Gem Garden Bracelet Beading Pattern

Learn how to create this beautiful "Gem Garden" bracelet, brimming with color, texture, and personality. This fun peyote stitch design utilizes earthy gemstone chips, sparkly fire-polished beads, and seed beads. A great project for beaders of all skill levels, and it's perfect for using up leftover beads from your stash.

This detailed beading pattern includes a recommended materials list, bead color information, over 60 high-resolution full-color photos, and easy-to-follow step-by-step directions to ensure your success and enjoyment. Be sure to check out our coordinating "Chunky Chip Swirl Necklace" beading pattern for the perfect set.

Finished Dimensions:

The finished beaded bracelet measures approximately 1" (2.5 cm) wide.

Recommended Materials:

- 10 lb FireLine beading thread
- #12 long beading needle
- Size 8/0 seed beads
- Size 15/0 seed beads - we used (3) colors
- Gemstone chips - we recommend either "Mini" chips, which are up to 4 mm in size, or "Small" chips, which are 4 mm - 7 mm in size
- 3 mm round fire-polished beads
- 4 mm round fire-polished beads
- Bead stopper - we used an 11/0 seed bead
- End clasps
- Flush cutter