Pyramid & Drop Bracelet Tutorial

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This new video from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make our quick and easy "Pyramid & Drop" bracelet design, using Czech 6mm two hole pyramid beads, SuperDuos, O Beads, Miyuki 11/0 seed beads, Miyuki 8/0 seed beads, Miyuki 3.4mm drops, and a cup button clasp. Find links to get each of these products online below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Pyramid & Drop Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Czech 6mm two-hole pyramid beads
  • SuperDuos (white pastel bronze)
  • O Beads (crystal labrador full)
  • Miyuki 11/0 seed beads (matte opaque seafoam)
  • Miyuki 8/0 seed beads (metallic matte bronze)
  • Miyuki 3.4mm drops (opaque turquoise blue Picasso)
  • Cup button clasp (jade Picasso)
  • Wildfire 0.006" beading thread
  • Size 10 English beading needles
  • Bead mat, scissors or thread burner, needle nose pliers, glue
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Cut approximately 4 feet of beading thread, attaching a needle to each end.
    Add Clasp: Start with the cup button clasp, adding it and the first SuperDuo bead to your thread.
    Initial Beading Pattern: Begin your pattern with 11/0 seed beads, followed by 8/0 seed beads, and establish the base of the bracelet.
    Main Pattern: Alternate between O Beads, 8/0 seed beads, Miyuki drops, and SuperDuos, incorporating pyramid beads at intervals to create the bracelet's body.
    Repeat Pattern: Continue the established pattern, ensuring even spacing and symmetry throughout the bracelet.
    Finish with Clasp: Create a loop with 11/0 seed beads for the cup button clasp to secure, reinforcing the loop for durability.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    This new video from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make our quick and easy "Pyramid & Drop" bracelet design, using Czech 6mm two hole pyramid beads, SuperDuos, O Beads, Miyuki 11/0 seed beads, Miyuki 8/0 seed beads, Miyuki 3.4mm drops, and a cup button clasp. Find links to get each of these products online below.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Czech 6mm two-hole pyramid beads
  • SuperDuos (white pastel bronze)
  • O Beads (crystal labrador full)
  • Miyuki 11/0 seed beads (matte opaque seafoam)
  • Miyuki 8/0 seed beads (metallic matte bronze)
  • Miyuki 3.4mm drops (opaque turquoise blue Picasso)
  • Cup button clasp (jade Picasso)
  • Wildfire 0.006" beading thread
  • Size 10 English beading needles
  • Bead mat, scissors or thread burner, needle nose pliers, glue
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Cut approximately 4 feet of beading thread, attaching a needle to each end.
    Add Clasp: Start with the cup button clasp, adding it and the first SuperDuo bead to your thread.
    Initial Beading Pattern: Begin your pattern with 11/0 seed beads, followed by 8/0 seed beads, and establish the base of the bracelet.
    Main Pattern: Alternate between O Beads, 8/0 seed beads, Miyuki drops, and SuperDuos, incorporating pyramid beads at intervals to create the bracelet's body.
    Repeat Pattern: Continue the established pattern, ensuring even spacing and symmetry throughout the bracelet.
    Finish with Clasp: Create a loop with 11/0 seed beads for the cup button clasp to secure, reinforcing the loop for durability.