Diamond’s Edge Bracelet Tutorial

This video from The Potomac Bead Company teaches you how to make Allie Buchman's "Diamond's Edge" bracelet.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Diamond’s Edge Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Diamond Duo beads in two colors (one for the outer row and one for the inner row)
  • Crescent beads
  • 15/0 seed beads for spacing
  • Optional: drops, Demi Round 11/0 beads, and Miyuki 8/0 beads for different variations
  • Wildfire beading thread
  • Beading needle (size 10 or 12)
  • Thread zap or scissors
  • Bead mat and a bead stopper
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Start by threading a needle with about five feet of beading thread and attaching a stop bead.
    Begin the pattern by adding the inner Diamond Duo beads and crescents in alternating order, following the zigzag pattern detailed in the video.
    After completing the center, proceed to add the outer Diamond Duo beads, securing them in place with 15/0 seed beads for spacing.
    Introduce the clasp to one end of the bracelet using an 8/0 bead to secure it in place.
    Complete the opposite side of the bracelet, mirroring the pattern and securing the other part of the clasp.
    Finish the project by tying off and burning down the thread ends for a neat finish.

    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 from The Potomac Bead Company teaches you how to make Allie Buchman's "Diamond's Edge" bracelet.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Diamond Duo beads in two colors (one for the outer row and one for the inner row)
  • Crescent beads
  • 15/0 seed beads for spacing
  • Optional: drops, Demi Round 11/0 beads, and Miyuki 8/0 beads for different variations
  • Wildfire beading thread
  • Beading needle (size 10 or 12)
  • Thread zap or scissors
  • Bead mat and a bead stopper
  • Project Steps

    Start by threading a needle with about five feet of beading thread and attaching a stop bead.
    Begin the pattern by adding the inner Diamond Duo beads and crescents in alternating order, following the zigzag pattern detailed in the video.
    After completing the center, proceed to add the outer Diamond Duo beads, securing them in place with 15/0 seed beads for spacing.
    Introduce the clasp to one end of the bracelet using an 8/0 bead to secure it in place.
    Complete the opposite side of the bracelet, mirroring the pattern and securing the other part of the clasp.
    Finish the project by tying off and burning down the thread ends for a neat finish.