Phoenix Bracelet Tutorial

This video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company teaches you how to make Allie Buchman's "Phoenix Bracelet" design.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Phoenix Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • AVA Beads
  • DiamondDuo Beads (Jet Bronze, Metallic Aqua, Pastel Montana)
  • SuperDuo Beads (Crystal Dark Travertine)
  • Miyuki 15/0 Seed Beads (Duracoat Galvanized Champagne)
  • Crystal Picasso Cut Button
  • Wildfire Beading Thread (0.006" white)
  • Size 10 Beading Needles
  • Thread Burner
  • Needle Nose Pliers
  • Super New Glue
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather all materials and prepare your workspace.
    Thread your needle with approximately 5 feet of beading thread, doubling it to have a needle on each end.
    Start by adding the clasp using a crystal picasso cut button and Miyuki 15/0 seed beads.
    Integrate the AVA beads to begin the base pattern of the bracelet.
    Add DiamondDuo and SuperDuo beads to create the detailed pattern, alternating between the different types of beads.
    Use Miyuki 15/0 seed beads for embellishment and connecting the beads.
    Continue the pattern, following the design variations for your desired bracelet length.
    Finish the bracelet by creating a loop with Miyuki 15/0 seed beads for the button clasp and secure the ends.

    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

    This video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company teaches you how to make Allie Buchman's "Phoenix Bracelet" design.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • AVA Beads
  • DiamondDuo Beads (Jet Bronze, Metallic Aqua, Pastel Montana)
  • SuperDuo Beads (Crystal Dark Travertine)
  • Miyuki 15/0 Seed Beads (Duracoat Galvanized Champagne)
  • Crystal Picasso Cut Button
  • Wildfire Beading Thread (0.006" white)
  • Size 10 Beading Needles
  • Thread Burner
  • Needle Nose Pliers
  • Super New Glue
  • Project Steps

    Gather all materials and prepare your workspace.
    Thread your needle with approximately 5 feet of beading thread, doubling it to have a needle on each end.
    Start by adding the clasp using a crystal picasso cut button and Miyuki 15/0 seed beads.
    Integrate the AVA beads to begin the base pattern of the bracelet.
    Add DiamondDuo and SuperDuo beads to create the detailed pattern, alternating between the different types of beads.
    Use Miyuki 15/0 seed beads for embellishment and connecting the beads.
    Continue the pattern, following the design variations for your desired bracelet length.
    Finish the bracelet by creating a loop with Miyuki 15/0 seed beads for the button clasp and secure the ends.