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Botswana Silk Shamballa Bracelet
About this design:
I love the beige knotting cord... it's the perfect neutral for bracelets if I want to be able to wear it with everything. I chose 3 pave beads with a subtle color and the silky Botswana agate to tie it all together. This bracelet actually reminds of silky pajamas, pearly seashells, cappuccinos, kittens … I could go on, I just LOVE these colors together. But if you don't feel the same way, you can use any color combination you want ;-)
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
- 6 pave beads (two beads in three different colors)
- 5 12mm round or faceted round gemstone beads
- 2 8mm pull beads
- 75", 15", 15" lengths of Chinese knotting cord
- adhesive
- Perfect End Thread Burner
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Helpful Hints:
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Hint 1: I find it's easier to layout my pattern prior to knotting this Shamballa bracelet, placing the pave beads every other one with the Botswana agate in-between. Complete 1 square knot between each bead and at the beginning and end of the bracelet. See Tip: Making a Shamballa Bracelet |
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On Nov 21, 2012 at 11:09 am #
Elaine says:I like all the new designs you’ve posted today, Ali. I especially like this bracelet!
On Nov 21, 2012 at 2:38 pm #
Lois D says:Ooooo, this bracelet is drop-dead gorgeous. Let’s see..I just bought some of your beige knotting cord. I have a stash of botswana agate (love it). No paves yet, but, I’ll try something similar. Ooooo, this is such a great bracelet!
On Nov 21, 2012 at 4:33 pm #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Ohhh Ali I love this! Your stuff inspiers me so much
On Nov 21, 2012 at 5:52 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:Love this!!! Thanks for all the tips!! You da bomb!
On Nov 21, 2012 at 6:28 pm #
PPR says:Ali: All your pieces are fab! Your definitely inspire me too. Perfect
On Nov 21, 2012 at 9:42 pm #
Elis Mom says:OOooo, Ali! This is beautiful!
On Nov 22, 2012 at 11:22 pm #
Peggy3 says:I love this design and the colors chosen are awesome. Reminds me of a breezy spring / summer day! Thanks!