Super Silky Bracelet Tutorial

In this video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company, Allie Buchman teaches you how to make her "Super Silky" bracelet design. Find a list of materials here in the description.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Super Silky Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Mini Silky Beads (5mm)
  • Regular Silky Beads (6mm)
  • Super8 Beads
  • 15/0 or 11/0 Demi Round Beads
  • 11/0 Seed Beads
  • Cup Button for Clasp
  • Wildfire Beading Thread (0.006)
  • Size 12 Beading Needles
  • Needle Nose Pliers or Flat Nose Pliers
  • Bead Mat or Work Surface
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all beads and cut approximately 5 feet of thread, attaching a needle to each end.
    Start with Button Clasp: Add the cup button to the thread, followed by Super8 beads and seed beads for decoration.
    Begin Beadwork: Alternate between Mini Silky and Regular Silky beads, adding Super8 and seed beads in between for structure.
    Main Pattern: Follow the specific pattern of adding Demi Round and seed beads around the Silky beads, ensuring the bump side is up for texture.
    Finishing Length: Continue the pattern until you reach the desired bracelet length.
    Closing the Bracelet: Create a loop with seed beads for the button clasp and reinforce the loop.
    Edge Stitching: Add decorative edge stitching along the bracelet for a finished look.
    Final Adjustments: Ensure all beads are secure, and the thread ends are hidden or burned off.

    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

    In this video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company, Allie Buchman teaches you how to make her "Super Silky" bracelet design. Find a list of materials here in the description.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Mini Silky Beads (5mm)
  • Regular Silky Beads (6mm)
  • Super8 Beads
  • 15/0 or 11/0 Demi Round Beads
  • 11/0 Seed Beads
  • Cup Button for Clasp
  • Wildfire Beading Thread (0.006)
  • Size 12 Beading Needles
  • Needle Nose Pliers or Flat Nose Pliers
  • Bead Mat or Work Surface
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all beads and cut approximately 5 feet of thread, attaching a needle to each end.
    Start with Button Clasp: Add the cup button to the thread, followed by Super8 beads and seed beads for decoration.
    Begin Beadwork: Alternate between Mini Silky and Regular Silky beads, adding Super8 and seed beads in between for structure.
    Main Pattern: Follow the specific pattern of adding Demi Round and seed beads around the Silky beads, ensuring the bump side is up for texture.
    Finishing Length: Continue the pattern until you reach the desired bracelet length.
    Closing the Bracelet: Create a loop with seed beads for the button clasp and reinforce the loop.
    Edge Stitching: Add decorative edge stitching along the bracelet for a finished look.
    Final Adjustments: Ensure all beads are secure, and the thread ends are hidden or burned off.