Cranberry Bracelet Tutorial

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Create a bracelet using 2 needle right angle weave using metal round beads, glass pearls and crystal bicones. Watch Allie in this DIY video to learn the step by step instructions to create this one of a kind bracelet being featured in the November Potomac Beads Kit subscription.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Cranberry Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Brass Beads Seamless Smooth Round 8, ~ 9 Beads
  • Potomac Pearls - Platinum 6mm, ~ 10 Beads
  • RounDuo Mini Beads - Lava Red 4mm, ~ 36 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Siam 4mm, ~ 54 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Picasso Opaque Red, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Galvanized Silver 15/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Claspgarten Infinite Customizable Box, 1 Piece
  • Czech Cabochons - Lava Red 10mm, 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather metal round beads, glass pearls, crystal bicones, seed beads (11/0, 15/0), a clasp, and two needles with thread. Start with Clasp: Attach the clasp using two needles and begin the base of the bracelet with a right-angle weave, adding beads in a specified order. Add Beads: Follow the pattern of adding seed beads and crisscrossing through pearl beads, ensuring a snug fit and proper alignment. Continue Pattern: Maintain the sequence of adding different-sized beads and crisscrossing through them, ensuring thread tension is even. Cinching Up: After reaching the desired length, add the clasp at the other end and cinch the bracelet for a snug fit. Add Decorative Elements: Embellish the bracelet with additional seed beads and crystals, enhancing the bracelet's appearance. Finalize the Bracelet: Secure the clasp, trim any excess thread, and add any final touches for a polished look.

    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

    Create a bracelet using 2 needle right angle weave using metal round beads, glass pearls and crystal bicones. Watch Allie in this DIY video to learn the step by step instructions to create this one of a kind bracelet being featured in the November Potomac Beads Kit subscription.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Brass Beads Seamless Smooth Round 8, ~ 9 Beads
  • Potomac Pearls - Platinum 6mm, ~ 10 Beads
  • RounDuo Mini Beads - Lava Red 4mm, ~ 36 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Siam 4mm, ~ 54 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Picasso Opaque Red, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Galvanized Silver 15/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Claspgarten Infinite Customizable Box, 1 Piece
  • Czech Cabochons - Lava Red 10mm, 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather metal round beads, glass pearls, crystal bicones, seed beads (11/0, 15/0), a clasp, and two needles with thread. Start with Clasp: Attach the clasp using two needles and begin the base of the bracelet with a right-angle weave, adding beads in a specified order. Add Beads: Follow the pattern of adding seed beads and crisscrossing through pearl beads, ensuring a snug fit and proper alignment. Continue Pattern: Maintain the sequence of adding different-sized beads and crisscrossing through them, ensuring thread tension is even. Cinching Up: After reaching the desired length, add the clasp at the other end and cinch the bracelet for a snug fit. Add Decorative Elements: Embellish the bracelet with additional seed beads and crystals, enhancing the bracelet's appearance. Finalize the Bracelet: Secure the clasp, trim any excess thread, and add any final touches for a polished look.