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Aztec Suns Bracelet Tutorial

This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make the "Aztec Suns" bracelet designed by Anna Tonnesen. Find links for all of the products used below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Aztec Suns Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • RounDuo® Beads - Turquoise Picasso
  • 2-hole Bar Beads - Opaque Luster Picasso
  • Miyuki Bugle Beads - Matte Opaque Turquoise Blue
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Crystal Sunset Matted
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Opaque toast
  • Wildfire Beading Thread - Green

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    You'll love this PotomacBeads tutorial on how to make an Aztec Suns bracelet. Designed by Anna Tonnesen, this bracelet has a three dimensional design that is sure to turn heads. With its multitude of glowing suns, this bracelet is the perfect accessory for any outfit.
    1. Using two size 10 needles on about 5 feet of thread, pick up three 15/0s. Bring both needles through a two holed bar and a cup button. Pick up two 11/0s on each needle, a bar, and two more 11/0s. Bring both needles through another bar. Continue the pattern for about 7 inches.
    2. Make a loop at the end with 28 11/0s to. Watch the Aztec Suns bracelet tutorial with Allie to see how to complete the top row of the bracelet.
    3. Bring the two thread ends together when you are finished and tie a square knot. Dab a little glue onto the knot and burn down the edges.
    Looking for a simple, yet elegant bracelet design? Check out the Aztec Suns bracelet from PotomacBeads. This bracelet uses 2-holed bars and can be made into a slip on bangle or a stack-able bracelet. With just a few supplies from PotomacBeads, you can have this beautiful bracelet made in no time

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
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    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Item Description

    This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make the "Aztec Suns" bracelet designed by Anna Tonnesen. Find links for all of the products used below.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • RounDuo® Beads - Turquoise Picasso
  • 2-hole Bar Beads - Opaque Luster Picasso
  • Miyuki Bugle Beads - Matte Opaque Turquoise Blue
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Crystal Sunset Matted
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Opaque toast
  • Wildfire Beading Thread - Green

    • Project Steps

    You'll love this PotomacBeads tutorial on how to make an Aztec Suns bracelet. Designed by Anna Tonnesen, this bracelet has a three dimensional design that is sure to turn heads. With its multitude of glowing suns, this bracelet is the perfect accessory for any outfit.
    1. Using two size 10 needles on about 5 feet of thread, pick up three 15/0s. Bring both needles through a two holed bar and a cup button. Pick up two 11/0s on each needle, a bar, and two more 11/0s. Bring both needles through another bar. Continue the pattern for about 7 inches.
    2. Make a loop at the end with 28 11/0s to. Watch the Aztec Suns bracelet tutorial with Allie to see how to complete the top row of the bracelet.
    3. Bring the two thread ends together when you are finished and tie a square knot. Dab a little glue onto the knot and burn down the edges.
    Looking for a simple, yet elegant bracelet design? Check out the Aztec Suns bracelet from PotomacBeads. This bracelet uses 2-holed bars and can be made into a slip on bangle or a stack-able bracelet. With just a few supplies from PotomacBeads, you can have this beautiful bracelet made in no time