Unusual Beauty Bracelet Tutorial

In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Marissa Vallejo teaches you how to make her "Unusual Beauty" bracelet.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Unusual Beauty Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
AVA® Bead - Metallic Aqua, 10 PIeces
DiscDuo Bead - Crystal Sliperit, 10 Pieces
CzechMates Bricks - Aztec Gold, ~6-8 Pieces
2-Hole Lentils - Dark Bronze, 20 Pieces
Potomac Crystal Rondelles 3x4mm, - Champagne AB
Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Crystal Labrador Full
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Opaque Hydrangea
Cup Buttons - Vintage Copper, 1 Piece

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Start by attaching the cup button using seed beads.
Add three 11/0 seed beads on each needle and cross through a two-hole brick bead.
Alternate between adding AVA beads, DiscDuo beads, CzechMates Bricks, and 2-Hole Lentils, following the specific pattern demonstrated in the tutorial.
Create the base of the bracelet with a continuous bead addition until you reach the desired length.
Add a loop for the cup button using 11/0 seed beads.
Finish by reinforcing the beadwork, securing the thread ends, and adding decorative edges if desired.

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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In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Marissa Vallejo teaches you how to make her "Unusual Beauty" bracelet.

Designer's Material List

The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
AVA® Bead - Metallic Aqua, 10 PIeces
DiscDuo Bead - Crystal Sliperit, 10 Pieces
CzechMates Bricks - Aztec Gold, ~6-8 Pieces
2-Hole Lentils - Dark Bronze, 20 Pieces
Potomac Crystal Rondelles 3x4mm, - Champagne AB
Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Crystal Labrador Full
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Opaque Hydrangea
Cup Buttons - Vintage Copper, 1 Piece

Project Steps

Start by attaching the cup button using seed beads.
Add three 11/0 seed beads on each needle and cross through a two-hole brick bead.
Alternate between adding AVA beads, DiscDuo beads, CzechMates Bricks, and 2-Hole Lentils, following the specific pattern demonstrated in the tutorial.
Create the base of the bracelet with a continuous bead addition until you reach the desired length.
Add a loop for the cup button using 11/0 seed beads.
Finish by reinforcing the beadwork, securing the thread ends, and adding decorative edges if desired.