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Firefly Bracelet II Tutorial

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In this PotomacBeads tutorial you will learn how to use a CRAW stitch to create the Firefly Bracelet II. Delicate firefly wings will flitter on your wrist with this showstopper bracelet.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Firefly Bracelet II Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials: •2-Hole Dagger - Etched Sliperit Full, ~40 Piecesn •EVA® Beads - Pastel Petrol, ~20 Pieces •RounDuo® Beads - Aztec Gold, ~11 Pieces •Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Silver Lined Dark Topaz AB, ~2 Grams •Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Muscat, ~2 Grams •Cup Button - Crystal Etched Sliperit Full, 1 piece

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In this PotomacBeads tutorial you will learn how to use a CRAW stitch to create the Firefly Bracelet II. Delicate firefly wings will flitter on your wrist with this showstopper bracelet.
1. Put 2 size 12 needles onto .006 Wildfire beading thread. Pick up three 15/0s and then bring both needles up through a cup button. Add two 15/0s onto each needle. Make sure you have equal amounts of thread on both sides. Pick up four 11/0s onto one needle and bring the second needle through the beads in the opposite direction.
2. Watch the Firefly Bracelet II tutorial with Allie as she shares her step-by-step directions to create the beautiful piece of DIY jewelry.
3. Bring the two thread ends together at the end of the project. Tie the 2 ends together and then separate the threads by bringing them down into the interior of the design. Burn the edges flush against the project.
The Firefly Bracelet II is a great 2-needle project that is suitable for most beading skills. Enjoy wearing this beautiful beaded bracelet out or make one as an unforgettable gift for someone special.

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
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Item Description

In this PotomacBeads tutorial you will learn how to use a CRAW stitch to create the Firefly Bracelet II. Delicate firefly wings will flitter on your wrist with this showstopper bracelet.

Designer's Material List

The Designer’s suggested colors and materials: •2-Hole Dagger - Etched Sliperit Full, ~40 Piecesn •EVA® Beads - Pastel Petrol, ~20 Pieces •RounDuo® Beads - Aztec Gold, ~11 Pieces •Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Silver Lined Dark Topaz AB, ~2 Grams •Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Muscat, ~2 Grams •Cup Button - Crystal Etched Sliperit Full, 1 piece

Project Steps

In this PotomacBeads tutorial you will learn how to use a CRAW stitch to create the Firefly Bracelet II. Delicate firefly wings will flitter on your wrist with this showstopper bracelet.
1. Put 2 size 12 needles onto .006 Wildfire beading thread. Pick up three 15/0s and then bring both needles up through a cup button. Add two 15/0s onto each needle. Make sure you have equal amounts of thread on both sides. Pick up four 11/0s onto one needle and bring the second needle through the beads in the opposite direction.
2. Watch the Firefly Bracelet II tutorial with Allie as she shares her step-by-step directions to create the beautiful piece of DIY jewelry.
3. Bring the two thread ends together at the end of the project. Tie the 2 ends together and then separate the threads by bringing them down into the interior of the design. Burn the edges flush against the project.
The Firefly Bracelet II is a great 2-needle project that is suitable for most beading skills. Enjoy wearing this beautiful beaded bracelet out or make one as an unforgettable gift for someone special.