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Flew the Nest Bracelet Tutorial

The Flew the Nest bracelet is a beautiful jewelry option for anyone who loves beaded bracelets! With so many color options, it's a wonderful it for any time of year or type of occasion.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Flew the Nest Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Gemstone Round 8mm - White Magnesite Turquoise, ~15 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Silver Lined Topaz, ~2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Opaque Underwater Blue, ~2 Grams
  • Potomac Crystal Round 4mm - Blue Zircon, ~28 Beads
  • Wire Guards - Silver, 2 Pieces
  • Clasp, 1 Piece Second Colorway:
  • Gemstone Round 8mm - Carnelian, ~15 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Matte Metallic Dark Green Iris, ~2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat galvanized Champagne, ~2 Grams
  • Potomac Crystal Round 4mm - Smokey Topaz, ~28 Beads
  • Wire Guards - Gold, 2 Pieces
  • Magnetic Round Clasp - Gold, 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Start with the base of the Empty Nest bracelet.
    Add a new piece of thread and work with two needles to create a crisscross design.
    Use 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads along with 8mm gemstones to embellish the bracelet.
    Incorporate 4mm Potomac Crystal rounds to enhance the design.
    Finish the bracelet with wire guards and a clasp for a professional look.
    Repeat the crisscross pattern throughout the bracelet for a stunning effect.

    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"
    Flew the Nest Bracelet Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    The Flew the Nest bracelet is a beautiful jewelry option for anyone who loves beaded bracelets! With so many color options, it's a wonderful it for any time of year or type of occasion.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Gemstone Round 8mm - White Magnesite Turquoise, ~15 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Silver Lined Topaz, ~2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Opaque Underwater Blue, ~2 Grams
  • Potomac Crystal Round 4mm - Blue Zircon, ~28 Beads
  • Wire Guards - Silver, 2 Pieces
  • Clasp, 1 Piece Second Colorway:
  • Gemstone Round 8mm - Carnelian, ~15 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Matte Metallic Dark Green Iris, ~2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat galvanized Champagne, ~2 Grams
  • Potomac Crystal Round 4mm - Smokey Topaz, ~28 Beads
  • Wire Guards - Gold, 2 Pieces
  • Magnetic Round Clasp - Gold, 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Start with the base of the Empty Nest bracelet.
    Add a new piece of thread and work with two needles to create a crisscross design.
    Use 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads along with 8mm gemstones to embellish the bracelet.
    Incorporate 4mm Potomac Crystal rounds to enhance the design.
    Finish the bracelet with wire guards and a clasp for a professional look.
    Repeat the crisscross pattern throughout the bracelet for a stunning effect.