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Ellen Bracelet Tutorial

In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to make Diane Holder's "Ellen Bracelet."

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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  • AVA Beads - White Lila Gold Luster | Pack of 20

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  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Galvanized Gold 11/0

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  • Toho Seed Beads - PermaFinish Lilac 11/0

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  • Pattern - Ellen Bracelet

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Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Ellen Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • AVA® Beads - White Lila Gold Luster, ~12 Pieces
  • DiamonDuo® Beads - Luminous Amethyst, ~6 Pieces
  • RounDuo® Beads - Sunflower Yellow, ~8-10 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 3x4mm - Dark Garnet AB
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Galvanized Gold, ~1 Gram
  • Toho Seed Beads 11/0 - Permafinish Lilac, ~1 Gram
  • Cup Button - Light Violet, 1 Piece

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    There’s lots of color and pop in this fun Ellen Bracelet. Learn how to create the design with 2-needles in this PotomacBeads tutorial.
    1. Put 2 size 12 needles onto 6 feet of .006 Wildfire beading thread. Pick up a seed bead, a Potomac crystal rondelle and another seed bead. Bring both needles up through a cup button with the bowl facing down. Add 4 seed beads to each needle. Criss-Cross through a crystal.
    2. Watch the Ellen Bracelet tutorial to follow along with Allie as she guides you through the process of creating the pattern in the beaded bracelet.
    3. Reinforce the clasp when you get to the end of the project. Bring the needles together and tie into a knot. Burn the ends with a thread zap.
    The Ellen Bracelet is fun to do in whichever colors you desire. Enjoy creating your own version of this bracelet. Check out PotomacBeads for ideas and inspiration to help you along the way to make you a better beader.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
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    • Thread Zap II
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    • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
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    • Plastic Caliper Tool - White
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    • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
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    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
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    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
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    Ellen Bracelet Tutorial
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    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers
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    Item Description

    In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to make Diane Holder's "Ellen Bracelet."

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • AVA® Beads - White Lila Gold Luster, ~12 Pieces
  • DiamonDuo® Beads - Luminous Amethyst, ~6 Pieces
  • RounDuo® Beads - Sunflower Yellow, ~8-10 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 3x4mm - Dark Garnet AB
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Galvanized Gold, ~1 Gram
  • Toho Seed Beads 11/0 - Permafinish Lilac, ~1 Gram
  • Cup Button - Light Violet, 1 Piece

    • Project Steps

    There’s lots of color and pop in this fun Ellen Bracelet. Learn how to create the design with 2-needles in this PotomacBeads tutorial.
    1. Put 2 size 12 needles onto 6 feet of .006 Wildfire beading thread. Pick up a seed bead, a Potomac crystal rondelle and another seed bead. Bring both needles up through a cup button with the bowl facing down. Add 4 seed beads to each needle. Criss-Cross through a crystal.
    2. Watch the Ellen Bracelet tutorial to follow along with Allie as she guides you through the process of creating the pattern in the beaded bracelet.
    3. Reinforce the clasp when you get to the end of the project. Bring the needles together and tie into a knot. Burn the ends with a thread zap.
    The Ellen Bracelet is fun to do in whichever colors you desire. Enjoy creating your own version of this bracelet. Check out PotomacBeads for ideas and inspiration to help you along the way to make you a better beader.