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Prepare Materials: Gather all beads, thread, needles, and clasp.
Thread Needles: Thread each end of a 5-foot thread with a needle.
Attach Clasp: Start by attaching the cup button clasp, using 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads for decoration.
Begin Beading Pattern: Follow the beading pattern, alternating between Round Duo beads and two-hole bars, accentuated with crystal rondelles and seed beads for texture and shimmer.
Repeat Pattern: Continue the beading pattern to the desired length of the bracelet.
Finish with Loop Closure: Conclude the bracelet with a loop closure made from 11/0 seed beads, ensuring a secure fit.
Final Touches: Secure thread ends with knots and a dab of glue for durability.
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Item Description
In this jewelry-making video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie Buchman teaches you how to make Honey Greene's "Castanets" bracelet design. You can also use a variety of different 2-hole beads in place of the 2-hole bar beads for variations on this projects.
Designer's Material List
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
Round Duo beads (14-16 pieces)
Two-hole bar beads (20-24 pieces)
Miyuki 11/0 seed beads
Miyuki 15/0 seed beads
Potomac Crystal rondelles (or 4mm bicones)
Cup button for closure
Beading thread (approx. 5 feet)
Size 10 beading needles (2)
Project Steps
Prepare Materials: Gather all beads, thread, needles, and clasp.
Thread Needles: Thread each end of a 5-foot thread with a needle.
Attach Clasp: Start by attaching the cup button clasp, using 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads for decoration.
Begin Beading Pattern: Follow the beading pattern, alternating between Round Duo beads and two-hole bars, accentuated with crystal rondelles and seed beads for texture and shimmer.
Repeat Pattern: Continue the beading pattern to the desired length of the bracelet.
Finish with Loop Closure: Conclude the bracelet with a loop closure made from 11/0 seed beads, ensuring a secure fit.
Final Touches: Secure thread ends with knots and a dab of glue for durability.
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Bullet 2
Bullet 3
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