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Bluesette Tile Bracelet Tutorial

In this tutorial, Allie teaches you how to combine Czech glass tiles, sparkly Potomac Crystal Bicone beads, and delicate Potomac Pearls into a bold statement bracelet. So grab these materials, some Miyuki 11/0 seed beads, Miyuki 15/0 seed beads, and an Infinite Clasp, and join in. This technique will also make adorable earrings! Technique learned: Bead weaving

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Bluesette Tile Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Czech Tile Beads - Turquoise 6mm, ~ 32 Pieces
  • Potomac Pearls - Cream Rose 4mm, ~ 32 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Vintage Rose AB, ~ 32 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - S/L Light Blush, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Light Bronze 15/0, ~ 2 Grams
  • Potomax Infinite Cabochon Clasp 12.5mm, 1 Piece
  • Czech Cabochons - Turquoise Gold Splash 10mm (Pack of 5), 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Learn how to make square components with tiles, Potomac pearls and crystals in this PotomacBeads tutorial. The Bluesette Tile Bracelet is an elegant looking bracelet that shimmers on your wrist with a pop of color. 1. Put a stop bead onto the end of the thread, leaving about 10 inches for a tail. Pick up a tile bead followed by a Potomac pearl. Repeat 4 times. Bring the needle back up the first 3 beads. Pick up three 15/0s, an 11/0 and three more 15/0s. Bring the thread over the pearl and into the next tile. Finish all the corners in this fashion. 2. Watch the Bluesette Tile Bracelet tutorial to follow along with Allie as she shows you how to create the pattern used in her beaded bracelet design. 3. Add two 15/0s and an 11/0 to the end of the bracelet. Sew through the loop of a Potomax infinite clasp. Pick up one 11/0 and two 15/0s and sew into the project. Reinforce the loop. Add the tongue end to the other side. Knot the thread. Burn any lose edges. Glue a cabochon into the clasp. The Bluesette Tile Bracelet can be made with a number of different materials. Use the components to make matching earrings or a beautiful necklace. Technique learned: Bead weaving

    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?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Bluesette Tile Bracelet Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Item Description

    In this tutorial, Allie teaches you how to combine Czech glass tiles, sparkly Potomac Crystal Bicone beads, and delicate Potomac Pearls into a bold statement bracelet. So grab these materials, some Miyuki 11/0 seed beads, Miyuki 15/0 seed beads, and an Infinite Clasp, and join in. This technique will also make adorable earrings! Technique learned: Bead weaving

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Czech Tile Beads - Turquoise 6mm, ~ 32 Pieces
  • Potomac Pearls - Cream Rose 4mm, ~ 32 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Vintage Rose AB, ~ 32 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - S/L Light Blush, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Light Bronze 15/0, ~ 2 Grams
  • Potomax Infinite Cabochon Clasp 12.5mm, 1 Piece
  • Czech Cabochons - Turquoise Gold Splash 10mm (Pack of 5), 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Learn how to make square components with tiles, Potomac pearls and crystals in this PotomacBeads tutorial. The Bluesette Tile Bracelet is an elegant looking bracelet that shimmers on your wrist with a pop of color. 1. Put a stop bead onto the end of the thread, leaving about 10 inches for a tail. Pick up a tile bead followed by a Potomac pearl. Repeat 4 times. Bring the needle back up the first 3 beads. Pick up three 15/0s, an 11/0 and three more 15/0s. Bring the thread over the pearl and into the next tile. Finish all the corners in this fashion. 2. Watch the Bluesette Tile Bracelet tutorial to follow along with Allie as she shows you how to create the pattern used in her beaded bracelet design. 3. Add two 15/0s and an 11/0 to the end of the bracelet. Sew through the loop of a Potomax infinite clasp. Pick up one 11/0 and two 15/0s and sew into the project. Reinforce the loop. Add the tongue end to the other side. Knot the thread. Burn any lose edges. Glue a cabochon into the clasp. The Bluesette Tile Bracelet can be made with a number of different materials. Use the components to make matching earrings or a beautiful necklace. Technique learned: Bead weaving