HALF-AND-HALF CRYSTAL BRACELET

Use half bicone crystals and half round crystals (or glass pearls) to create this easy but stunning crystal bracelet using another variation of the hana-ami motif. You could also use all bicones of two different colors, or 4mm gemstone beads such as amethyst or garnet instead of round crystal beads. This pattern is fully illustrated with detailed step-by-step instructions.

Stitch: Triangle weave

Beads Used: Size 11 seed beads or Delicas, 4mm bicone crystals, 4mm round crystals (or 4 mm glass pearls or gemstone beads)

Approx Finished Size: About 5/8 inch wide to desired length

Pattern Price: $4.00

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Beads used in the photo above:

• Approximately 150 size 11/0 Delica beads: Lt. Gold DB-34. Can be purchased at FireMountainGems.com, FoxdenDesigns.com and WhimBeads.com.

• Approximately 67 4mm bicone crystals: Swarovski Amethyst Satin. Can be purchased online at FireMountainGems.com.

• Approximately 67 4mm round crystals: : Swarovski Lt. Colorado Topaz. Can be purchased online at FireMountainGems.com.

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