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Red Hat Society Members! This one is for you! The slipstitch
bead crochet pattern uses red and purple bead colors to make a great bracelet.
The instructions will make it easier for you to learn how to crochet with
several colors and get the tube started. Careful threading of the beads
leads to a stunning bracelet! The pattern instructions include the 
eed For Beads Easy Start Method,
as well as detailed instructions for an invisible join. A basic knowledge
of bead crochet is assumed. However, experienced bead crochet beaders will
find the Easy Start and other instructions helpful while trying to start
and finish this pattern.
Directions include material list, graph, word chart, as well as photographs and figures to help you succeed with this bracelet.
The resulting bracelet has two sides, one red and one purple as shown below:
Alternatively, you can put a twist into the bracelet before doing the invisible join. This gets you another look, one in which both sides show at the same time, as in the picture below.
8" - pattern is adjustable for your wrist size.
Want the kit instead? The kit for this bracelet is also available.
This slipstitch bead crochet pattern uses nine colors of 11/0 Czech seed beads, and has a different pattern on each side. Side one has a warm design of red, yellow, and green, while side two has red, yellow, green, and blue. Designed for one of my customers wanting the colors of the MacMillan clan plaid, this bead crochet pattern is slightly more difficult than most. However, careful threading of the colors leads to a stunning bracelet! The combination of opaque, and transparent beads makes a wonderful pattern that should complement several of your outfits--not just a MacMillan plaid!
Instructions include an Easy Start, as well as detailed instructions and illustrations for an invisible join. A basic knowledge of bead crochet is assumed. However, experienced bead crochet beaders will find the Easy Start and invisible join instructions helpful while trying to start and finish this pattern.
Directions include material list, color legend, graph, and word chart, as well as photographs and figures to help you succeed with this bracelet.
8" - pattern is adjustable for your wrist size.
Want the kit instead? The kit for this bracelet is also available. Or do you like to leave the beading to someone else and just want the bracelet? You can find that here.
This slipstitch bead crochet pattern uses a great red Delica bead color, and matching daggers. Although this bead crochet pattern is slightly more difficult than most, the instructions will make it easier for you to learn how to crochet with daggers and get the tube started. Careful threading of the beads leads to a stunning bracelet! The pattern suggests the sterling silver Bali beads, rondelles, findings, and wire you will need to complete the toggle.
Instructions include an Easy Start, as well as detailed instructions and illustrations for an inexperience beader to begin the tube. A basic knowledge of bead crochet is assumed. However, experienced bead crochet beaders will find the Easy Start and other instructions helpful while trying to start and finish this pattern.
Directions include material list, as well as photographs and figures to help you succeed with this bracelet.
8" - pattern is adjustable for your wrist size.
Want the kit instead? The kit for this bracelet is also available.
A variation on the bracelet above, this slipstitch bead crochet pattern also uses a great red Delica bead color, but uses pink daggers for contrast. Although this bead crochet pattern is slightly more difficult than most, the instructions will make it easier for you to learn how to crochet with daggers and get the tube started. Careful threading of the beads leads to a stunning bracelet! The pattern suggests the sterling silver Bali beads, rondelles, findings, and wire you will need to complete the toggle.
Instructions include an Easy Start, as well as detailed instructions and illustrations for an inexperience beader to begin the tube. A basic knowledge of bead crochet is assumed. However, experienced bead crochet beaders will find the Easy Start and other instructions helpful while trying to start and finish this pattern.
Directions include material list, as well as photographs and figures to help you succeed with this bracelet.
8" - pattern is adjustable for your wrist size.
Want the kit instead? The kit for this bracelet is also available.
Another variation on the bracelets above, this slipstitch bead crochet pattern uses lavender Delica beads, and lavender daggers with gray fireline for the thread to give a dusty color to the bracelet. Although this bead crochet pattern is slightly more difficult than most, the instructions will make it easier for you to learn how to crochet with daggers and get the tube started. Careful threading of the beads leads to a stunning bracelet! The pattern suggests the sterling silver Bali beads, rondelles, findings, and wire you will need to complete the toggle.
Instructions include an Easy Start, as well as detailed instructions and illustrations for an inexperience beader to begin the tube. A basic knowledge of bead crochet is assumed. However, experienced bead crochet beaders will find the Easy Start and other instructions helpful while trying to start and finish this pattern.
Directions include material list, as well as photographs and figures to help you succeed with this bracelet.
8" - pattern is adjustable for your wrist size.
Want the kit instead? The kit for this bracelet is also available. Or do you like to leave the beading to someone else and just want the bracelet? You can find that here.
Another variation of what you can do with the peyote stitch, this bracelet pattern uses Czech or Japanese seed beads, and Swarovski® crystals to create a wonderful, sparkling bracelet. The instructions are written for beginners, but even the experienced beader will enjoy making this bracelet. The toggle sits on top of the bracelet, making sizing easy for your wrist. The instructions include steps for making the matching toggle using 1-drop peyote stitch, as well as an Easy Start for the peyote stitches. Pattern includes material list, as well as photographs and figures, to help you succeed with this bracelet.
Kits for this bracelet design are available. The green kit will make the bracelet above. A blue kit for the bracelet below is also available. The another one comes in Colorado Topaz.
8" - pattern is adjustable for your wrist size. The bracelet below shows the pattern done in blue and gold.
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This pattern uses pink pearls, 8/o Delicas, crystal silver-lined seed beads, and Delica 11/o beads. Pattern directions include step-by-step photos of how to start the spiral and increase beads to obtain the beautiful spiral effect. Closure can be done using clamshell and toggle of choice, or using cones and toggle.
Want the kit instead? The kit for this bracelet is also available.
A variation of the the pattern above, this uses peach pearls, 2mm red coral beads, crystal gold-lined seed beads, and Delica 11/o beads. Pattern directions include step-by-step photos of how to start the spiral and increase beads to obtain the beautiful spiral effect. Closure can be done using clamshell and toggle of choice, or using cones and toggle.
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Available now: Kits for this bracelet in various colors. Above pattern includes directions only.
Want the kit instead? The kit for this bracelet is also available.
This slipstitch bead crochet pattern uses seven colors of 11/0 Czech seed beads, most readily available from bead stores. The combination of opaque, matte, and/or transparent beads makes a wonderful pattern that should complement several of your outfits. The white, yellow, and green beads create one part of the plaid, while the black and darker beads create the rest pf the plaid design. The effect is similar to a Irish plaid print.
Instructions include an easy start, as well as detailed instructions and illustrations for an invisible join. A basic knowledge of bead crochet is assumed, but beginners may find the easy start and invisible join instructions helpful while learning to bead crochet.
Directions include material list, color legend, graph, and word chart, as well as photographs and figures to help you succeed with bead crochet.
This 8" - pattern is adjustable for your wrist size by decreasing the number of repeats of the pattern.
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Want the kit instead? The kit for this bracelet is also available.
This slipstitch bead crochet pattern uses seven colors of 11/0 Czech seed beads, most readily available from bead stores. The combination of silver-lined, opaque, matte, and transparent beads makes a wonderful pattern that should complement several of your outfits. The white, gold, and red beads create one spiral, while the black and darker beads create a spiral going in the opposite direction. The effect is similar to a Scottish plaid print.
Instructions include an easy start, as well as detailed instructions and illustrations for an invisible join. A basic knowledge of bead crochet is assumed, but beginners may find the easy start and invisible join instructions helpful while learning to bead crochet.
Directions include material list, color legend, graph, and word chart, as well as photographs and figures to help you succeed with bead crochet.
This 8" - pattern is adjustable for your wrist size by decreasing the number of repeats of the pattern.
Click picture to enlarge further.
Want the kit instead? The kit for this bracelet is also available.
This slipstitch bead crochet pattern uses four colors of Blue Moon 11/0 Czech seed beads, most readily available from bead stores, such as Michaels. The combination of brightly colored beads makes a wonderful pattern that should complement several of your outfits. The white background has a green stripe that reminded me of a flagpole cord, and the navy blue and turquoise beads make the flags that circle the bracelet
Instructions include an easy start, as well as detailed instructions and illustrations for an invisible join. A basic knowledge of bead crochet is assumed, but beginners may find the easy start and invisible join instructions helpful while learning to bead crochet.
Directions include material list, color legend, graph, and word chart, as well as photographs and figures to help you succeed with bead crochet. This 8" - pattern is adjustable for your wrist size by decreasing the number of repeats of the pattern.
Click picture to enlarge further.
Want the kit instead? The kit for this bracelet is also available. Or do you like to leave the beading to someone else and just want the bracelet? You can find that here.
This slipstitch bead crochet pattern uses only four colors of 11/0 Czech seed beads readily available from bead stores. The combination of silver-lined, opaque, and transparent beads makes a wonderful pattern that should complement several of your outfits. The white, gold, and red beads create brackets, while the black beads create parentheses.
Instructions include an easy start, as well as detailed instructions and illustrations for an invisible join. A basic knowledge of bead crochet is assumed, but beginners may find the easy start and invisible join instructions helpful while learning to bead crochet.
Directions include material list, color legend, graph, and word chart, as well as photographs and figures to help you succeed with bead crochet. This 8" - pattern is adjustable for your wrist size by decreasing the number of repeats of the pattern.
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Add some bling to your fashion wardrobe! This bracelet uses fine Austrian crystals, silver-lined Czech seed beads and faceted stone beads. The pattern is for beginners, so even if you are only starting to bead, the complete illustrated instructions make it easy for you to finish this project successfully.
The stone beads are highlighted by the crystals and the silver-lined crystal beads, drawing attention to the pattern that weaves around the faceted stones. The bracelet is flexible, and can be adjusted to make it exactly the length you need for your wrist. Attach a silver clasp with a matching stone and you have one knock-out bracelet or necklace. Let's take a closer look at the woven strand:
The pattern gives instructions for adding a purchased toggle; however, you could also add a beaded toggle if you prefer (not shown here).
This bracelet uses a bead crochet stitch and four colors of 11/0 Czech seed beads and a tradional pattern. The instructions are for beginner bead crocheters, with complete illustrated instructions to do an invisible join successfully.
A closer look at the pattern shows you exactly how this pattern will look, right down to the silver-lined bead in the center of the diamond
Like all slipstitch bead crochet bracelet, you make this bracelet to the measurement of your wrist. To put the bracelet on, you roll the bracelet over your hand. The bracelet stretches as you roll, and then snaps back to your size on your wrist.
If not your size, contact me to order a customized bracelet that I will make especially for you!
This bracelet uses a bead crochet stitch and one color of 11/0 Czech seed beads and Miyuki drops. The instructions are for beginner bead crocheters, with complete illustrated instructions to do an invisible join successfully.
This shows how the bracelet looks worn. Click to enlarge
The pattern also includes instructions on how to finish the bracelet with a clasp.
Like all slipstitch bead crochet bracelet, you make this bracelet to the measurement of your wrist. To put the bracelet on, you roll the bracelet over your hand. The bracelet stretches as you roll, and then snaps back to your size on your wrist.
If not your size or style, contact me to order a customized bracelet that I will make especially for you!
This bracelet uses a bead crochet stitch and one Czech Flower bead. The instructions are for beginner bead crocheters, with complete illustrated instructions to do an invisible join successfully.
This shows how the bracelet looks worn. Click on the picture above to enlarge the photograph.
The pattern also includes instructions on how to finish the bracelet with a clasp.
Like all slipstitch bead crochet bracelet, you make this bracelet to the measurement of your wrist. To put the bracelet on, you roll the bracelet over your hand. The bracelet stretches as you roll, and then snaps back to your size on your wrist.
Don't want to make your own? I have one for sale while it lasts. If not your size or style, contact me to order a customized bracelet that I will make especially for you!
This bracelet uses a bead crochet stitch and 2 colors of Miyuki drops. The instructions are for beginner bead crocheters, with complete illustrated instructions to do an invisible join successfully. This bead crochet pattern uses 3mm Miyuki drops in black and white and 11/0 Czech seed beads. Pattern includes a DB chart and detailed instructions for either an invisible join, or the completion of the bracelet with a clasp. Pictures shows bracelet on its side, and how the drops look when worn. The Czech seed beads are on the underside of the bracelet, making it very comfortable to wear. The drops are on the upper side and show the beauty of the Miyuki beads, as well as the diagonal design, when you have the bracelet on your wrist.
This shows how the bracelet looks worn. Click on the picture above to enlarge the photograph.
Like all slipstitch bead crochet bracelet, you make this bracelet to the measurement of your wrist. To put the bracelet on, you roll the bracelet over your hand. The bracelet stretches as you roll, and then snaps back to your size on your wrist--unless of course you've decided to finish it with your favorite clasp!
Don't want to make your own? I have one for sale while it lasts. If not your size or style, contact me to order a customized bracelet that I will make especially for you!
This bracelet uses a bead crochet stitch, 1 color of Miyuki drops, and matching Czech seed beads. The instructions are for beginner bead crocheters, with complete illustrated instructions to do an invisible join successfully. This bead crochet pattern uses 3mm Miyuki drops and 11/0 Czech seed beads. Pattern includes a DB chart and detailed instructions for either an invisible join, or the completion of the bracelet with a clasp. The drops spirally gracefully around the bracelet, catching the light in an intriguing way.
Like all slipstitch bead crochet bracelet, you make this bracelet to the measurement of your wrist. To put the bracelet on, you roll the bracelet over your hand. The bracelet stretches as you roll, and then snaps back to your size on your wrist--unless of course you've decided to finish it with your favorite clasp!
This bracelet uses a bead crochet stitch, two colors of Miyuki 8/0 seed beads, and pink Czech pressed flower beads. The instructions are for beginner bead crocheters, with complete illustrated instructions to do an invisible join successfully. Pattern includes a DB chart and detailed instructions for either an invisible join, or the completion of the bracelet with a clasp. The flowers seem to grow on vines that spiral around the bracelet. This is a perfect spring time fashion accessory, or a bracelet you can wear and treasure anytime.
Like all slipstitch bead crochet bracelets, you make this bracelet to the measurement of your wrist. To put the bracelet on, you roll the bracelet over your hand. The bracelet stretches as you roll, and then snaps back to your size on your wrist--unless of course you've decided to finish it with your favorite clasp!
Don't want to make your own? I have one for sale while it lasts. If not your size or style, contact me to order a customized bracelet that I will make especially for you!
For those who have succeeded with basic chain maille, this pattern will have you making links that are just as pretty as the stone components. This design is not for the beginner, unless he/she is confident he/she can learn chaining elsewhere. If you feel the economical cost of copper is worth taking the chance on this one, then give it a try. Basic chain maille and wire-wrapping skills needed to create this bracelet that has fluid movement and lots of interest.
Here's how it looks on the wrist:
This is my first chain maille pattern. It does not include instructions on how to do chain maille. If you are interested in learning how to do chain maille, I suggest you buy one of the several books published on the topic.
Materials list included with this pattern is for a 7.5 inch bracelet. However, you can lengthen or shorten the bracelet by using more or fewer repeats of the pattern, or by added to the chain. The bracelet size can also be adjusted by adding a larger clasp.
This bracelet uses Swarovski blue butterfly crystals and Miyuki 8/0 beads in a bead crochet pattern that is quick to work up. Instructions include sources for the materials. This is great for beginners learning bead crochet and includes an easy start. Bracelet can be finished with an invisible join (instructions included), or with the purchase clasp (instructions also included).
Here's how it looks on the wrist:
Materials list included with this pattern is for a 7.5 inch bracelet. However, you can lengthen or shorten the bracelet by using more or fewer repeats of the pattern. The bracelet size can also be adjusted by adding a clasp.
This bracelet is a wavy flag bracelet for Italy, and even if you are not Italian, it makes a great design. Instructions include graphs (2) and a word map. Knowledge of odd-count peyote is helpful, but one method is included in the instructions for beginners. Instructions also include how to make a beaded toggle and loop closure if the optional clasp is not used.
Materials list included is for a 7.5 inch bracelet. However, you can lengthen or shorten the bracelet by using more or fewer repeats of the pattern, or by following pattern instructions for an alternate method. The bracelet size can also be adjusted by adding an optional clasp.
This bracelet is a wavy flag bracelet for Czechoslovakia, and even if you are not Czech, it makes a great design. And of course, it is made with Czech seed beads! Instructions include a graph and a word map. Instructions also include how to make a beaded toggle and loop closure if the optional clasp is not used.
Materials list included is for a 7.5 inch bracelet. However, you can lengthen or shorten the bracelet by using more or fewer repeats of the pattern, or by following pattern instructions for an alternate method. The bracelet size can also be adjusted by adding an optional clasp.
This bracelet is a wavy flag bracelet for Ireland, and even if you are not Irish, it makes a great design. Instructions include a graph and a word map. Instructions also include how to make a beaded toggle and loop closure if the optional clasp is not used.
Materials list included is for a 7.5 inch bracelet. However, you can lengthen or shorten the bracelet by using more or fewer repeats of the pattern, or by following pattern instructions for an alternate method. The bracelet size can also be adjusted by adding an optional clasp.
This bracelet is a wavy flag bracelet for France, and even if you are not French, it makes a great design. Instructions include a graph and a word map. Instructions also include how to make a beaded toggle and loop closure if the optional clasp is not used.
Materials list included is for a 7.5 inch bracelet. However, you can lengthen or shorten the bracelet by using more or fewer repeats of the pattern, or by following pattern instructions for an alternate method. The bracelet size can also be adjusted by adding an optional clasp.
This bracelet is a wavy flag bracelet for the United States, and even if you are not from the USA, it makes a great design. Instructions include a graph and a word map. Instructions also include how to make a beaded toggle and loop closure if the optional clasp is not used.
Materials list included is for a 7.5 inch bracelet. However, you can lengthen or shorten the bracelet by using more or fewer repeats of the pattern, or by following pattern instructions for an alternate method. The bracelet size can also be adjusted by adding an optional clasp.
The bracelet is crocheted using slip stitch, and instructions include the Need for Beads’ Easy Start method of starting the tube, as well as a beading graph, word map, and instructions for the invisible join. As long as you know how to hold a crochet hook in your hand and crochet a slip stitch, you have everything you need to be successful with this pattern.
The bracelet is crocheted using slip stitch, and instructions include the Need for Beads’ Easy Start method of starting the tube, as well as a beading graph, word map, and instructions for the invisible join.
This bracelet uses a bead crochet stitch and six colors of Blue Moon beads, which are numbered in the material list. Crocheting slipstitch, the white, blue, and green beads create a lovely bracelet in an interesting pattern that creates a fascinating effect with colors that should complement several of your outfits. One set of diamonds shows on one side, with the other set of diamonds on the reverse.
The bracelet is crocheted using slip stitch, and instructions include a beading graph, word map, and expected sizes from a complete repeat.
This bracelet uses a bead crochet stitch and nine colors. Because there are so many beads in the round (11), the bracelet is far stiffer than most bead crochet bracelets. The bracelet is more like a bangle. With black thread being used, the pattern is for advanced and experienced bead crotchetier only.
Simple enough for beginners, this pattern employs peyote stitch for the band, right-angle weave (RAW) for the embellishment, and a picot stitch edging.
The pattern includes several illustrations that help a beginner expand his/her knowledge of peyote stitch, RAW, and picot fringe. An instruction section for a peyote toggle that is embellished with crystals is also included.
Material list includes sources for beads, and suggested materials for thread to ensure strength, stability and success with this pattern.
This bracelet pattern, written exclusively for you by eed for Beads, will help you make a bracelet that is done in .925 sterling silver and has a sterling silver lobster clasp. Pattern sold here is for a 7.5 inch (19.1 cm) wrist, but you can easily customized your bracelet if this is not your size.
You might be wondering what those stones are that are bezel-ed in chain maille. These are blue compressed Kingman turquoise, infused with bronze metal (to create a matrix), heat-treated and stabilized. You can still see some of the turquoise-colored parts of the stone, as well as the varying shades of purple. What makes these stones so unique is the bronze infusion. Sources for some of the harder-to-find materials, such as these stones, are included in the pattern instructions. The sterling silver lobster clasp is attached so that it will lie flat against your wrist and is very comfortable. Closeups of the stones give you an idea of their magnificent beauty:
Inspired by Cher Lash's 2-needle Aloha Bracelet, this bracelet pattern creates a variation that uses different materials, colors, sizes, and shapes of beads, as well as a one-needle method of creating this organic looking style. The daggers are two-toned, giving you several variations on the pattern, depending on the way that you string the beads. The bracelet also incorporates some new 2 x 4 cut farfalle butterfly beads. The result is a very different bracelet
This bracelet uses a bead crochet slip stitch and seven colors to create a plaid illusion. Instructions include the Need for Beads’ Easy Start method of starting the tube, as well as a beading graph, word map, and instructions for the invisible join. As long as you know how to hold a crochet hook in your hand and crochet a slip stitch, you have everything you need to be successful with this pattern. The synthetic goldstone beads create a raised diamond in the center of the darker band of plaid.
This bracelet uses a bead crochet slip stitch and four colors to create a flag representation. Instructions include the Need for Beads’ Easy Start method of starting the tube, as well as a beading graph, word map, and instructions for the invisible join. Instructions also includes tips on checking your stringing sequence and fixing stringing errors once you start crocheting. As long as you know how to hold a crochet hook in your hand and crochet a slip stitch, you have everything you need to be successful with this pattern.
This bracelet uses a bead crochet slip stitch and five colors to create a bracelet with daisies dancing around it. Instructions include the Need for Beads’ Easy Start method of starting the tube, as well as a beading graph, word map, and instructions for the invisible join. Instructions also includes tips on checking your stringing sequence and fixing stringing errors once you start crocheting. As long as you know how to hold a crochet hook in your hand and crochet a slip stitch, you have everything you need to be successful with this pattern.
This bracelet uses herringbone stitch and a variety of beads to create a beautiful bracelet with crystals that look like they are set in a bezel. This pattern is for beginners, and if you know how to do a simple herringbone stitch, you have everything you need to be successful with this pattern.
With these instructions, beginning bead crochets will learn different techniques to start the tube, follow the pattern, and do an invisible join. Directions are also included for attaching a clasp instead of doing an invisible join. Directions include a material list, a graph, and several pictures.
