Pearly Whites Bracelet Tutorial

Show off your pearly whites - that is your Pearly Whites Bracelet, of course, that can be strung together with practically any materials! In yet another one of Allie's basic beading tutorials, she uses a multi-strand clasp along with simple stringing techniques to create a multilayer design. Have fun making the Pearly Whites Bracelet or any color you want in this multistrand tube clasp project!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Pearly Whites Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials for ~7.5-inch (19cm) wrist:
  • Czech Pearls 8mm - White, ~10 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 3x4mm - Crystal, ~30 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 1.5x2mm - Opal, ~30 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Bead 8/0 - White Pearl Ceylon, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Gold, ~1 Gram
  • Tube Clasp 3 Strand - Gold Plated, 1 Piece
  • Crimp Tubes 2x2mm - Gold Plated, 6 Pieces
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather all beads, the tube clasp, and crimp tubes as listed.
    Strand Preparation: Begin with the focal strand (middle), using 8mm Czech pearls, and design your pattern. Use smaller beads towards the ends to prevent clustering at the clasp.
    Stringing Beads: Follow your pattern, alternating between Czech pearls, crystal rondelles, and Miyuki seed beads. Ensure the focal strand is pearl-heavy.
    Attaching to Clasp: Start with the middle strand for crimping to the tube clasp, ensuring an even length across all strands. Repeat the process for the remaining strands.
    Adjusting Lengths: Ensure all strands are of equal length for a balanced finish. Adjust by adding or removing beads as necessary.
    Final Crimping: Secure all strands to both ends of the clasp with crimp tubes. Ensure no extra wire is showing for a neat finish.
    Customization: Feel encouraged to vary the beads and colors to make the bracelet uniquely yours.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Show off your pearly whites - that is your Pearly Whites Bracelet, of course, that can be strung together with practically any materials! In yet another one of Allie's basic beading tutorials, she uses a multi-strand clasp along with simple stringing techniques to create a multilayer design. Have fun making the Pearly Whites Bracelet or any color you want in this multistrand tube clasp project!

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials for ~7.5-inch (19cm) wrist:
  • Czech Pearls 8mm - White, ~10 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 3x4mm - Crystal, ~30 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 1.5x2mm - Opal, ~30 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Bead 8/0 - White Pearl Ceylon, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Gold, ~1 Gram
  • Tube Clasp 3 Strand - Gold Plated, 1 Piece
  • Crimp Tubes 2x2mm - Gold Plated, 6 Pieces
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather all beads, the tube clasp, and crimp tubes as listed.
    Strand Preparation: Begin with the focal strand (middle), using 8mm Czech pearls, and design your pattern. Use smaller beads towards the ends to prevent clustering at the clasp.
    Stringing Beads: Follow your pattern, alternating between Czech pearls, crystal rondelles, and Miyuki seed beads. Ensure the focal strand is pearl-heavy.
    Attaching to Clasp: Start with the middle strand for crimping to the tube clasp, ensuring an even length across all strands. Repeat the process for the remaining strands.
    Adjusting Lengths: Ensure all strands are of equal length for a balanced finish. Adjust by adding or removing beads as necessary.
    Final Crimping: Secure all strands to both ends of the clasp with crimp tubes. Ensure no extra wire is showing for a neat finish.
    Customization: Feel encouraged to vary the beads and colors to make the bracelet uniquely yours.