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Summer Anklets Tutorial

Bridgette shows how to make three easy, breezy Summer Anklets in PotomacBeads' daily video tutorial. These three styles are great for the beach or for summer picnics and are effortless to make for beginning beaders. They are also great for using any beads you may have on stock!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Summer Anklets Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Chain (8.5 inches)
  • 4mm jump rings
  • Miyuki drops in various colors
  • Wire guards
  • 4mm round gemstones in two colors
  • SS24 chatons and chaton settings
  • Loctite glue
  • 2x1.5mm crystals
  • Needle and thread
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Cluster Anklet:
    Cut 8.5 inches of chain. Use jump rings to attach clusters of Miyuki drops at intervals along the chain. Finish with a clasp.
    Wrap Anklet:
    String 4mm round gemstones on a thread, securing them with wire guards at both ends. Attach a clasp and a charm for added embellishment. This design can also function as a necklace.
    Crystal and Chain Anklet:
    String 2x1.5mm crystals to a desired length, secure with wire guards. Connect one end to a chain and finish with a clasp. Optionally, add charms for decoration.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    • BeadTec Clear Rectangular Acrylic Storage Box With 24 Screw Top Vials
    • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium Real Silver Plated Stainless Steel | Pack of 100
    • Bead Board: Flocked U-Channel Beading Design Board

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Summer Anklets Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Item Description

    Bridgette shows how to make three easy, breezy Summer Anklets in PotomacBeads' daily video tutorial. These three styles are great for the beach or for summer picnics and are effortless to make for beginning beaders. They are also great for using any beads you may have on stock!

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Chain (8.5 inches)
  • 4mm jump rings
  • Miyuki drops in various colors
  • Wire guards
  • 4mm round gemstones in two colors
  • SS24 chatons and chaton settings
  • Loctite glue
  • 2x1.5mm crystals
  • Needle and thread
  • Project Steps

    Cluster Anklet:
    Cut 8.5 inches of chain. Use jump rings to attach clusters of Miyuki drops at intervals along the chain. Finish with a clasp.
    Wrap Anklet:
    String 4mm round gemstones on a thread, securing them with wire guards at both ends. Attach a clasp and a charm for added embellishment. This design can also function as a necklace.
    Crystal and Chain Anklet:
    String 2x1.5mm crystals to a desired length, secure with wire guards. Connect one end to a chain and finish with a clasp. Optionally, add charms for decoration.