The Queen’s Gate Bracelet tutorial teaches viewers how to create a slinky, elegant bracelet using RoundDuo Minis, 11/0 seed beads, 15/0 seed beads, and olive beads/crystals. With a one-needle thread path and built-in stop bead, the project uses structured repetition to build a soft, flexible band that can be embellished and personalized with different bead colors and accents. This bracelet is ideal for bead weavers who enjoy textured, elegant designs that feel lightweight and fluid when worn.
Prep & anchor (stop bead):
Cut ~4–5 ft thread. Thread needle and slide the first RoundDuo Mini on as the built-in stop bead (leave a 6–8" tail and snug it so beads won’t slide).
Build starter segment:
String: 11/0 → RoundDuo (one hole) → 11/0 → olive bead → 11/0 → RoundDuo (other hole) so the RoundDuos sit paired with 11/0s framing the olive between them. Pull snug to seat beads.
Create the repeating unit:
Continue repeating: 11/0 → RoundDuo → 11/0 → olive → 11/0 → RoundDuo until you have the number of RoundDuos needed for your length. Keep tension even so the band lies flat.
Check and mirror as you go:
Periodically wrap on your wrist/mandrel to confirm length — adjust unit count. Make side-by-side mirror passes if the design uses symmetrical edging.
Add decorative 15/0 edging (optional):
Exit an outer 11/0 and pick up (15/0 → 11/0 → 15/0) or groups of 3 × 15/0, pass into the next outer 11/0 to form delicate edge runs. Repeat along both edges for lacey texture.
Form clasp loop (bead loop):
At one end, add 10–14 × 11/0 (or enough to fit your clasp) to form a loop; pass back through the base beads to anchor the loop and tighten it to the right diameter for your clasp ring.
Attach clasp / wire guard (other end):
At the opposite end, exit a sturdy bead, add a few 11/0s, pass through the wire guard or jump ring, then back through adjacent beads and the guard again. Make 2–3 passes through the guard for strength.
Reinforce critical joins:
Sew reinforcement passes through the first RoundDuo (stop bead), clasp area, and several shared beads across the bracelet — 2–3 extra passes where threads cross high-stress beads.
Tie off & bury tails:
Weave the working thread under bridge threads or through several beads, tie small weaver’s knots if desired, then trim and carefully zap/melt the tail (if synthetic). Repeat for the starting tail — weave it back and trim.
Final fit check & finish:
Close clasp, try bracelet, check spacing and edge symmetry. If any beads sit rotated, give a light tightening pass. Enjoy!
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The Queen’s Gate Bracelet tutorial teaches viewers how to create a slinky, elegant bracelet using RoundDuo Minis, 11/0 seed beads, 15/0 seed beads, and olive beads/crystals. With a one-needle thread path and built-in stop bead, the project uses structured repetition to build a soft, flexible band that can be embellished and personalized with different bead colors and accents. This bracelet is ideal for bead weavers who enjoy textured, elegant designs that feel lightweight and fluid when worn.
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The designer's suggested colors & materials:
RounDuo Mini Beads - Aluminum Silver 4mm, 60 Beads
Prep & anchor (stop bead):
Cut ~4–5 ft thread. Thread needle and slide the first RoundDuo Mini on as the built-in stop bead (leave a 6–8" tail and snug it so beads won’t slide).
Build starter segment:
String: 11/0 → RoundDuo (one hole) → 11/0 → olive bead → 11/0 → RoundDuo (other hole) so the RoundDuos sit paired with 11/0s framing the olive between them. Pull snug to seat beads.
Create the repeating unit:
Continue repeating: 11/0 → RoundDuo → 11/0 → olive → 11/0 → RoundDuo until you have the number of RoundDuos needed for your length. Keep tension even so the band lies flat.
Check and mirror as you go:
Periodically wrap on your wrist/mandrel to confirm length — adjust unit count. Make side-by-side mirror passes if the design uses symmetrical edging.
Add decorative 15/0 edging (optional):
Exit an outer 11/0 and pick up (15/0 → 11/0 → 15/0) or groups of 3 × 15/0, pass into the next outer 11/0 to form delicate edge runs. Repeat along both edges for lacey texture.
Form clasp loop (bead loop):
At one end, add 10–14 × 11/0 (or enough to fit your clasp) to form a loop; pass back through the base beads to anchor the loop and tighten it to the right diameter for your clasp ring.
Attach clasp / wire guard (other end):
At the opposite end, exit a sturdy bead, add a few 11/0s, pass through the wire guard or jump ring, then back through adjacent beads and the guard again. Make 2–3 passes through the guard for strength.
Reinforce critical joins:
Sew reinforcement passes through the first RoundDuo (stop bead), clasp area, and several shared beads across the bracelet — 2–3 extra passes where threads cross high-stress beads.
Tie off & bury tails:
Weave the working thread under bridge threads or through several beads, tie small weaver’s knots if desired, then trim and carefully zap/melt the tail (if synthetic). Repeat for the starting tail — weave it back and trim.
Final fit check & finish:
Close clasp, try bracelet, check spacing and edge symmetry. If any beads sit rotated, give a light tightening pass. Enjoy!
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