Seeded Circles Tutorial

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This video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company teaches you how to make our "Seeded Circles" bracelet using Miyuki 6/0 seed beads (any color), and your choice of H18 F18 (18 gauge) jump rings. Have fun with this chain maille & beaded bracelet project!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Seeded Circles Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Miyuki 6/0 seed beads (any color)
  • 18 gauge jump rings in two sizes: F18 (5/32" or 4mm) and H18 (3/16" or 4.8mm)
  • Lobster clasp
  • Two needle nose pliers (one bent, one straight)
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather Miyuki 6/0 seed beads, F18 and H18 jump rings, a lobster clasp, and two pairs of pliers.
    Open Jump Rings: Use pliers to correctly open jump rings, ensuring the loop maintains its shape.
    Assemble Beads on Jump Rings: Slide seed beads onto the larger H18 jump rings and close them securely.
    Link Jump Rings: Attach the smaller F18 jump rings to the H18 rings with beads, creating a chain effect.
    Repeat Pattern: Continue adding seed beads and jump rings following the established pattern until the desired length is reached.
    Add Clasp: Attach the lobster clasp to one end of the bracelet using an open jump ring, and create a loop with another jump ring on the other end for the clasp to hook into.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Beading Mat - Beading Design Mat
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    This video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company teaches you how to make our "Seeded Circles" bracelet using Miyuki 6/0 seed beads (any color), and your choice of H18 F18 (18 gauge) jump rings. Have fun with this chain maille & beaded bracelet project!

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Miyuki 6/0 seed beads (any color)
  • 18 gauge jump rings in two sizes: F18 (5/32" or 4mm) and H18 (3/16" or 4.8mm)
  • Lobster clasp
  • Two needle nose pliers (one bent, one straight)
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather Miyuki 6/0 seed beads, F18 and H18 jump rings, a lobster clasp, and two pairs of pliers.
    Open Jump Rings: Use pliers to correctly open jump rings, ensuring the loop maintains its shape.
    Assemble Beads on Jump Rings: Slide seed beads onto the larger H18 jump rings and close them securely.
    Link Jump Rings: Attach the smaller F18 jump rings to the H18 rings with beads, creating a chain effect.
    Repeat Pattern: Continue adding seed beads and jump rings following the established pattern until the desired length is reached.
    Add Clasp: Attach the lobster clasp to one end of the bracelet using an open jump ring, and create a loop with another jump ring on the other end for the clasp to hook into.