Twirling Disco Bracelet Tutorial

Learn how to make a twirling disco bracelet using disco ball beads, 11/0 and 8/0 seed beads, and Dragon Thread. This fun and dynamic design features a swirling pattern that adds movement and style. Use 6mm disco ball beads, Miyuki 11/0 and 8/0 seed beads, Dragon Thread (size 8), and a clasp from Clasp Garden for a polished finish. Master bead stringing, create loops, and use wire guards for durability and a professional look. Customize your bracelet by experimenting with different bead colors, clasp types, or adding gemstones for a unique style.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Twirling Disco Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Disco Balls - Metallic Blue Iris 6mm, 18 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Sapphire AB 8/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Light Sapphire 11/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Galvanized Silver 15/0, ~1 Gram
  • Claspgarten Crystal Ball Box Push Clasp | 10mm | 1-Strand | Real Platinum Plated, 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather Materials: 6mm disco ball beads. 11/0, 8/0, and 15/0 seed beads. Dragon Thread (size 8). Wire guard and a clasp. Set Up the Thread: Cut approximately 5 feet of Dragon Thread. Attach a stop bead at one end, leaving a 6-inch tail. String the Base Pattern: Follow the pattern: 11/0 seed bead, 8/0 seed bead, 11/0 seed bead, and a 6mm disco ball bead. Repeat until you achieve the desired bracelet length. Attach the Clasp: Use a wire guard to secure the clasp. Thread through the clasp loop, wire guard, and back through the beads multiple times to reinforce. Create the First Loop: String three 15/0 beads, one 11/0 bead, one 8/0 bead, another 11/0 bead, and three more 15/0 beads. Secure the loop by threading into the next 8/0 bead in the base pattern. Continue Adding Loops: Repeat the loop pattern along the length of the bracelet, threading through each 8/0 bead to secure. Align the Loops: Adjust thread tension to align the loops evenly on both sides of the bracelet. Finish and Secure: Reinforce the clasp connection by threading through the wire guard again. Tie off the thread securely and trim excess with a thread burner. Customize Your Design: Experiment with bead colors or add embellishments for a personalized style.

    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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    Learn how to make a twirling disco bracelet using disco ball beads, 11/0 and 8/0 seed beads, and Dragon Thread. This fun and dynamic design features a swirling pattern that adds movement and style. Use 6mm disco ball beads, Miyuki 11/0 and 8/0 seed beads, Dragon Thread (size 8), and a clasp from Clasp Garden for a polished finish. Master bead stringing, create loops, and use wire guards for durability and a professional look. Customize your bracelet by experimenting with different bead colors, clasp types, or adding gemstones for a unique style.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Disco Balls - Metallic Blue Iris 6mm, 18 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Sapphire AB 8/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Light Sapphire 11/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Galvanized Silver 15/0, ~1 Gram
  • Claspgarten Crystal Ball Box Push Clasp | 10mm | 1-Strand | Real Platinum Plated, 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Gather Materials: 6mm disco ball beads. 11/0, 8/0, and 15/0 seed beads. Dragon Thread (size 8). Wire guard and a clasp. Set Up the Thread: Cut approximately 5 feet of Dragon Thread. Attach a stop bead at one end, leaving a 6-inch tail. String the Base Pattern: Follow the pattern: 11/0 seed bead, 8/0 seed bead, 11/0 seed bead, and a 6mm disco ball bead. Repeat until you achieve the desired bracelet length. Attach the Clasp: Use a wire guard to secure the clasp. Thread through the clasp loop, wire guard, and back through the beads multiple times to reinforce. Create the First Loop: String three 15/0 beads, one 11/0 bead, one 8/0 bead, another 11/0 bead, and three more 15/0 beads. Secure the loop by threading into the next 8/0 bead in the base pattern. Continue Adding Loops: Repeat the loop pattern along the length of the bracelet, threading through each 8/0 bead to secure. Align the Loops: Adjust thread tension to align the loops evenly on both sides of the bracelet. Finish and Secure: Reinforce the clasp connection by threading through the wire guard again. Tie off the thread securely and trim excess with a thread burner. Customize Your Design: Experiment with bead colors or add embellishments for a personalized style.