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Crystal Loops Bracelet & Earrings Tutorial

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Learn to create versatile Crystal Loop designs that can be used as earrings, bracelets, or necklaces. The tutorial explores starting from both the interior and exterior of the loops, showcasing flexibility in design. Use 4mm bicones, 2mm bicones, 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads, Dragon Thread, and clasps for a professional finish. Master creating loops, adding layers, and securing with clasps or findings for cohesive designs. Customize with different bead sizes, colors, or finishes to create unique styles.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Crystal Loops Bracelet & Earrings Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Opaque Violet AB 4mm, 56 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Sapphire AB 2mm, 54 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Mermaid Blue 11/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Galvanized Silver 15/0, ~2 Grams
  • Claspgarten Infinite Customizable Box Push Clasp for Rivoli Size 10mm/SS47 | 13mm | 1-Strand | Real Rhodium Plated (Silver), 1 Piece
  • Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Sapphire AB 10mm, 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather Materials: 2mm and 4mm bicones. 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads. Dragon Thread (size 8). Clasp or earring findings (optional). Create the First Loop: Thread six 2mm bicones, each separated by a 15/0 seed bead. Tie into a secure loop using a double knot or stop bead. Add Seed Bead Layer: Add a decorative border by threading a combination of 15/0 and 11/0 seed beads around the loop. Reinforce the loop by threading through all the beads again. Build the Second Loop: Start from the exterior of the first loop. Thread six 4mm bicones and alternate with seed beads (15/0 and 11/0). Connect the Loops: Use seed beads and bicones to link the loops together. Ensure the connection is secure by threading through the existing loops multiple times. Repeat for Bracelet Length: Continue creating and connecting loops until the bracelet reaches your desired length. Attach the Clasp: Use seed beads to attach the clasp securely to both ends of the bracelet. Reinforce the connection by threading through the clasp and beads several times. Finalize the Design: Tighten all threads and trim any excess. Adjust the beads for symmetry and polish the final look.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
    • Thread Zap II
    • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
    • Plastic Caliper Tool - White
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Crystal Loops Bracelet & Earrings Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Learn to create versatile Crystal Loop designs that can be used as earrings, bracelets, or necklaces. The tutorial explores starting from both the interior and exterior of the loops, showcasing flexibility in design. Use 4mm bicones, 2mm bicones, 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads, Dragon Thread, and clasps for a professional finish. Master creating loops, adding layers, and securing with clasps or findings for cohesive designs. Customize with different bead sizes, colors, or finishes to create unique styles.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Opaque Violet AB 4mm, 56 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Sapphire AB 2mm, 54 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Mermaid Blue 11/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Galvanized Silver 15/0, ~2 Grams
  • Claspgarten Infinite Customizable Box Push Clasp for Rivoli Size 10mm/SS47 | 13mm | 1-Strand | Real Rhodium Plated (Silver), 1 Piece
  • Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Sapphire AB 10mm, 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Gather Materials: 2mm and 4mm bicones. 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads. Dragon Thread (size 8). Clasp or earring findings (optional). Create the First Loop: Thread six 2mm bicones, each separated by a 15/0 seed bead. Tie into a secure loop using a double knot or stop bead. Add Seed Bead Layer: Add a decorative border by threading a combination of 15/0 and 11/0 seed beads around the loop. Reinforce the loop by threading through all the beads again. Build the Second Loop: Start from the exterior of the first loop. Thread six 4mm bicones and alternate with seed beads (15/0 and 11/0). Connect the Loops: Use seed beads and bicones to link the loops together. Ensure the connection is secure by threading through the existing loops multiple times. Repeat for Bracelet Length: Continue creating and connecting loops until the bracelet reaches your desired length. Attach the Clasp: Use seed beads to attach the clasp securely to both ends of the bracelet. Reinforce the connection by threading through the clasp and beads several times. Finalize the Design: Tighten all threads and trim any excess. Adjust the beads for symmetry and polish the final look.