Beads for Four Corners Bracelet

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Latest post Fri, Jul 3 2009 7:23 AM by Sharon. 5 replies.
  • Fri, Nov 21 2008 3:26 PM

    Beads for Four Corners Bracelet

    I've been told that some people are having difficulty finding the exact glass beads for the Four Corners bracelet I made for the Nov/Dec 2008 issue of Step by Step Beads.  So sorry about that!  Here are some tips for finding alternatives: 

    * Look for "diagonally drilled", "corner drilled" or "diamond shaped" square or diamond beads.

    * Beads should be flat, not cubes.

    * Beads need to be drilled at the corners in order to work the pattern.

    * Common materials for this type of shape are gemstones, shell, and pearls.   Some glass, but not as much.

    * Watch the bead size -- 10-12mm or so

    Here are some photos I found online, so you can get an idea of what kinds of beads to look for (this is not a shopping recommendation--I don't have any personal connection to these companies):

    Lava stone beads, 10mm diagonal drill square shape:
    http://www.beadaholic.co.nz/shop/Beads/Semi-precious+%26+Natural/Lava+Stone/Lava+Stone+beads-+40cm+strand-+10mm+diagonal+drill+square+shape.html

    Pearl shell, flat square diagonally drilled:
    http://www.firemountaingems.com/details.asp?PN=H204344NB

    Millefiori glass diamond beads
    http://www.blueboxjewellery.com/epages/Store3_Shop2429.sf/en_GB/?ViewObjectID=643090

    Abalone corner drilled square
    http://www.jewelweaver.com/MM003.ASP?pageno=375

    Resin flat diamonds
    http://naturaltouchbeads.com/beadshop/home.php?cat=19

     

  • Tue, Dec 2 2008 5:52 PM In reply to

    Re: Beads for Four Corners Bracelet

     I just love this bracelet and would love to make it!  I can't find these beads anywhere!  Totally bummed.  I did order the toggle just in case I do happen to find the beads some day.

  • Mon, Dec 8 2008 8:51 AM In reply to

    Re: Beads for Four Corners Bracelet

    I wish I had purchased more of those beads when I saw them!

    The beads for the "alternate" version pictured in the magazine I bought at Hobby Lobby, so you might find beads you like at the craft stores, in addition to searching your local bead shops.

  • Sun, Dec 21 2008 7:18 PM In reply to

    Re: Beads for Four Corners Bracelet

     Well, now I'm intrigued.  I've done a search for the Four Corners Bracelet, but I can't find it.  Is it online or in the magazine?

    Blessings to all, take care and be safe!

    Dawn

    "When you're faced with the necessity to do something, that's a stimulus to invention." Arnold O. Beckman, PhD.

    "A woman is like a teabag -- only in hot water do you realize how strong she is." Nancy Reagan

    My Artfire studio:  http://SunriseJewelry.artfire.com

     

  • Sat, Dec 27 2008 1:09 PM In reply to

    Re: Beads for Four Corners Bracelet

     Oh sheesh, never mind everyone....I just re-read Michelle's first post.  I'll pick up the magazine.

    Blessings to all, take care and be safe!

    Dawn

    "When you're faced with the necessity to do something, that's a stimulus to invention." Arnold O. Beckman, PhD.

    "A woman is like a teabag -- only in hot water do you realize how strong she is." Nancy Reagan

    My Artfire studio:  http://SunriseJewelry.artfire.com

     

  • Fri, Jul 3 2009 7:23 AM In reply to

    • Sharon
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    Re: Beads for Four Corners Bracelet

     I have finally gotten the beads and now I can't find the pattern. Can anyone help?

     

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