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Grecian Bugle Bracelet Tutorial

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This tutorial from PotomacBeads shows you how to make the Grecian bracelet, which uses your choice of bugle beads (twisted 12mm or 6mm, or straight 3mm or 6mm) and your choice of 8/0 and 11/0 seed beads. This bracelet also uses a mixture of a ladder and flat herringbone stitch. Enjoy!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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Step 2: Watch the 
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Grecian Bugle Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials for ~7.5-inch (19cm) wrist:
Miyuki Twisted Bugle - Matte Black
Miyuki Drops - Metallic Dark Plum Iris
Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Purple Lined Amethyst AB
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Metallic Malachite Green

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Start with a ladder stitch foundation using your chosen seed beads.
Transition into a herringbone stitch, adding two beads at a time for the pattern.
Incorporate twisted bugle beads and Miyuki drops at designated points to enhance the bracelet’s appearance.
Continue the pattern, alternating between the seed beads and bugle beads, ensuring to add a bugle bead every other stitch for a balanced look.
Utilize the drops to conceal any exposed thread on the sides, maintaining the aesthetic integrity of the bracelet.
Complete the bracelet by securing the ends and adding a clasp for wearability.

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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This tutorial from PotomacBeads shows you how to make the Grecian bracelet, which uses your choice of bugle beads (twisted 12mm or 6mm, or straight 3mm or 6mm) and your choice of 8/0 and 11/0 seed beads. This bracelet also uses a mixture of a ladder and flat herringbone stitch. Enjoy!

Designer's Material List

The designer's suggested colors & materials for ~7.5-inch (19cm) wrist:
Miyuki Twisted Bugle - Matte Black
Miyuki Drops - Metallic Dark Plum Iris
Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Purple Lined Amethyst AB
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Metallic Malachite Green

Project Steps

Start with a ladder stitch foundation using your chosen seed beads.
Transition into a herringbone stitch, adding two beads at a time for the pattern.
Incorporate twisted bugle beads and Miyuki drops at designated points to enhance the bracelet’s appearance.
Continue the pattern, alternating between the seed beads and bugle beads, ensuring to add a bugle bead every other stitch for a balanced look.
Utilize the drops to conceal any exposed thread on the sides, maintaining the aesthetic integrity of the bracelet.
Complete the bracelet by securing the ends and adding a clasp for wearability.