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Swirlies Bracelet Tutorial

In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie asked her 8-year-old daughter to grab some random beads to work on a new project. This is the easy result.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Swirlies Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Round Trio Beads
  • ZoliDuo Beads (either left or right, doesn't matter)
  • Seed Beads (sizes 11/0 and 15/0)
  • Wildfire Beading Thread (0.006)
  • Size 10 Beading Needle
  • Button for Clasp
  • Stop Bead (for starting the project)
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare 5 feet of beading thread on a size 10 needle with a stop bead.
    Start with the center row using Round Trio beads as the base.
    Add ZoliDuos facing inwards towards each Round Trio, alternating the sides.
    Integrate 11/0 seed beads between the ZoliDuos and Round Trios.
    Attach the clasp using a button and loop method.
    Begin outer rows by adding seed beads and using the additional holes in the Round Trios.
    Complete one side before moving to the opposite side to ensure symmetry.
    Finish with reinforcing the bracelet and closing any gaps.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    • 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"
    Swirlies Bracelet Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie asked her 8-year-old daughter to grab some random beads to work on a new project. This is the easy result.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Round Trio Beads
  • ZoliDuo Beads (either left or right, doesn't matter)
  • Seed Beads (sizes 11/0 and 15/0)
  • Wildfire Beading Thread (0.006)
  • Size 10 Beading Needle
  • Button for Clasp
  • Stop Bead (for starting the project)
  • Project Steps

    Prepare 5 feet of beading thread on a size 10 needle with a stop bead.
    Start with the center row using Round Trio beads as the base.
    Add ZoliDuos facing inwards towards each Round Trio, alternating the sides.
    Integrate 11/0 seed beads between the ZoliDuos and Round Trios.
    Attach the clasp using a button and loop method.
    Begin outer rows by adding seed beads and using the additional holes in the Round Trios.
    Complete one side before moving to the opposite side to ensure symmetry.
    Finish with reinforcing the bracelet and closing any gaps.