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Chevron V Channel bracelet Tutorial

This video tutorial from PotomacBeads shows you how to make our Chevron V Channel bracelet. This bracelet can be made all with your choice of colors (as few or as many as you want) of one size of seed beads, preferably 11/0 or 8/0 Miyuki. Enjoy!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Chevron V Channel bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Aqua Green Ceylon
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0- Silver Lined Flame Red AB
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Dyed Opaque Carnation Pink
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Transparent Pink Pale AB

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Learn how to use a ladder stitch to create this Chevron V Channel bracelet. This dainty bracelet can easily be customized to suit your color preference.
1. Put a stop bead onto about 2 yards of thread, leaving a 6 inch tail. Using a size 10/12 needle, string on six 8/0 seed beads. Take the needle back up the first three beads, then take the needle down the last set of three. Pick up three more 8/0s and bring the needle down the previous three. Go back up the current 8/0s, pick up three more. Continue with this ladder stitch until you have the desired length of the bracelet. Attach a clasp.
2. Watch the Chevron V Channel bracelet tutorial and Heather will give you step-by-step directions to create the top layer and design of the bracelet.
3. Add the clasp to the beginning end. Bring the needle back through the first column of the ladder stitch. Tie off and burn any loose ends of thread in the project.
Have fun making this simple Chevron V Channel bracelet. It makes a great last minute gift for friends. If you need any supplies, check out the vast selection of beads and materials found at PotomacBeads.

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

  • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
  • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
  • Protective Coatings - Permalac Collection | Semi-Gloss and Matte (8ml bottle of each)
  • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
  • Thread Zap II

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
Chevron V Channel bracelet Tutorial
PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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This video tutorial from PotomacBeads shows you how to make our Chevron V Channel bracelet. This bracelet can be made all with your choice of colors (as few or as many as you want) of one size of seed beads, preferably 11/0 or 8/0 Miyuki. Enjoy!

Designer's Material List

The designer's suggested colors & materials:
Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Aqua Green Ceylon
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0- Silver Lined Flame Red AB
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Dyed Opaque Carnation Pink
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Transparent Pink Pale AB

Project Steps

Learn how to use a ladder stitch to create this Chevron V Channel bracelet. This dainty bracelet can easily be customized to suit your color preference.
1. Put a stop bead onto about 2 yards of thread, leaving a 6 inch tail. Using a size 10/12 needle, string on six 8/0 seed beads. Take the needle back up the first three beads, then take the needle down the last set of three. Pick up three more 8/0s and bring the needle down the previous three. Go back up the current 8/0s, pick up three more. Continue with this ladder stitch until you have the desired length of the bracelet. Attach a clasp.
2. Watch the Chevron V Channel bracelet tutorial and Heather will give you step-by-step directions to create the top layer and design of the bracelet.
3. Add the clasp to the beginning end. Bring the needle back through the first column of the ladder stitch. Tie off and burn any loose ends of thread in the project.
Have fun making this simple Chevron V Channel bracelet. It makes a great last minute gift for friends. If you need any supplies, check out the vast selection of beads and materials found at PotomacBeads.