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Motif Seed Bead Bracelet Tutorial

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Join Allie as she shows you how to use ladder stitch with a color pattern to create a repeated oval motif in this jewlery-making seed bead tutorial. Use size 8 and size 11 Miyuki seed beads in varying colors to change the look and feel of this basic stitch bracelet.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Motif Seed Bead Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Gunmetal 8/0, ~ 2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Light Sapphire 8/0, ~ 2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Silver 8/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Montana 11/0, ~ 4 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Light Sapphire 11/0, ~ 2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Silver 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Montana AB 2mm, ~ 11 Beads
  • Claspgarten Diamondback Princess Box Push Clasp with Swarovski Crystal | 22x12mm, 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather all beads, thread, needle, and clasp. Start with a Stop Bead: Attach a stop bead to your thread to prevent beads from falling off. Begin Ladder Stitch: Create a base using ladder stitch with your chosen colors of 8/0 and 11/0 Miyuki seed beads. Expand the Motif: Add arches and loops to form the oval motif, alternating bead sizes and colors as desired. Incorporate the Clasp: Finish the bracelet by attaching the claspgarten clasp, ensuring it's securely fastened. Customize Your Design: Experiment with different colors and sizes of beads to make the bracelet uniquely yours.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
    • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
    • Protective Coatings - Permalac Collection | Semi-Gloss and Matte (8ml bottle of each)
    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
    • Thread Zap II

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Motif Seed Bead Bracelet Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Item Description

    Join Allie as she shows you how to use ladder stitch with a color pattern to create a repeated oval motif in this jewlery-making seed bead tutorial. Use size 8 and size 11 Miyuki seed beads in varying colors to change the look and feel of this basic stitch bracelet.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Gunmetal 8/0, ~ 2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Light Sapphire 8/0, ~ 2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Silver 8/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Montana 11/0, ~ 4 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Light Sapphire 11/0, ~ 2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Silver 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Montana AB 2mm, ~ 11 Beads
  • Claspgarten Diamondback Princess Box Push Clasp with Swarovski Crystal | 22x12mm, 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather all beads, thread, needle, and clasp. Start with a Stop Bead: Attach a stop bead to your thread to prevent beads from falling off. Begin Ladder Stitch: Create a base using ladder stitch with your chosen colors of 8/0 and 11/0 Miyuki seed beads. Expand the Motif: Add arches and loops to form the oval motif, alternating bead sizes and colors as desired. Incorporate the Clasp: Finish the bracelet by attaching the claspgarten clasp, ensuring it's securely fastened. Customize Your Design: Experiment with different colors and sizes of beads to make the bracelet uniquely yours.