Neptune's Garden Tutorial

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Guest designer Marissa Vallejo makes the simply gorgeous Neptune's Garden Bracelet. This easy to make bracelet features components using Potomax 2-hole Halo Beads, RounTrio Beads, Potomac Crystals and seed beads. You could also turn the components into a necklace or a pendant. Technique Learned: Netting Stitch

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Neptune's Garden Tutorial
The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Potomax 2-Hole Halo Bead - silver, ~ 10 Pieces
  • Tubelet - Metallic Violet, ~ 31 Pieces
  • SuperDuo Bead - Jet Iris, ~ 44 Beads
  • RounTrio - White Lila Vega Luster, ~10 pcs
  • PC Rondelles 1.5x2mm - Blue Montana, ~36 pcs
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Crystal Lab Full, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Galv Champagne,~ 2 Grams
  • Jump Rings, ~5 pieces
  • Lobster Clasp - Silver, 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare the Base: Start by threading four tubelet beads, separating each with an 11/0 seed bead, a SuperDuo bead, and another 11/0 seed bead.
    Form the First Unit: Tie a knot to secure the base and pass through all beads again to reinforce the structure.
    Add Embellishments: Incorporate halo beads and RounTrio beads, ensuring to pass through the beads multiple times for stability.
    Incorporate Crystals: Add Potomac Crystals between the seed beads for added sparkle.
    Assemble the Bracelet: Continue adding units until the bracelet reaches the desired length.
    Attach the Clasp: Finish by attaching jump rings and a lobster clasp for closure.

    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?

    Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Beading Mat - Beading Design Mat
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Guest designer Marissa Vallejo makes the simply gorgeous Neptune's Garden Bracelet. This easy to make bracelet features components using Potomax 2-hole Halo Beads, RounTrio Beads, Potomac Crystals and seed beads. You could also turn the components into a necklace or a pendant. Technique Learned: Netting Stitch

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Potomax 2-Hole Halo Bead - silver, ~ 10 Pieces
  • Tubelet - Metallic Violet, ~ 31 Pieces
  • SuperDuo Bead - Jet Iris, ~ 44 Beads
  • RounTrio - White Lila Vega Luster, ~10 pcs
  • PC Rondelles 1.5x2mm - Blue Montana, ~36 pcs
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Crystal Lab Full, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Galv Champagne,~ 2 Grams
  • Jump Rings, ~5 pieces
  • Lobster Clasp - Silver, 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Prepare the Base: Start by threading four tubelet beads, separating each with an 11/0 seed bead, a SuperDuo bead, and another 11/0 seed bead.
    Form the First Unit: Tie a knot to secure the base and pass through all beads again to reinforce the structure.
    Add Embellishments: Incorporate halo beads and RounTrio beads, ensuring to pass through the beads multiple times for stability.
    Incorporate Crystals: Add Potomac Crystals between the seed beads for added sparkle.
    Assemble the Bracelet: Continue adding units until the bracelet reaches the desired length.
    Attach the Clasp: Finish by attaching jump rings and a lobster clasp for closure.