1. Follow the instructions below to make four beaded beads using tanzanite crystals.
2. Cut one 8" length of Beadalon 49 and atttach half of the clasp to one end.
3. Pass the wire through the following: violet opal, bead cap, pearl, bead cap, violet opal, beaded bead; repeat until all of the beads are used.
4. Attach half of the clasp to the end of the bracelet.
Making a beaded bead:
Cut 24" of Supplemax. String 5 beads onto the center of the cord and pass the wire end through the opposite side of the last bead to form a circle. Pass one cord end through 4 beads and through the opposite side of the last bead on the first stitch to form two interlocking circles. Pass one cord through 3 beads and pass the other cord through the opposite side of the last bead so there are now three interlocking circles. Repeat this technique until you have a sphere. Keep checking your work to make sure that each interlocking circle is made up of 5 beads each. You will need to add just one bead to connect the last two circles. Then, stitch the cord ends through the bead as necessary so they come out next to each other and then tie them in a knot. Add a small drop of glue, let it dry, and cut off any excess wire.
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