Dragonfly Wings Bracelet Tutorial

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In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Bridgette shows you how to make her "Mystic Dragonfly" Bracelet. Gather your Materials from the list below to get started!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Dragonfly Wings Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Mini Silky - Jade Terracotta Red, 19 Beads
  • DropDuo - White Antique Chrome, 36 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Bead 15/0 - Duracoat Silver Lined Copper, ~2 grams
  • Table Cut Button - Opaque Lilac Travertine, 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Preparing the Materials: Gather your beads, a table-cut button, and thread two needles.
    Starting the Bracelet: Thread on 36 15/0 seed beads, add the table cut button as the clasp, and secure with a loop.
    Adding Beads: Alternate between Mini Silky beads and two DropDuo beads, ensuring the DropDuos are positioned with points facing inward.
    Continuing the Pattern: Keep adding the beads following the pattern until the bracelet reaches the desired length.
    Finishing Touches: Add embellishments around the button and secure the ends with additional 15/0 seed beads.
    Final Adjustments: Thread through the bracelet to add stability, tie off the ends securely, and trim excess thread.

    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

    In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Bridgette shows you how to make her "Mystic Dragonfly" Bracelet. Gather your Materials from the list below to get started!

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Mini Silky - Jade Terracotta Red, 19 Beads
  • DropDuo - White Antique Chrome, 36 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Bead 15/0 - Duracoat Silver Lined Copper, ~2 grams
  • Table Cut Button - Opaque Lilac Travertine, 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Preparing the Materials: Gather your beads, a table-cut button, and thread two needles.
    Starting the Bracelet: Thread on 36 15/0 seed beads, add the table cut button as the clasp, and secure with a loop.
    Adding Beads: Alternate between Mini Silky beads and two DropDuo beads, ensuring the DropDuos are positioned with points facing inward.
    Continuing the Pattern: Keep adding the beads following the pattern until the bracelet reaches the desired length.
    Finishing Touches: Add embellishments around the button and secure the ends with additional 15/0 seed beads.
    Final Adjustments: Thread through the bracelet to add stability, tie off the ends securely, and trim excess thread.