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Marhurst Bracelet Tutorial

The Marhurst Bracelet tutorial is a detailed, step-by-step beading lesson guiding crafters through the process of creating a stunning, multilayered bracelet with elegant symmetry and sparkle. Using seed beads, fire-polished beads, and crystals. The tutorial walks viewers through the creation of decorative beadwork motifs that build into a cohesive design. The tutorial emphasizes precision, thread control, and creative flexibility, making this an inspiring project for both beginners and experienced beaders.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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  • Czech Faceted Round Beads - Crystal AB 6mm | Pack of 50

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  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle Beads - Garnet AB 2x3mm | Pack of 150

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  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Gunmetal 11/0

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  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Gunmetal 15/0

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  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Light Bronze 8/0

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  • Magnetic Ball Clasp 8mm Antique Silver

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Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Marhurst Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Czech Faceted Round Beads - Crystal AB 6mm, 14 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle Beads - Garnet AB 2x3mm, 28 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Gunmetal 11/0, ~2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Gunmetal 15/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Light Bronze 8/0, ~1 Gram
  • Magnetic Ball Clasp 8mm Antique Silver, 1 Piece

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Your Thread: Use one needle and a comfortable length of size 6 Dragon Thread. Add a stop bead near the tail end to prevent beads from slipping off. Create the First Motif Base: String: 7 × 11/0, 1 × 8/0, 7 × 11/0, 1 × 8/0. Position your needle to come out of the 4th 11/0 on one side (middle bead). Add a 6mm fire-polished bead between the center 11/0s on both sides to form the core. Square Stitch Side Units: Square stitch (or ladder stitch) 3 × 11/0 beads onto the side 11/0 beads to create structural connectors. Build the Next Motif: String: 2 × 11/0, 1 × 8/0, 2 × 11/0 (bottom), 3 × 11/0 (side), 2 × 11/0, 1 × 8/0, 2 × 11/0 (top). Connect through the existing side 3-bead unit. Add a fire-polished bead in the same center-to-center method. Repeat for Desired Length: Repeat motif units with fire-polished beads until you reach your desired bracelet length (e.g., 14 motifs). Add Crystals to the Sides: Sew out through side 11/0 beads. Add 1 × 2x3mm crystal between each set of motifs on both bracelet edges. Be mindful of tension to prevent curving. Embellish with 15/0 Seed Beads: Add 4 × 15/0 beads between 11/0s on both sides above each crystal. Repeat along both edges. Some gaps may appear—this will be adjusted in the next step. Add Picots Around Crystals: Coming out of each crystal, add: 2 × 15/0, 1 × 11/0, 2 × 15/0. Loop back through the crystal to form a picot arch over it. Do this above each crystal on both edges. Attach the Clasp: Exit from the center 11/0 at the bracelet end. Add 1 × 11/0, pass through the clasp loop, and return down the 11/0. Reinforce by going through this path 2–3 times for strength. Finish and Secure: Tie off your thread by knotting near 8/0 beads and sewing through multiple beads to hide the tail. Flatten the bracelet gently and ensure all motifs and crystals are aligned.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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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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    Item Description

    The Marhurst Bracelet tutorial is a detailed, step-by-step beading lesson guiding crafters through the process of creating a stunning, multilayered bracelet with elegant symmetry and sparkle. Using seed beads, fire-polished beads, and crystals. The tutorial walks viewers through the creation of decorative beadwork motifs that build into a cohesive design. The tutorial emphasizes precision, thread control, and creative flexibility, making this an inspiring project for both beginners and experienced beaders.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Czech Faceted Round Beads - Crystal AB 6mm, 14 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle Beads - Garnet AB 2x3mm, 28 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Gunmetal 11/0, ~2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Gunmetal 15/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Light Bronze 8/0, ~1 Gram
  • Magnetic Ball Clasp 8mm Antique Silver, 1 Piece

    • Project Steps

    Prepare Your Thread: Use one needle and a comfortable length of size 6 Dragon Thread. Add a stop bead near the tail end to prevent beads from slipping off. Create the First Motif Base: String: 7 × 11/0, 1 × 8/0, 7 × 11/0, 1 × 8/0. Position your needle to come out of the 4th 11/0 on one side (middle bead). Add a 6mm fire-polished bead between the center 11/0s on both sides to form the core. Square Stitch Side Units: Square stitch (or ladder stitch) 3 × 11/0 beads onto the side 11/0 beads to create structural connectors. Build the Next Motif: String: 2 × 11/0, 1 × 8/0, 2 × 11/0 (bottom), 3 × 11/0 (side), 2 × 11/0, 1 × 8/0, 2 × 11/0 (top). Connect through the existing side 3-bead unit. Add a fire-polished bead in the same center-to-center method. Repeat for Desired Length: Repeat motif units with fire-polished beads until you reach your desired bracelet length (e.g., 14 motifs). Add Crystals to the Sides: Sew out through side 11/0 beads. Add 1 × 2x3mm crystal between each set of motifs on both bracelet edges. Be mindful of tension to prevent curving. Embellish with 15/0 Seed Beads: Add 4 × 15/0 beads between 11/0s on both sides above each crystal. Repeat along both edges. Some gaps may appear—this will be adjusted in the next step. Add Picots Around Crystals: Coming out of each crystal, add: 2 × 15/0, 1 × 11/0, 2 × 15/0. Loop back through the crystal to form a picot arch over it. Do this above each crystal on both edges. Attach the Clasp: Exit from the center 11/0 at the bracelet end. Add 1 × 11/0, pass through the clasp loop, and return down the 11/0. Reinforce by going through this path 2–3 times for strength. Finish and Secure: Tie off your thread by knotting near 8/0 beads and sewing through multiple beads to hide the tail. Flatten the bracelet gently and ensure all motifs and crystals are aligned.