English Gardens Bracelet Tutorial

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  • English Gardens Bracelet - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to make her "English Gardens" bracelet design. This project is very adaptable and is also very beginner-friendly. Find a list of supplies in the description below.
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Materials Used To make The  Project

Designer's Material List

The Designer’s suggested colors and materials for ~7.5-inch (19 cm) wrist:
3-Hole Beams - Metallic Silver Matte,~ 30 beads
Czech Faceted Rondelle 3x5mm - Green Mix,~ 35 Beads
PC Rondelles 2x3mm - Light Sapphire AB,~ 35 Beads
PC Rondelles 3x4mm - Light Peridot AB,~ 35 Beads
O Beads - Neon Violet 2x4mm,~ 35 Beads
Spiky Buttons - Magic Blue,~ 35 Beads
Czech Pressed Bicones - Light Amethyst,~ 35 Beads
Flower Cups - Crystal Full Vitrail,~ 35 Beads
Miyuki 11/0 - Dyed Hot Pink Silver Lined Alabaster, ~ 3 Grams
Miyuki 8/0 Seed Beads - Matte Opaque Mauve AB,~ 3 Grams
Toho 11/0 Seed Beads - Gold Lustered Emerald,~ 3 Grams
Claspgarten Square SP Crystal 11.5mm 3-Strand (Rhodium Plated), 1 Piece

Step-By-Step Instructions

Preparing the Base: Thread your needle with about five feet of beading thread. Start with a stop bead, then create a base pattern using 8/0 seed beads and beams, alternating between single beams and groups of four 8/0 beads.
Adding the Clasp: Integrate your three-strand clasp at both ends of the base, ensuring it's securely attached.
Creating the Fringe: Begin embellishing between the beams and 8/0 beads with a mixture of beads like rondelles, flower cups, spiky buttons, and seed beads. Use a pattern or random assortment to mimic an English garden's variety.
Finalizing the Design: After completing the fringe embellishment, reinforce the clasp by sewing through it multiple times for security.
Finishing Touches: Trim and melt down any excess thread to complete your bracelet.

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