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Mina Pattern Tutorial

This video from The Potomac Bead Company teaches you how to make Annick Puca's "Mina" element, which can be used for necklace, bracelet, earring, or pendant patterns. Find a list of supplies in the description below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Mina Pattern Tutorial
The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Arcos Par Puca® - 10 Pieces
  • IoS Par Puca® - 4 Pieces
  • Minos Par Puca® - 2 Pieces
  • Matubo Beads - 6 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather Arcos, Ios (Eos), Minos beads, seed beads (sizes 11/0, 15/0, 8/0), beading thread, needle, and any optional materials like thread conditioner or crystals for embellishment.
    Thread Your Needle: Cut about 5 feet of beading thread, thread your needle, and condition the thread if desired.
    Begin Beading: Start with an Arcos bead, adding it in an arc shape with seed beads to form the base of the Mina element.
    Add Ios Beads: Incorporate Ios (Eos) beads into your design, securing them with seed beads and connecting them to the Arcos beads.
    Expand the Element: Continue adding and connecting beads, following the pattern to expand your Mina element to the desired size.
    Embellish: Add a crystal or Montes for a decorative touch in the center of the Mina element.
    Finish Your Piece: Complete the element or repeat the pattern to create a longer piece. Finish by adding a clasp or making a loop for closure.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    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"
    Mina Pattern Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Item Description

    This video from The Potomac Bead Company teaches you how to make Annick Puca's "Mina" element, which can be used for necklace, bracelet, earring, or pendant patterns. Find a list of supplies in the description below.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Arcos Par Puca® - 10 Pieces
  • IoS Par Puca® - 4 Pieces
  • Minos Par Puca® - 2 Pieces
  • Matubo Beads - 6 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather Arcos, Ios (Eos), Minos beads, seed beads (sizes 11/0, 15/0, 8/0), beading thread, needle, and any optional materials like thread conditioner or crystals for embellishment.
    Thread Your Needle: Cut about 5 feet of beading thread, thread your needle, and condition the thread if desired.
    Begin Beading: Start with an Arcos bead, adding it in an arc shape with seed beads to form the base of the Mina element.
    Add Ios Beads: Incorporate Ios (Eos) beads into your design, securing them with seed beads and connecting them to the Arcos beads.
    Expand the Element: Continue adding and connecting beads, following the pattern to expand your Mina element to the desired size.
    Embellish: Add a crystal or Montes for a decorative touch in the center of the Mina element.
    Finish Your Piece: Complete the element or repeat the pattern to create a longer piece. Finish by adding a clasp or making a loop for closure.