Learn to make the "Drama Queen Herringbone Bezel Bracelet" with this DIY jewelry making tutorial by PotomacBeads. This video covers the basics of creating bezels using various sizes of Miyuki Seed Beads (11/0, 15/0, 8/0) and Potomac Crystal Rivolis, and demonstrates the herringbone stitch technique. Perfect for those interested in crafting their own elegant and intricate beadwork jewelry.
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This tutorial guides you through creating a "Drama Queen Herringbone Bezel Bracelet."
You'll learn to bezel rivolis and enhance them with additional bezeling to create a unique piece.
The focus is on techniques such as herringbone stitch and working with various seed bead sizes to form a decorative and functional piece of jewelry.
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
• Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne 11/0, 4 grams
• Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Sea Foam 11/0, 9 grams
• Miyuki Seed Beads - Gunmetal Iris 8/0, 13 grams
• Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne 15/0, 3 grams
• Potomac Crystal Rivolis - White Opal 14mm, 1 piece
• Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Crystal Gold Patina 14mm, (Picasso), 1 piece
• Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Jonquil 14mm, 1 piece
• Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Light Azore 14mm, 1 piece
• Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Colorshift Sunshine 14mm, 1 piece
• Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Colorshift Moonlight 14mm, 1 piece
• Claspgarten Infinite Customizable Box Push Clasp for Rivoli Size 14mm | Gold, 1 piece
• Czech Faceted Round Beads - Jet Blue Iris 3mm, 12 beads
Enjoy using this jewelry-making bead tutorial video to help you become a more creative and happier beader!
00:00 - Introduction and overview of the project
00:17 - Beginning the bezel for rivolis
08:56 - Working on the first layer of the bezel
13:25 - Adding additional layers to the bezel
19:40 - Transitioning to herringbone stitch for the outer bezel
36:23 - Finalizing the bezel and starting to connect components
46:29 - Additional connections and final touches
54:50 - Recap and final overview
1:04:33 - Outro and additional tips