This tutorial teaches how to create the Shine On Bracelet using a simple one-needle technique that’s beginner-friendly yet produces a highly sparkly, elegant design. The bracelet begins with a foundation of right angle weave (RAW) units made from fire polish beads, 11/0 seed beads, and mini RounDuos, repeated to fit the wrist size. Once the base is complete, montee crystals are added between the units using 15/0 seed beads, creating a bright and eye-catching centerpiece. The design is then refined by adding 11/0 seed beads along the outer edges of the RounDuos to form a clean border, followed by attaching a clasp with reinforced seed bead loops for durability. The result is a lightweight, flexible bracelet that looks intricate but is easy and enjoyable to make.
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Quick Project Steps
Start Your Thread
Cut a comfortable length of thread (max ~3 ft) and thread a size 11 needle.
Create First RAW Unit
Pick up: fire polish → 11/0 → mini RounDuo → 11/0 → fire polish → 11/0 → mini RounDuo → 11/0, then loop through to form your first right angle weave unit.
Build the Base
Repeat RAW units, connecting through fire polish beads, until the bracelet fits your wrist.
Add Monty Crystals
Between each unit, add: 15/0 → monty → 15/0, anchor into the next fire polish bead, then reinforce through the monty.
Continue Across
Repeat the monty step along the entire bracelet, keeping them centered.
Add Edge Beads
Sew through the outer holes of the mini RounDuos, adding two 11/0 seed beads between each one.
Repeat on Other Side
Do the same edging on the opposite side to balance the design.
Attach the Clasp
Use loops of 3 seed beads to connect each side of the clasp, reinforcing for strength.
Add Top Decoration (Optional)
Between RounDuos, add: 15/0 → 11/0 → fire polish → 11/0 → 15/0, looping back to create raised arches.
Reinforce & Finish
Weave through beads to secure, tighten tension, trim thread, and adjust for a smooth, sparkly finish.
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Item Description
This tutorial teaches how to create the Shine On Bracelet using a simple one-needle technique that’s beginner-friendly yet produces a highly sparkly, elegant design. The bracelet begins with a foundation of right angle weave (RAW) units made from fire polish beads, 11/0 seed beads, and mini RounDuos, repeated to fit the wrist size. Once the base is complete, montee crystals are added between the units using 15/0 seed beads, creating a bright and eye-catching centerpiece. The design is then refined by adding 11/0 seed beads along the outer edges of the RounDuos to form a clean border, followed by attaching a clasp with reinforced seed bead loops for durability. The result is a lightweight, flexible bracelet that looks intricate but is easy and enjoyable to make.
Designer's Material List
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
RounDuo Mini Beads - Silver Labrador Full 4mm, 46 Beads
Czech Faceted Round Beads - Magic Blue 4mm, 44 Beads
Potomac Crystal Rose Montees - Fuchsia | SS16, 23 Beads
Claspgarten Egyptian Sun Box Push Clasp with Swarovski Pearl | 11mm | 2-Strand | Real 23k Gold Plated, 1 Piece
Project Steps
Start Your Thread
Cut a comfortable length of thread (max ~3 ft) and thread a size 11 needle.
Create First RAW Unit
Pick up: fire polish → 11/0 → mini RounDuo → 11/0 → fire polish → 11/0 → mini RounDuo → 11/0, then loop through to form your first right angle weave unit.
Build the Base
Repeat RAW units, connecting through fire polish beads, until the bracelet fits your wrist.
Add Monty Crystals
Between each unit, add: 15/0 → monty → 15/0, anchor into the next fire polish bead, then reinforce through the monty.
Continue Across
Repeat the monty step along the entire bracelet, keeping them centered.
Add Edge Beads
Sew through the outer holes of the mini RounDuos, adding two 11/0 seed beads between each one.
Repeat on Other Side
Do the same edging on the opposite side to balance the design.
Attach the Clasp
Use loops of 3 seed beads to connect each side of the clasp, reinforcing for strength.
Add Top Decoration (Optional)
Between RounDuos, add: 15/0 → 11/0 → fire polish → 11/0 → 15/0, looping back to create raised arches.
Reinforce & Finish
Weave through beads to secure, tighten tension, trim thread, and adjust for a smooth, sparkly finish.
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