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Elizabethian Ruff Bracelet Tutorial

This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Anna Tonnesen's 'Elizabethian Ruff' bracelet. Find a list of supplies in the description.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Elizabethian Ruff Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Faceted RounTrio® Beads - Jet Capri Gold Full
  • RounTrio® Beads - Aztec Gold
  • Czech Drops - Crystal Lila Vega Luster
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Turquoise Blue Luster
  • Cup Button - Amber Picasso
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all beads, two needles, and about 5 feet of beading thread.
    Start with the Clasp: Thread a needle on each end of the thread, add three 11/0 seed beads, and pass both needles through a cup button. Add three more 11/0 seed beads on each side.
    Adding Round Trios: Add an 11/0 seed bead, then a Round Trio bead, crossing needles through the first hole. Add another 11/0 on each side and cross through the middle hole of the Round Trio.
    Expand the Bracelet: Continue adding Round Trio beads and 11/0 seed beads, alternating the needle passage through the Round Trio beads' holes to form the base.
    Making the Loop: Create a loop at the other end for the clasp using 11/0 seed beads.
    Inserting Drops: On both sides, add Czech drops next to each Round Trio by passing through every three seed beads.
    Finishing Touches: After adding all drops, secure the thread with knots, apply glue if desired, 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?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Elizabethian Ruff Bracelet Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Item Description

    This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Anna Tonnesen's 'Elizabethian Ruff' bracelet. Find a list of supplies in the description.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Faceted RounTrio® Beads - Jet Capri Gold Full
  • RounTrio® Beads - Aztec Gold
  • Czech Drops - Crystal Lila Vega Luster
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Turquoise Blue Luster
  • Cup Button - Amber Picasso
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all beads, two needles, and about 5 feet of beading thread.
    Start with the Clasp: Thread a needle on each end of the thread, add three 11/0 seed beads, and pass both needles through a cup button. Add three more 11/0 seed beads on each side.
    Adding Round Trios: Add an 11/0 seed bead, then a Round Trio bead, crossing needles through the first hole. Add another 11/0 on each side and cross through the middle hole of the Round Trio.
    Expand the Bracelet: Continue adding Round Trio beads and 11/0 seed beads, alternating the needle passage through the Round Trio beads' holes to form the base.
    Making the Loop: Create a loop at the other end for the clasp using 11/0 seed beads.
    Inserting Drops: On both sides, add Czech drops next to each Round Trio by passing through every three seed beads.
    Finishing Touches: After adding all drops, secure the thread with knots, apply glue if desired, and trim excess thread.