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Empress Bracelet Tutorial

This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Allie Buchman's "Empress Bracelet" design, using 2 different sizes of Dome beads. Find a complete list of supplies in the description below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Empress Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Dome Beads - Turquoise Blue
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 2x3mm - Fern Green AB
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Metallic Light Bronze
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Opaque Dark Orchid
  • Cup Button - Turquoise Picasso
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Preparing the Clasp: Attach a cup button using three 11/0 seed beads, threading through each side of the button and then adding three 11/0 seed beads to each needle.
    Adding Dome Beads: Start by adding 8/0 seed beads, creating a cross-through point for symmetry, followed by attaching the smaller dome bead (10x6mm).
    Incorporating Crystals: After the dome beads, introduce crystal rondelles between 8/0 seed beads using peyote stitch for embellishment.
    Finishing Touches: Complete the bracelet by securing the clasp's loop end with 11/0 seed beads in a peyote stitch pattern for a snug fit around the button.
    Variations: Encourages experimenting with different colors and bead types for personal customization.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
    • Thread Zap II
    • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
    • Plastic Caliper Tool - White
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Empress Bracelet Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Allie Buchman's "Empress Bracelet" design, using 2 different sizes of Dome beads. Find a complete list of supplies in the description below.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Dome Beads - Turquoise Blue
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 2x3mm - Fern Green AB
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Metallic Light Bronze
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Opaque Dark Orchid
  • Cup Button - Turquoise Picasso
  • Project Steps

    Preparing the Clasp: Attach a cup button using three 11/0 seed beads, threading through each side of the button and then adding three 11/0 seed beads to each needle.
    Adding Dome Beads: Start by adding 8/0 seed beads, creating a cross-through point for symmetry, followed by attaching the smaller dome bead (10x6mm).
    Incorporating Crystals: After the dome beads, introduce crystal rondelles between 8/0 seed beads using peyote stitch for embellishment.
    Finishing Touches: Complete the bracelet by securing the clasp's loop end with 11/0 seed beads in a peyote stitch pattern for a snug fit around the button.
    Variations: Encourages experimenting with different colors and bead types for personal customization.