Retired - Portsmouth Bracelet in Hot Cocoa

PROJECT B7051
Designer: Rachel Zaimont
Skill Level: Intermediate
Czech glass Es-O beads and Austrian crystal pearls create a rich swirl of wintry colors in this bead woven bracelet, featuring a DIY beaded clasp.
Instructions

Note: Components and tools listed within this INSTRUCTIONS box and the printer-friendly PDF, if available, may have been discontinued since this project was published. Refer to the PURCHASE COMPONENTS and TOOLS AND OTHER SUPPLIES sections for current availability.

These instructions will make a 7 inch bracelet. For a longer or shorter bracelet, adjust the number of beaded units you weave.
  1. To see how to make this bracelet from start to finish, please watch our video: How to Bead Weave the Portsmouth Bracelet using 2-Hole Es-O Beads and Austrian Crystal Pearls. In this video you will learn how to weave the beaded units of the bracelet and make the beaded button clasp.
  2. Enjoy your bracelet!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • BCP-07010 - Czech Glass, Es-O Mini 2-Hole Beads 4mm, 5 Grams, Cocoa Airy Pearl
    Project uses 100 pieces. You will need 2 packages.

  • SWP-6036 - Austrian Crystal, 5810 Round Faux Pearl Beads 6mm, 50 Pieces, Iridescent Red
    Project uses 9 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • SWP-3004 - Austrian Crystal, 5810 Round Faux Pearl Beads 3mm, 50 Pieces, Creamrose
    Project uses 36 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • JSK-0417 - Toho Seed Beads, Round 11/0 Semi Glazed, 8 Gram Tube, Rainbow Blue Turquoise
    Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

  • SWP-8036 - Austrian Crystal, 5810 Round Faux Pearl Beads 8mm, 25 Pieces, Iridescent Red
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-1289 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 6lb Test and 0.006 Thick, 15 Yard Mini Spool, Smoke Gray
    Project uses 10 feet. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5700 - Fiskars 5 Precision Tip Scissors - Super Sharp
  • XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
Additional Information
Theme Winter, USA/Patriotic
Ingredients JSK-0417, XCR-1289,

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. This project is RETIRED. Please review project instructions carefully—some items may no longer be available for this project and will not be listed below. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.
Toho Seed Beads, Round 11/0 Semi Glazed, Rainbow Blue Turquoise (8 Gram Tube)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.
$3.65 / Package | SKU: JSK-0417
FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 6lb Test and 0.006
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$6.65 / Package | SKU: XCR-1289
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Tools and Other Supplies:

/ Package | SKU: XTL-5700
The Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 pcs)

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