Skipping Stones Halo Bracelet - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads

Remember those childhood carefree day’s laying by the water skipping stones? Re-live them while making this Skipping Stones Halo Bracelet featuring the NEW Halos for IrisDuo Beads! What color will you make your stones? Click here for complete bead & jewelry-making supply lists: ➡️ In this video tutorial, the host demonstrates how to create a beautiful “Skipping Stones Halo Bracelet“ using Iris Duo Halo beads. Here’s what you will learn: How to gather the necessary materials for the project, including the new Iris Duo Halo beads. The process of threading two size 10 needles with size 8 Dragon thread. The method of attaching a clasp to the bracelet at the beginning of the project. The technique of adding Iris Duo beads to the bracelet, with the exterior beads sitting empty and the interior beads having halos around them. The importance of ensuring equal thread length on both needles and making sure the beads are sitting flat. The process of adding the first Iris Duo bead from the flat side down, going from left to right. The technique of creating a specific pattern with the beads, using specific colors and types of beads. The method of making tight pulls to avoid extra thread showing. The process of adding a second Iris Duo and connecting it with crystals. The technique of creating a collection of 11/0 beads in silver and crystal bicones. The method of adding another Iris Duo and sewing through it with green beads on both sides. The process of adding a clasp to a finished project using Iris Duo beads. The technique of reinforcing the clasp and ensuring that the beads are facing the correct direction. The method of sewing a bracelet and includes tips for tying off thread ends and using a thread burner. The process of using glue to attach a cabochon to the bracelet. The designer’s suggested colors & materials: •Halo Bead for IrisDuo - Antique Silver, ~ 9 Beads •IrisDuo Beads - White Teal Luster 7x4mm, ~ 36 Beads •Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Smoked Topaz AB 2mm, 18 Beads •Miyuki Seed Beads - Chartreuse Lined Olive AB 11/0, ~ 1 Gram •Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Silver 11/0, ~ 1 Gram •Claspgarten Infinite Customizable Box Push Clasp for Cabochons Size 10mm | | 1-Strand | Multiple Metal Options, 1 Piece •Czech Cabochons - White Teal Luster 10mm, 1 Piece Enjoy using this jewelry-making bead tutorial video to help you become a more creative and happier beader! 00:00 - Introduction: The host introduces the project and the new Iris Duo Halo beads. 00:23 - Step 1: Gathering materials and preparing the needles with Dragon thread. 02:41 - Step 2: Attaching the clasp and adding the first Iris Duo bead. 06:52 - Step 3: Adding more Iris Duo beads, creating a pattern, and connecting with crystals. 09:44 - Outro: Finishing the bracelet, adding the clasp, and tying off thread ends.