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Captured Cups Bracelet Tutorial

This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make our "Captured Cups" bracelet design, using Cup Buttons, Czech SuperDuo beads, Miyuki 11/0 seed beads, and 8/0 seed beads. Find links for where to buy these products below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Captured Cups Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Cup Buttons
  • Czech SuperDuo beads
  • Miyuki 11/0 seed beads
  • Miyuki 8/0 seed beads
  • Wildfire Beading Thread
  • Size 10 beading needles
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather Cup Buttons, SuperDuo beads, 11/0 and 8/0 Miyuki seed beads, beading thread, and needles.
    Thread Preparation: Cut a length of thread and attach needles to both ends.
    Start with Clasp: Add a Cup Button with SuperDuo beads to serve as the bracelet's clasp.
    Form the Body: Alternately add Cup Buttons and SuperDuos, separated by seed beads, to create the bracelet’s body.
    Close the Bracelet: After reaching the desired length, create a loop with seed beads that fits around the initial Cup Button to serve as a clasp.
    Secure and Finish: Secure the ends with knots and trim excess thread.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Item Description

    This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make our "Captured Cups" bracelet design, using Cup Buttons, Czech SuperDuo beads, Miyuki 11/0 seed beads, and 8/0 seed beads. Find links for where to buy these products below.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Cup Buttons
  • Czech SuperDuo beads
  • Miyuki 11/0 seed beads
  • Miyuki 8/0 seed beads
  • Wildfire Beading Thread
  • Size 10 beading needles
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather Cup Buttons, SuperDuo beads, 11/0 and 8/0 Miyuki seed beads, beading thread, and needles.
    Thread Preparation: Cut a length of thread and attach needles to both ends.
    Start with Clasp: Add a Cup Button with SuperDuo beads to serve as the bracelet's clasp.
    Form the Body: Alternately add Cup Buttons and SuperDuos, separated by seed beads, to create the bracelet’s body.
    Close the Bracelet: After reaching the desired length, create a loop with seed beads that fits around the initial Cup Button to serve as a clasp.
    Secure and Finish: Secure the ends with knots and trim excess thread.