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Bricks and Strands Beaded Bracelet

Easy to Make with this Free Bead Pattern

By Paula S. Morgan, About.com

Bricks and Strands Beaded Bracelet

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Paula S. Morgan
I love the look and feel of bead strands on my wrist, but wondered how I could make a cool closure for such a bracelet. Then, while checking out some basic Brick Stitch earrings, I realized I had my answer! Best of all, this easy to make Bricks and Strands Beaded Bracelet is versatile, as you can wear the closure in front or in back of the wrist. Looks great either way.

Here's what you'll need to make you own:

Clear AB 11/0 seed beads - approximately 5 grams

Silver lined AB 11/0 seed beads - approximately 5 grams

Clear AB size 7 (7 mm) bugles beads - approximately 26

Nymo size "D" - white

Size 12 beading needle 2 - 10 mm long pieces of silver colored French wire

Magnetic Clasp - silver colored

Clear Nail Polish (optional, to use on knots)

Here are the complete instructions for making your won "Bricks and Strands Bracelet" Enjoy this fast and fun beaded bracelet.

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