This series is a representation of beaded versions of the Spring 2017 fashion colors. Each addition highlights one of the 2017 Spring colors. Each of the entries will vary in style and composition.
Note: Artistic license was used to create these entries in the Spring 2017 Fashion Series, so the hue or tone may not exactly match each of the colors.
This entry highlights the 2017 Spring color Island Paradise.
The design was done using Deb Roberti's Nexus Bracelet and Earrings pattern. The bracelet is made by connecting motifs, and two separate motifs make matching earrings. The Nexus pattern is available for purchase on Deb's website Click herepurchase the pattern for $5.00 from Deb's site. You can also purchase the pattern for $5.00 in her new Etsy shop - click here.
Bracelet Materials (for a 6.75-inch bracelet, not including clasp) Approx 6 Yards of Bead Thread of Choice Approx 250 Size 11/0 Seed Beads, Color 1 Approx 30 Size 11/0 Seed Beads, Color 2 Approx 28 Two-Hole Czech Silky Beads Approx 60 Size 3mm Beads Approx 12 SuperDuo Beads Clasp of Choice
Earrings Materials Approx 5 Feet of Bead Thread of Choice Approx 52 Size 11/0 Seed Beads, Color 1 Approx 10 Size 11/0 Seed Beads, Color 2 Approx 8 Two-Hole Czech Silky Beads Approx 18 Size 3mm Beads 2 jump rings A pair of earring findings
Below are the items used in this 2017 Spring Fashion Island Paradise bracelet and earring set.
Below are the components used in this design example. If you would like to make this version yourself, you will need to calculate the quantities of each item to purchase, depending on the length of bracelet you wish to make, if you want matching earrings, etc.