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Paris Bracelet Tutorial

In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads , Allie teaches you how to make her “Paris Bracelet” featuring IrisDuos. Gather your materials from the list below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Paris Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
IrisDuo - Aztec Gold, ~ 36 Pieces
Potomac Crystal Navette- Crystal Ab 5x10mm, ~ 8 Pieces
Potomac Crystal Chaton SS24 - Crystal AB SS24,~9 pieces
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Crystal Lab Full, ~2g
Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Crystal Lab Full, ~2g
Elegant Elements Clasp- Hex 22x12mm SP,1 Piece
Wire Guards, 2 Pieces

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Begin with .006 Wildfire thread, adding a stop bead.
Add your first IrisDuo bead, followed by alternating IrisDuos and 11/0 seed beads.
Create a bezel with 15/0 seed beads for the Potomac Crystal Chaton.
Securely add the Elegant Elements Clasp using wire guards.
Repeat the process, adding Navettes and creating links between each section.
Finish by reinforcing the clasp and tying off the 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"
Paris Bracelet Tutorial
PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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Item Description

In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads , Allie teaches you how to make her “Paris Bracelet” featuring IrisDuos. Gather your materials from the list below.

Designer's Material List

The designer's suggested colors & materials:
IrisDuo - Aztec Gold, ~ 36 Pieces
Potomac Crystal Navette- Crystal Ab 5x10mm, ~ 8 Pieces
Potomac Crystal Chaton SS24 - Crystal AB SS24,~9 pieces
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Crystal Lab Full, ~2g
Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Crystal Lab Full, ~2g
Elegant Elements Clasp- Hex 22x12mm SP,1 Piece
Wire Guards, 2 Pieces

Project Steps

Begin with .006 Wildfire thread, adding a stop bead.
Add your first IrisDuo bead, followed by alternating IrisDuos and 11/0 seed beads.
Create a bezel with 15/0 seed beads for the Potomac Crystal Chaton.
Securely add the Elegant Elements Clasp using wire guards.
Repeat the process, adding Navettes and creating links between each section.
Finish by reinforcing the clasp and tying off the thread.