Sandra D Halpenny - Beaded Bracelets Pattern Collection

Sandra D. Halpenny

This book is dedicated to my husband Dave, and my son Joshua.

Thank you for your patience.

Beaded Bracelets Pattern Collection

Published by: Sandra D. Halpenny

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Beaded Bracelets Pattern Collection

epub ISBN: 978-1-387-07490-7

Editor: Rosalie Wakefield

Patterns proofed and tested by: Julia Wentz

Bracelet Designs, Illustrations and Photographs,

Copyright 2011 - 2017, Sandra D. Halpenny

All rights reserved. No part of this book, text, photographs or illustrations, may be reproduced or transmitted in any way known now or as yet unknown, without written permission obtained beforehand from the author.

Every effort has been made to ensure that all the information in this book is accurate. However, due to differing conditions, tools and individual skills, the publisher cannot be responsible for any injuries, losses or other damages that may result from the use of the information in this book.

The finished items made from this book can be made for personal use and for individuals own pin money. You have my permission to make and sell the finished bracelets at arts and craft shows, etc. No MASS production allowed. You may NOT teach classes from this book without written permission from the author. You may NOT distribute the patterns from this book in any way.

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In this book you will find 14 wonderful beaded bracelet patterns. From the beginner beader to the more advanced, you will enjoy making this collection of bracelets. Each pattern has step-by-step written directions and full color illustrations. Most of the bracelets are made using a handful of beads. Some even have crystals for added sparkle. If the pattern calls for 4mm crystals you can use Fire-polished crystals or Australian crystals in round or bi-cone. As long as the crystals are 4mm they should work. If you make all these bracelets you will have a great collection of bracelets to add to your wardrobe.

For this eBook I have added the basic bead weaving instructions at the end of the book. The nice thing when you are bead weaving is all you really need is needle and thread. There arent a lot of instructions because its so easy to learn and do. With a little bit of patience and practice, you will beading your bracelets in no time.

Hope you enjoy making all the bracelets.

Sandy

Beads

Most of the bracelet patterns in this book are designed using Miyuki seed beads {round}. I like to use the these seed beads because they are uniform in size and the holes are large and even and wide enough to go through with thread several times. Of course, you can use any kind of seed beads, some of the patterns might need to be adjusted. Do a small section first, to see how your seed beads will work. There are also a couple of patterns that I have also used Miyuki Delica bead. The Delica beads are cylinder beads.

Check out this video to see the difference between Miyuki seed beads and Miyuki Delica beads. This is a great video that explains the difference between seed beads and Delica beads, https://youtu.be/2Q6CIgcbVe4 .

Miyuki seed beads

Miyuki Delica beads.

The seed beads and Delica beads are not interchangeable for the bracelet patterns in this book.

Triangle Beads

Czech Fire-Polished Beads

Swarovski bicone crystals

Thread

What you would look for is a beading thread with a weight of D. My favorites are Nymo and C-Lon thread. This is a thread that is not too heavy and not too thin. Match the color of thread to the color of beads that are in your bracelet.

I have recently started using Fireline fishing line, too. I like 4lb and 6lb for bead weaving. You do not need to stretch or wax The Fireline.

Needles

Beading needles come in different lengths and sizes. You will need sizes #11 and #12 beading needles. They come in short and long versions. I use the John James sharps. I prefer the short, but it really makes no difference if you use either one.

Beeswax

Beeswax is used for conditioning your thread. It can also help to keep your thread from tangling. You can get it from any bead store and also from any fabric store. The fabric stores usually sell beeswax in a round plastic container.

You can also use a thread conditioner like Thread Heaven or Thread Magic. Taylor Seville-Thread Magic Round is is designed to make thread more manageable. It reduces friction when sewing protects against UV rays mold and mildew and helps reduce tangling and knotting.

Scissors

You will need a small, very sharp scissors. Invest in a good one, it is worth it.

Clear Nail Polish

No we are not going to do our nails. Nail polish is used for holding your knots and your thread in place. Only use fresh clear polish. Note: If you are using dyed beads, check for color fastness before using the polish. Sometimes nail polish can remove color from beads.