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Snow Angel Bracelet Tutorial

Winter is coming, but with the new bead shapes, the PieDuo and QuadBow, you'll be looking forward to days spent inside curled up with your imagination and beads! Allie's newest design, the Snow Angel Bracelet, Potomac PieDuo Beads form delicate angels with QuadBow wings. Add in a glistening Potomac Crystal and you have the magic of freshly fallen snow on your wrist. Gather your jewelry making supplies and bead along with Allie!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Snow Angel Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials for ~7.5-inch (19 cm) wrist:
  • QuadBow - Metallic Sea Blue, 12 Pieces
  • PieDuo - Crystal Labrador, 10 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Slim Navette 4x15mm - Montana, 6 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Crystal Labrador Full, ~2 Grams
  • Potomac Crystal Bicones 2mm - Montana AB, ~ 42 Beads
  • Cup Button - Crystal Matted, 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather all beads and tools listed in the materials section.
    Start with the Clasp: Attach the cup button using 11/0 seed beads and a 2mm bicone crystal.
    Add QuadBow and PieDuo Beads: Begin the bracelet pattern by alternating between QuadBow and PieDuo beads, incorporating Navette crystals for a sparkling effect.
    Form the Bracelet's Body: Continue adding beads according to the pattern, ensuring the Navette crystals are aligned correctly.
    Finishing the Bracelet: Once the desired length is achieved, finish the bracelet by securing the end and adding a loop for the clasp.
    Final Touches: Reinforce the bracelet's structure by weaving through the beads again and trim any excess thread.

    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?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Snow Angel Bracelet Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Winter is coming, but with the new bead shapes, the PieDuo and QuadBow, you'll be looking forward to days spent inside curled up with your imagination and beads! Allie's newest design, the Snow Angel Bracelet, Potomac PieDuo Beads form delicate angels with QuadBow wings. Add in a glistening Potomac Crystal and you have the magic of freshly fallen snow on your wrist. Gather your jewelry making supplies and bead along with Allie!

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials for ~7.5-inch (19 cm) wrist:
  • QuadBow - Metallic Sea Blue, 12 Pieces
  • PieDuo - Crystal Labrador, 10 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Slim Navette 4x15mm - Montana, 6 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Crystal Labrador Full, ~2 Grams
  • Potomac Crystal Bicones 2mm - Montana AB, ~ 42 Beads
  • Cup Button - Crystal Matted, 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather all beads and tools listed in the materials section.
    Start with the Clasp: Attach the cup button using 11/0 seed beads and a 2mm bicone crystal.
    Add QuadBow and PieDuo Beads: Begin the bracelet pattern by alternating between QuadBow and PieDuo beads, incorporating Navette crystals for a sparkling effect.
    Form the Bracelet's Body: Continue adding beads according to the pattern, ensuring the Navette crystals are aligned correctly.
    Finishing the Bracelet: Once the desired length is achieved, finish the bracelet by securing the end and adding a loop for the clasp.
    Final Touches: Reinforce the bracelet's structure by weaving through the beads again and trim any excess thread.