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Flowering Aztec Tutorial

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This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Rene Wilson's "Flowering Aztec" design, which won 11th place in the 2016 PotomacBeads challenge. Find a list of supplies used in the description below.

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Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Flowering Aztec Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • DiscDuo® Beads - White Champagne Luster
  • RounDuo® Beads - Opaque Red Picasso
  • MiniDuo® Beads - Bronze
  • MiniDuo® Beads - Ruby Vega
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 2x3mm - Metallic Bronze Iris
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Transparent Dark Red AB
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Galvanized Gold
  • Cup Buttons - Bronze

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all beads and tools listed in the materials section.
    Create Base Component: Begin with a DiscDuo® bead as the centerpiece, adding MiniDuo® beads and seed beads around it following the video's detailed instructions.
    Link Components: Use RounDuo® beads to connect each component, creating the bracelet's structure.
    Detailing: Add Potomac Crystal Rondelles and additional seed beads for detail and flair.
    Closing: Attach the clasp and ensure all ends are secure.
    Final Adjustments: Make any necessary adjustments to ensure the bracelet fits comfortably.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Item Description

    This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Rene Wilson's "Flowering Aztec" design, which won 11th place in the 2016 PotomacBeads challenge. Find a list of supplies used in the description below.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • DiscDuo® Beads - White Champagne Luster
  • RounDuo® Beads - Opaque Red Picasso
  • MiniDuo® Beads - Bronze
  • MiniDuo® Beads - Ruby Vega
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 2x3mm - Metallic Bronze Iris
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Transparent Dark Red AB
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Galvanized Gold
  • Cup Buttons - Bronze

    • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all beads and tools listed in the materials section.
    Create Base Component: Begin with a DiscDuo® bead as the centerpiece, adding MiniDuo® beads and seed beads around it following the video's detailed instructions.
    Link Components: Use RounDuo® beads to connect each component, creating the bracelet's structure.
    Detailing: Add Potomac Crystal Rondelles and additional seed beads for detail and flair.
    Closing: Attach the clasp and ensure all ends are secure.
    Final Adjustments: Make any necessary adjustments to ensure the bracelet fits comfortably.