Retired - Biloba Bracelet

Name: Retired - Biloba Bracelet
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: B8041
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT B8041

Designer: Alexandra Smith

Skill Level: Beginner

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Satin rainbow hues delight the eye in this bracelet of pearlescent Minos par Puca beads nestled between 2-hole Ginko beads. Simple and elegant, the design is finished using thread protectors and a magnetic 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 beads strung.

Cut 2 feet of Fireline and thread a size 12 beading needle. Add a small bead stopper onto your thread, leaving a 4 inch tail.
Thread your needle through the wide end of one Ginko bead. Then string on one Minos par Puca bead. Continue the pattern for a total of 20 Ginko beads and 20 Minos par Puca beads or until you have reached your desired length (make sure your Ginko beads are all facing the same direction).
Now thread your needle through one side of a wire protector. String on one side of your magnetic clasp. Then thread your needle back through the wire protector.
String on one Minos par Puca bead, then thread your needle back through the second hole of the last Ginko bead you strung. String on another Minos par Puca bead. Continue the pattern down this side of the bracelet, stringing one Minos par Puca bead between each Ginko bead as you thread your way down the opposite side of the bracelet, for a total of 21 Minos par Puca beads (see photo for reference).
String on another wire protector. Then slide on the other side of your magnetic clasp.
String on one more Minos par Puca bead.
Remove the stopper bead and tie the two ends of your Fireline together in an overhand knot so that the knot lands snugly between the Minos par Puca bead and the Ginko bead.
Tie off and weave in both ends of your thread. Enjoy!

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)

BCG-100 - Czech Glass Matubo, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, 10 Grams, Crystal Violet Rainbow
Project uses 20 pieces. You will need 1 package.

BCT-0204 - Czech Glass Minos par Puca, Cylindrical Beads 2.5x3mm, 120 Pieces, Pastel White
Project uses 44 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FCL-6808 - Magnetic Clasp, 6x4.5mm, 4 Clasp Sets, Silver Plated
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

FCR-4160 - Silver Plated Wire & Thread Protectors .019 Inch Loops (50)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

XCR-1280 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Crystal Clear
Project uses 2 feet. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
XTL-0373 - Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5 Inch, 1 Pair
XTL-3000 - Bead Stopper- Stop Beads Sliding Off Stringing Material

Additional Information

Theme	Autumn
Ingredients	BCG-100, FCL-6808, FCR-4160, XCR-1280,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

Intro to Beading 101: Getting Started with Jewelry Making
Product Guide: Using 2-Hole Beads in Jewelry Making
Stringing 101: Bead Stringing Basics

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.

Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, Crystal Violet Rainbow (10 Grams)

            Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, Crystal Violet Rainbow (10 Grams)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Grams.

                $2.95
            
             / Package | SKU: BCG-100

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Magnetic Clasps, Round 6x4.5mm, Silver Plated (1 Set)

            Magnetic Clasps, Round 6x4.5mm, Silver Plated (1 Set)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Set.

                $0.99
            
             / Package | SKU: FCL-6808

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Wire & Thread Protectors, .019 Inch Loops Silver Plated (50 Pieces)

            Wire & Thread Protectors, .019 Inch Loops Silver Plated (50 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $2.89
            
             / Package | SKU: FCR-4160

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FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Crystal Clear (15 Yards)

            FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Crystal Clear (15 Yards)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.

                $6.95
            
             / Package | SKU: XCR-1280