In this video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company, Allie teaches you how to make quick and easy stretch bracelets with 2-hole beads. These same principles can be applied to nearly an shape/size of 2 hole beads as well!
2-hole pillow beads (9x17mm, in white mint luster and jet lila vega luster colors)
Miyuki spacers (3x1.3mm, in matte metallic patina iris and bronze metallic colors)
Potomac crystal rounds (in gold champagne color)
1mm stretchy string (alternatively, 0.8mm can be used)
Super new glue
Scissors
Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps
Quick Project Steps
Cut two 10-inch pieces of stretchy string.
Start by alternating pillow beads with Miyuki spacers, following the mint chocolate chip color scheme.
Intersperse the pattern with Potomac crystal rounds for added sparkle.
Ensure the stretchy string is the maximum thickness that fits through the beads for durability.
After beading approximately 7.5 inches, tie the ends with a secure knot and apply a dab of glue for reinforcement.
Trim excess string and adjust the bracelet to hide knots discreetly.
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In this video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company, Allie teaches you how to make quick and easy stretch bracelets with 2-hole beads. These same principles can be applied to nearly an shape/size of 2 hole beads as well!
Designer's Material List
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
2-hole pillow beads (9x17mm, in white mint luster and jet lila vega luster colors)
Miyuki spacers (3x1.3mm, in matte metallic patina iris and bronze metallic colors)
Potomac crystal rounds (in gold champagne color)
1mm stretchy string (alternatively, 0.8mm can be used)
Super new glue
Scissors
Project Steps
Cut two 10-inch pieces of stretchy string.
Start by alternating pillow beads with Miyuki spacers, following the mint chocolate chip color scheme.
Intersperse the pattern with Potomac crystal rounds for added sparkle.
Ensure the stretchy string is the maximum thickness that fits through the beads for durability.
After beading approximately 7.5 inches, tie the ends with a secure knot and apply a dab of glue for reinforcement.
Trim excess string and adjust the bracelet to hide knots discreetly.
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