Bird's Eye View Bracelet Tutorial

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Learn how to create a beautiful Bird's Eye View Bracelet in this detailed DIY jewelry-making tutorial by PotomacBeads. Using Miyuki 8/0, 11/0, and 15/0 beads, Potomac 6mm pearls, and Dragonthread, you'll master the modified Herringbone stitch and embellish your bracelet with intricate beadwork. The tutorial also covers attaching a platinum Claspgarten clasp with Athenacast jump rings. Perfect for DIY jewelry enthusiasts, this video provides step-by-step guidance to help you craft a stunning bracelet that showcases your artistic flair.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Bird's Eye View Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac 6mm pearl - almond satin, 2 beads
  • Miyuki 8/0 - duracoat opaque juniper berry, 144 beads
  • Miyuki 11/0 - duracoat silver lined dark charcoal, 34 beads
  • Miyuki 15/0 - duracoat galvanized light smoky pewter, 8 beads
  • Dragonthread 8 smoke, 6 feet
  • Athenacast 21G jump ring - silver, 2 pieces
  • Claspgarten nested pearl & crystal flower box push clasp - platinum, 1 piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all the necessary beads, thread, jump rings, and clasp. Start the Base: Use a modified Herringbone or square stitch with Miyuki 8/0 beads to create the base of the bracelet. Add Pearls: Insert Potomac 6mm pearls at intervals, securing them with additional rows of beadwork. Attach the Clasp: Use Miyuki 8/0 beads and Athenacast jump rings to attach the Claspgarten clasp to the bracelet ends. Embellish the Bracelet: Add Miyuki 11/0 beads around the pearls using a square stitch to create the Bird's Eye View effect. Reinforce and Finish: Secure the beadwork by reinforcing stitches and trimming excess thread. Attach the clasp to complete the bracelet.

    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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    Item Description

    Learn how to create a beautiful Bird's Eye View Bracelet in this detailed DIY jewelry-making tutorial by PotomacBeads. Using Miyuki 8/0, 11/0, and 15/0 beads, Potomac 6mm pearls, and Dragonthread, you'll master the modified Herringbone stitch and embellish your bracelet with intricate beadwork. The tutorial also covers attaching a platinum Claspgarten clasp with Athenacast jump rings. Perfect for DIY jewelry enthusiasts, this video provides step-by-step guidance to help you craft a stunning bracelet that showcases your artistic flair.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac 6mm pearl - almond satin, 2 beads
  • Miyuki 8/0 - duracoat opaque juniper berry, 144 beads
  • Miyuki 11/0 - duracoat silver lined dark charcoal, 34 beads
  • Miyuki 15/0 - duracoat galvanized light smoky pewter, 8 beads
  • Dragonthread 8 smoke, 6 feet
  • Athenacast 21G jump ring - silver, 2 pieces
  • Claspgarten nested pearl & crystal flower box push clasp - platinum, 1 piece
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all the necessary beads, thread, jump rings, and clasp. Start the Base: Use a modified Herringbone or square stitch with Miyuki 8/0 beads to create the base of the bracelet. Add Pearls: Insert Potomac 6mm pearls at intervals, securing them with additional rows of beadwork. Attach the Clasp: Use Miyuki 8/0 beads and Athenacast jump rings to attach the Claspgarten clasp to the bracelet ends. Embellish the Bracelet: Add Miyuki 11/0 beads around the pearls using a square stitch to create the Bird's Eye View effect. Reinforce and Finish: Secure the beadwork by reinforcing stitches and trimming excess thread. Attach the clasp to complete the bracelet.