project as a kit!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Greta Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials for ~7.5-inch (19cm) wrist:
  • Potomac Crystal Round 4mm - Light Colorado Topaz, ~56 Beads
  • Czech Glass Round 3mm - Ancient Gold, ~168 Beads
  • Czech Faceted Rondelle 7x9mm - Crystal Picasso, ~8 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Metallic Chocolate, ~2 Grams
  • Magnetic Clasp 10mm - Gold Plated, 1 Clasp
  • Wire Guard - Gold Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Start with a thread on a size 10 needle, string a Czech Faceted Rondelle, followed by a Metallic Chocolate 11/0 seed bead, two 3mm Czech Glass Rounds, a 4mm Potomac Crystal Round, and repeat the pattern, ending with a Czech Faceted Rondelle.
    After completing the pattern seven times, attach a wire guard and one side of the magnetic clasp.
    Continue the pattern on the opposite side, ensuring each strand is tightly pulled to create a puffy appearance around the bracelet.
    Repeat the process, adding strands until you achieve the desired width (six strands recommended).
    Upon completing the final strand, tie off the ends and trim any excess thread.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • PotomacBeads Stainless Steel Beading Cable Wire 49 Strand .018" (5 Meters)
    • BeadTec Clear Rectangular Acrylic Storage Box With 24 Screw Top Vials
    • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium RealSilver Plated Stainless Steel | Pack of 100
    • Bead Board: Flocked U-Channel Beading Design Board

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Greta Bracelet Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

    • Bring your Czech glass beads to life with this necklace of dancing and floating flashes of color. All you need is stainless steel beading wire, crimp tubes, a clasp, and any collection of Czech glass beads to make this on beat necklace. Technique learned:CrimpingBasic Beading
    • Crimping
    • Basic Beading

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Item Description

    The Greta Bracelet is bringing all the 1920's & 30's glam into a basic beaded bracelet! Based on a quick stringing technique, this is one jewelry-making design that perfect for every day or a special night on the town! Choose to add a subtle sparkle effect to the finished project or convert it into a necklace with a pair of earrings!! Plus, you can get this project as a kit!

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials for ~7.5-inch (19cm) wrist:
  • Potomac Crystal Round 4mm - Light Colorado Topaz, ~56 Beads
  • Czech Glass Round 3mm - Ancient Gold, ~168 Beads
  • Czech Faceted Rondelle 7x9mm - Crystal Picasso, ~8 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Metallic Chocolate, ~2 Grams
  • Magnetic Clasp 10mm - Gold Plated, 1 Clasp
  • Wire Guard - Gold Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Project Steps

    Start with a thread on a size 10 needle, string a Czech Faceted Rondelle, followed by a Metallic Chocolate 11/0 seed bead, two 3mm Czech Glass Rounds, a 4mm Potomac Crystal Round, and repeat the pattern, ending with a Czech Faceted Rondelle.
    After completing the pattern seven times, attach a wire guard and one side of the magnetic clasp.
    Continue the pattern on the opposite side, ensuring each strand is tightly pulled to create a puffy appearance around the bracelet.
    Repeat the process, adding strands until you achieve the desired width (six strands recommended).
    Upon completing the final strand, tie off the ends and trim any excess thread.