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Spine Bracelet Tutorial

Do you need a break from the fast-paced world we live in? It's never a bad idea to get back to the basics when you find yourself needing to slow down a bit. Get ready to take it one vertebra at a time with designer Kimrie Merrill's Spinal Bracelet featuring Spear and Melon beads. Don't hesitate to join Allie as she shows how to recreate Kimrie's simple yet stunning design.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Spine Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials for ~7.5-inch (19 cm) wrist:
Spear Beads - Jet, 18 Pieces
Melon Bead 4mm - Turquoise, 20 Pieces
Ilos Par Puca®- Aluminum Silver, 34 Beads
Miyuki Seed Bead 15/0 - Labrador Full, ~ 1 Gram
Table Cut Button - Jet Picasso, 1 Button

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Thread two needles with approximately four feet of Wildfire Beading Thread.
Begin by adding four 15/0 Seed Beads, then attach the Table Cut Button.
Alternate between adding Melon Beads and Spear Beads, following the pattern described in the video.
Ensure both needles pass through each bead in the same direction to maintain the bracelet's structure.
Continue the pattern until you reach the desired length, finishing with a loop of Seed Beads to secure the clasp.
Finalize the design by weaving the ends of the thread back through the bracelet and securely tying them off.

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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  • 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"
Spine Bracelet Tutorial
PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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Item Description

Do you need a break from the fast-paced world we live in? It's never a bad idea to get back to the basics when you find yourself needing to slow down a bit. Get ready to take it one vertebra at a time with designer Kimrie Merrill's Spinal Bracelet featuring Spear and Melon beads. Don't hesitate to join Allie as she shows how to recreate Kimrie's simple yet stunning design.

Designer's Material List

The Designer’s suggested colors and materials for ~7.5-inch (19 cm) wrist:
Spear Beads - Jet, 18 Pieces
Melon Bead 4mm - Turquoise, 20 Pieces
Ilos Par Puca®- Aluminum Silver, 34 Beads
Miyuki Seed Bead 15/0 - Labrador Full, ~ 1 Gram
Table Cut Button - Jet Picasso, 1 Button

Project Steps

Thread two needles with approximately four feet of Wildfire Beading Thread.
Begin by adding four 15/0 Seed Beads, then attach the Table Cut Button.
Alternate between adding Melon Beads and Spear Beads, following the pattern described in the video.
Ensure both needles pass through each bead in the same direction to maintain the bracelet's structure.
Continue the pattern until you reach the desired length, finishing with a loop of Seed Beads to secure the clasp.
Finalize the design by weaving the ends of the thread back through the bracelet and securely tying them off.