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Macaroni Bracelet Tutorial

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Have you ever tried playing with macaroni? It is just so much fun! Check out this video to learn on how to create this amazing aMcaroni Bracelet. Technique Learned: Basic Beading The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Curved Tube Beads 10x2mm - Antique Brass, ~18 Beads
  • Gemstone Round Beads 6mm- White Magnesite, ~9 Beads
  • Smooth Round Metal Beads 2mm - Gold Plated, ~36 Beads
  • Ball & Hitch Clasp - Antique Brass, 1 Piece Second Colorway:
  • Curved Tube Beads 10x2mm - Silver, ~20 Beads
  • Gemstone Round Beads 4mm- Magnesite Turquoise, ~11 Beads
  • Smooth Round Metal Beads 2mm - Silver, ~40 Beads
  • Ball & Hitch Clasp - Silver, 1 Piece

    • Step 1: Choose Your Materials

    Add all items to cart

    • Athenacast Ball & Hitch Clasp 7.3mm - Premium Assortment of all 6 Premium Metals | Pack of 6

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    • Athenacast Metal Beads Round Seamless 2mm - 24kt Gold Plated | Pack of 200

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    • Athenacast Metal Beads Round Seamless 2mm - Real Silver Plated | Pack of 200

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    • Athenacast Curved Tube Beads 10x2mm - Premium 24kt Rose Gold Plated | Pack of 20

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    • Athenacast Curved Tube Beads 10x2mm - Premium Real Silver Plated | Pack of 20

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    • Gemstones - Magnesite 'Turquoise' Round Beads 4mm Green

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    • Gemstones - White Magnesite ' Turquoise ' Round Beads 6mm

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    Step 2: Watch the 
    Video Tutorial

    Macaroni Bracelet Tutorial
    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Curved Tube Beads 10x2mm - Antique Brass, ~ 18 Beads
  • Gemstone Round Beads 6mm - White Magnesite, ~ 9 Beads
  • Smooth Round Metal Beads 2mm - Gold Plated, ~ 36 Beads
  • Ball & Hitch Clasp - Antique Brass, 1 Piece Secondary Colorway:
  • Curved Tube Beads 10x2mm - Silver, ~ 20 Beads
  • Gemstone Round 4mm - Magnesite Turquoise, ~ 11 Beads
  • Smooth Round Metal Bead 2mm - Silver, ~ 40 Beads
  • Clasp - Trailer Hitch - Silver, 1 Piece

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Start by doubling over your beading cable and attaching it to the ball & hitch clasp with a crimp tube.
    Add a 6mm gemstone bead, threading both strands through.
    Separate the strands, adding a 2mm metal bead to each side to stabilize.
    Add a curved tube bead to each strand, followed by another 2mm metal bead, creating the distinctive macaroni shape.
    Continue alternating between the gemstone and tube beads, maintaining the pattern until desired length is achieved.
    Secure the end with a crimp tube and attach the other side of the clasp.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
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    Beading Mat - Beading Design Mat
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    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers
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    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Item Description

    Have you ever tried playing with macaroni? It is just so much fun! Check out this video to learn on how to create this amazing aMcaroni Bracelet. Technique Learned: Basic Beading The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Curved Tube Beads 10x2mm - Antique Brass, ~18 Beads
  • Gemstone Round Beads 6mm- White Magnesite, ~9 Beads
  • Smooth Round Metal Beads 2mm - Gold Plated, ~36 Beads
  • Ball & Hitch Clasp - Antique Brass, 1 Piece Second Colorway:
  • Curved Tube Beads 10x2mm - Silver, ~20 Beads
  • Gemstone Round Beads 4mm- Magnesite Turquoise, ~11 Beads
  • Smooth Round Metal Beads 2mm - Silver, ~40 Beads
  • Ball & Hitch Clasp - Silver, 1 Piece

    • Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Curved Tube Beads 10x2mm - Antique Brass, ~ 18 Beads
  • Gemstone Round Beads 6mm - White Magnesite, ~ 9 Beads
  • Smooth Round Metal Beads 2mm - Gold Plated, ~ 36 Beads
  • Ball & Hitch Clasp - Antique Brass, 1 Piece Secondary Colorway:
  • Curved Tube Beads 10x2mm - Silver, ~ 20 Beads
  • Gemstone Round 4mm - Magnesite Turquoise, ~ 11 Beads
  • Smooth Round Metal Bead 2mm - Silver, ~ 40 Beads
  • Clasp - Trailer Hitch - Silver, 1 Piece

    • Project Steps

    Start by doubling over your beading cable and attaching it to the ball & hitch clasp with a crimp tube.
    Add a 6mm gemstone bead, threading both strands through.
    Separate the strands, adding a 2mm metal bead to each side to stabilize.
    Add a curved tube bead to each strand, followed by another 2mm metal bead, creating the distinctive macaroni shape.
    Continue alternating between the gemstone and tube beads, maintaining the pattern until desired length is achieved.
    Secure the end with a crimp tube and attach the other side of the clasp.