Easy Crystal Cube Tennis Bracelet Tutorial

Material List:
18- 4mm crystal cubes
(number depends on the length of bracelet you make)
11/o Toho seed beads
a toggle clasp
6 or 8lb Fireline or 8 or 10lb Nanofil
a size 12 beading needle

[@extrabijou]

Thanks for another winner! Beautiful quick project!! And that manicure...luv it!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Thank you, and thank for the manicure compliment! I do love fancy fingernails!🌷💕💜

[@mariabooth8104]

This is beautiful and I'm sure I can find some squares somewhere in my huge stash of beads. Thanks for being so clear and making it look so easy to make these bracelets. They are awesome!

[@cassandrasmith7968]

Love the simplicity of this bracelet. The colors to of course. Your teaching skills are really great. Thank You 😊

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Cassandra Smith you are welcome, thanks for the nice compliments 💕

[@LNRob]

Gina, you are so amazing at EVERYTHING you touch. You're one of my favorite beading artist to follow ❤️

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

You are so sweet! Thank you, I appreciate you encouragement!💙❤️💜😁

[@sharijames6287]

I love the simplicity of this beautiful bracelet! Thank you for the tutorial!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

You are very welcome!

[@yolandavillegas4353]

It's very pretty, I have Swarovski cubes at hand so I'll be making one right away. Your choice of colors is great, I been fancying bronze seedbeads lately and always liked brown and blue together. Thank you Gina. 🌷🌺🌸💞

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

yolanda villegas yes, I like any metalic color of seed beads, they are a great neutral and make projects look richer. Bronze is a favorite for me lately too.💕

[@arunakamala23]

I love this Gina. Simple and so elegant. Thanks for sharing 🙏🏽❤️

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Aruna Basappa you are very welcome, glad you like it!

[@endorpha]

I came upon your channel tonight, and want to express my appreciation for your attention to detail, and focusing your camera for newbies like myself. I love the bracelet and matching earrings. Thank you!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Sassy Pants you are welcome, happy we gonna each other, LOL. Thank you for the nice comment ❤️

[@marialogodicio894]

I have been searching for a tennis bracelet with cube beads and you did it again awesome.I'm so excited this is what I've been looking for . It's simple and elegant. Thank you so much I just love it!!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Fabulous, so happy to make you so happy! Have fun with it!

[@geraldineself6017]

I am looking forward to making this beautiful tennis bracelet. Thank you for the tutorial. Have a blessed day.

[@marionb6154]

Thank you Gina, lovely bracelet and you explain everything so well 😀

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Marion B thank you, I do try to keep the instruction clear. 💕💕💕

[@heidie2081]

Thank you for this tutorial. Just starting to learn beading and made my first beaded bracelet with this today. Came out nicely! Had to make some minor adjustments due to using a different bead brand on the 11/0's, (ended up adding 4 size 15/0's on each unit) but still turned out nicely. Was extremely helpful how you showed in detail what to do!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

You are welcome, glad it was helpful!

[@deespice11]

The pattern is so pretty and I was able to use the cube beads that I have had for a while! Thank you!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

You are so welcome! Glad you found it useful ❤️

[@deborahnarendorf7106]

Like this bracelet! I agree several together would look good. Have to look in my stash to see if I have these cubes!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Deborah Narendorf yes I made a few more, they look great together.

[@imlistening1137]

That bracelet is gorgeous!!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

I'm listening thank you!

[@j.whiteoak6408]

Thank you so much - it's the perfect design! I only had 3mm cubes, so I used 15/0 seed beads (instead of 11/0) which got a bit tight so I had to use my finest needle and still required pliers to carefully pull the needle through after I'd added thread. It's a little 'thread thirsty' so on my second & 3rd bracelets I doubled the length of my thread but I started the bracelet in the MIDDLE of the thread, making half of the bracelet in one direction, and then turning it around and working in the opposite direction and adding my clasps as I finish half of the bracelet, but before reinforcing - so I didn't need to add any thread at all, eliminating the problem with the tightness of using the 15/0's, AND I was able to reinforce the 2nd & 3rd bracelets twice without any real difficulty...which gives them strength and makes then feel much more substantial. (Where there's a will there's a way! In fact, I almost always weave my projects by starting in the middle ..I really hate adding thread!). So now I have 3 gorgeous stackable bracelets that match the print in my gorgeous new frock perfectly. Thank you so much for sharing, Gina - you're a fabulous teacher : )

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Very creative modifications, I love that you thought through the design challenges with the smaller beads and made it work. That is how you learn to design, at least it’s how I learned. I would modify designs to accommodate the materials I had on hand. The method of working from the middle- out, is a great method, I use it in bigger designs, mostly necklaces, but still add thread. It’s not so hard to add thread if you learn to extend your Fireline, that is, if, you use Fireline or Nanofil. I have a video on how to that if you want to learn...anyway, I am happy you are happy with your new bracelets.❤️💕💙

[@vickyrushton1783]

Your instructions are clear I’m looking forward to trying this bracelet. Thank you

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Vicky Rushton thank you, yes, give it a try😀

[@karinasulger7829]

love this bracelet gina!!!! ty for sharing your pattern with us , will def be making this one!!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

karina sulger fabulous! Have fun.

[@ellieventrulli264]

Love it!! The colors to!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

ellie ventrulli happy you like it!🌹🌷

[@shelbyhurd]

You inspired me to try beading. I'm ordering my beads and going to follow this tutorial. Thank you for providing such easy and thorough instructions. I am so excited to start beading!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Shelby I am happy to hear you are inspired and will start beading, you will be addicted in no time😁

[@littlelamb6804]

Shelby, did you make this bracelet?

[@mariam3947]

Thank you. That is beautiful!! I don't get along with small seed beads, but for this, I'll learn how to get along!!🤣

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

LOL, they can try your patience, for sure, practice makes all the difference when working with seed beads.😁

[@sharonallen9222]

I love this bracelet. It was the first piece of jewelry that I made 5 month’s ago. It has so many flaws. I still wear it and get so many compliments. I’m back to rewatch so I can make it in a different color. Hopefully it will have less flaws. 😊

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

I am sure it will be lovely! Besides little flaws give character to the piece, it’s that Hallmark of a handmade piece. Perfection is overrated 😁

[@LdyBlkWidow]

Such a lovely bracelet. I'm very new to bead weaving and wasn't sure if I could make this. I gave it a try ...I love the way my bracelet turned out.😊 Thank you so much for sharing 🌹

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

You’re welcome 😊so happy you made one and love it!

[@kdtarabell]

I just made 2 working on the earrings tomorrow such a easy pattern and so delicate Thanks Gina for making it easy for us beginners Kirsten D

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

You are very welcome, have fun with it!

[@connieborg6471]

Very sleek bracelet, I love it!! Thank you teacher!!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Connie Borg you are very welcome 💜

[@amberhohman829]

You are so thorough in your teaching!! This is so pretty, it almost makes me want to stitch, (which I was never interested in before) :D

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Thank you. Stitching is very versatile, you can do so much more with small beads than with stringing. I too, was not interested in stitching when I first started beading. Then, I tried it, I was hooked!

[@bonniedavidson7511]

Love love love your videos. They are easy to follow and you explain everything perfectly. I am just starting to make jewelry and you have helped so much. Thank you so much!!! Just love your designs!!! ❤️

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

You are so sweet! I am so happy to be helpful! Thank you for watching, commenting and trying the projects, it means a lot to me!

[@martylaury266]

I was looking for something new. This is fun. Thanks so much, your instructions are clear and easy to follow.

[@olgacoots6169]

Thank you I made two out of clear crystal and different seed beads love the way you show how to do it

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Perfect! I am happy it was easy to follow. Enjoy your new jewelry 🎄❤️😁

[@angelacrowe5575]

It's so cute, yet simple. You always make things so easy to understand and follow!💗💜💚

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Angela Crowe thank you💜💗💕❤️💙

[@dennystewart3238]

I just made my first one of these and it is GORGEOUS!!! Thank you for sharing!!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

You are very welcome

[@cer145]

Thanks for this tutorial! I just made one and it is beautiful! Now I can use more of my stash of cube beads!!!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Wonderful! Using up those beads that you have stashed for a while is always a good thing! Reminded myself of Martha Stewart there lol

[@carolcarter3413]

Hi Gina, I really enjoyed your tutorial. Thankyou.x

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Carol Carter you’re welcome, so happy you liked it😁🤓

[@deedeewellsted2774]

Thank you so much for sharing you knowledge an design. This is fabulous. I love the movement and simplicity. (Well , for me it might not be so simple but I am sure gonna give it a try ). Yes, I hopefully will make more than 1 to stack them. I just love it. Thanks again.

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Dee Dee Wellsted it might take a try or two, but I am sure you will have that stack in no time.

[@thaisteixeira4121]

Loved it 😍😍😍😍. I always look forward to a new video with anxiety because its pieces are wonderful.

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

I am happy you like the videos❤️

[@normabeamish8001]

Having made this bracelet several times I couldn't get it to look neat and complete.So after the cube stage and then the 5 seed bead stage,instead of filling in the top and bottom gaps with 1 seed bead I used 2 seed beads .Much much better result ,no gaps and far more uniform.Hope this helps someone else as it is a lovely easy bracelet to make and I have now made 4.

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Yes, very good modification, seed beads and cube sizes vary, even though they may be called 4mm, some cubes are much bigger than others called 4mm and seed beads differ in size from brand to brand. Sometimes you have to modify the pattern to fit what you are using.

[@dorakomaromi5412]

I just made one and I think it came out very nice😊 Thanks for such a great design!

[@user-ht9tx1ll1l]

THANKS a lot !! You are giving so nice lessons 😍

[@tamibeller9429]

That's gorgeous!! Thank you for sharing:)

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Tami Beller you’re welcome 😄❤️

[@tchili1]

This is BEAUTIFUL!!! Am going to order some cubes and do it! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful creations. Always amazing and you are a superb instructor too! ♥

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Flowergirl thank you, you are sweet. Have fun with it!

[@tchili1]

@@GGCBeginningbeaders 💜❤💛

[@francinereider7427]

Hi Gina, That is very cute, I like that it is easy and fun to do. Thank you so much. Have a great night and be safe.

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

francine reider you are welcome, glad you like it. Have a lovely night also💗

[@MaryCochrane]

Thank You. Love from Ontario, Canada

[@adelehilinski9998]

Love this, such a great tutorial thanks!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Adele Hilinski you are welcome, glad you like it!

[@littlelamb6804]

So beautiful, and you make it look easy! I hope I can do it!!

[@lillianflores5560]

Thank you so much for your patients and well taught video. Great job!👍🏻🌞

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Lillian Flores thank you, I am glad you like it.

[@berthamurillo6385]

Love how thoroughly and simple you explain things. Beautiful piece

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Bertha Murillo thank you!

[@artiejohnson703]

Thanks so much for sharing your video. I really like this simple tennis bracelet. Thanks

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Artie Johnson you are welcome, glad you like it.

[@enasbarghouthy2673]

Love it!

[@leathasargent9573]

You give very easy instructions I will be trying to make this bracelet for a friend. Thank you.

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Fabulous! Have fun with it!

[@patriciacalvinho4629]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I love the bracelet and I made it. Now it's my favourite bracelet. Thnks again!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Fabulous! That makes me happy💜❤️

[@alisonengell6956]

I love this bracelet tutorial! I tried it with miyukis as that was all I had on hand & will need to adjust the count but it is so pretty!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Wonderful! I am glad you tried it, you can always adjust to accommodate different seed beads😁

[@darkstar7422]

beautiful and looks so simple to make!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Mary Watson it is, give it a try❤️

[@816Lynnie]

Thank You for this lovely Bracelet and for your amazing Tutorials that inspire me to make my own Jewellery and Gifts xo from South Africa with grateful hugs 🤗❤️🌹

[@judyanne3563]

GORGEOUS!!!!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Thank you 💜

[@debrablanson1123]

Love love love this

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

I am happy to hear that!💙

[@betsybunning8013]

Great tutorial. The pattern is really pretty, as are your nails.

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Thank you!

[@ileanaaucar8337]

very good tutorial !! we enjoy your class Regards from Griselle and Ileana ... Miami FL

[@judyraglin9468]

Your bracelets are always nice and neat, plus beautiful❤

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Thank you, Glad you like them!

[@harpaint]

Definite fav!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

harpaint glad you like it!💗

[@nursepainless9039]

You are very creative and talented!

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Thank you, that’s very a very nice compliment 🌷

[@conchisherrera8797]

Gracias por tu hermoso trabajo Dios Bendiga tus manos Gracias por compartir Bendiciones

[@7210jill]

Beautiful ❤️ thank you for sharing

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Ebb & Flow you are very welcome!🌺💗💕

[@cookingwithshaistanaz8082]

I love your nails and nail paint😍

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Thank you, I have a great manicurist 💙

[@e.castlerock8454]

Thank you so much! You are always so clear in your instructions. Do toggle clasps ever become undone as you're going about your day? They make me nervous because I can see where that would happen.

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

E. Castlerock no, I really don’t have issues with them.

[@barbaralyons3002]

Very pretty!👍😎

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Barbara Lyons thank you🌹🌺

[@lauritadominick6163]

Well, I am finally making this one... I’ve been working on chain maille all Christmas season.... I am also going to get my first bead box... I can’t wait

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Fabulous! I hope you like it❤️

[@lauritadominick6163]

@@GGCBeginningbeaders I got the bead box a couple of days ago and i love it... i think that box is the best one for the money... hope you are well and stay safe...

[@tishsmiddy71]

Thank you 😊 💕

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

You are very welcome 💜

[@elizabethshore9708]

Thanks Gina. This is such a great idea for all of those cubes in my stash! What kind of thread burner did you use?

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Elizabeth Shore it’s a BeadSmith thread burner I bought it on Amazon

[@margaretjohnson1294]

You are so very patient! I love to watch you! Question if I use a 5mm cube should I still use the same size seed bead?

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Yes, but add you may have to adjust the number of 11/o seed beads to accommodate the crystal.

[@fatimakhalifa8701]

So eazy to understand you Thank you 😍

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Fatima Khalifa you are welcome, happy the videos are helpful.

[@fatimakhalifa8701]

You are amazing berson

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Fatima Khalifa awe, thanks, you are sweet.

[@karenbuchholz1801]

Gina, another beautiful bracelet! I love it! This is my next project! Love your instructions!

[@melahatyldz1538]

Cok guzel oldu elinize saglik 😍

[@rhondawilliams9449]

Where did you get your thread burner? Thank you so much for this tutorial, it's a sweet bracelet that I will try to make with Jade cubes that I purchased years ago at a bead symposium. Hopefully, it will work as well as the crystal cubes do. Are those the 4mm pacific opal cubes?

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Rhonda Williams honestly, I am not sure, I bought them so long ago, I just don’t remember.

[@rhondawilliams9449]

@@GGCBeginningbeaders I understand. I have a stash of beads like that myself. Do you remember where you bought the burner? I would like to purchase a quality burner, and I have always been leery a flame. I have been using a surgical burner that I was gifted by a doctor years ago. Unused mind you, it was opened outside the surgery room and was therefore deemed contaminated and unusable. Expensive little sucker but it served me well for years until it didn't.

[@karlajimenez7260]

Presiosos sus trabajos

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Thank you 🌹

[@MissNicolenesss]

Would you suggest using nymo thread? I have so much of the stuff from bead weaving.

[@artsygigi]

Can you share where your other channel is? I love the things you make and you are an excellent teacher. Thank you for all you share.

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

You are very welcome, Here’s the link to my other channel kzbin.info

[@rasheedaali6532]

Can i use larger square beads and do i need to use larger seeds to, I got 6 x 6 square beads and 8 x8 square beads what size seed beads do i need for this bracelets 6 x6 square and 8 x8 square thanks

[@elenaalvarezbustelo6117]

Preciosa gracias por compaŕtir me puedes decir donde compras las piedras azules por favor?gracias mil por todo lo que enseñas❤

[@rasheedaali6532]

What color seed beads did you use for this bracelet

[@tishsmiddy71]

Lovely 😊

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Thank you!💙

[@zozansinde9610]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@RosiChilese]

Where did you get your faceted opaque cubes? I'm making this bracelet now but all I could find were straight square cubes or translucent cubes. It doesn't look quite as nice as yours!! This is a great and east to follow tutorial. Thank you.

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

RosiChilese I bought them a chinesecrystalbeads.com

[@BreimamaMousey]

can you let me know the thread burner you are using, i have the beadsmith thread zap II and i think it's eating batteries but hardly works, ty Gina

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

The Thread Zap always ate my batteries too. I bought the yellow BeadSmith thread trimmer, it works great, my batteries have lasted.

[@BreimamaMousey]

@@GGCBeginningbeaders ty gina

[@parulvora6712]

Cute n vry vry crystal clear explanation..

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Parul Vora thank ou!

[@loraineroy3829]

Hello Gina I do not have cubes can I use other beads.?

[@andreagibson7099]

MRS. GINA WOW BEAUTIFUL AS ALWAYS

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Andrea Gibson thank you!

[@ugurtayefeh9991]

Beautiful❤️ Thank you so much❤️ TURKIYE ❤️👀❤️

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

You are very welcome!

[@marievalle1091]

Do you think this bracelet would work with 6mm cubes? I purchased them when I was a newbie and don't know what to use them with. Thank you

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Marie Valle you can try it, you will have to modify the amount of seed beads to wrap the crystal, just try a couple units and modify the numbers.

[@marievalle1091]

@@GGCBeginningbeaders Thank you. I hope it works. Hugs 🌹

[@MILLYERTLE]

Hi Gina! You are a great teacher, and you are pleasant to listen to. I now have made 4 of these bracelets to give away as Christmas gifts. I must say, it will be difficult to give them away. One question I have, what brand bead zapper do you use? I would love to get one. Thanks again, and thank you for sharing such talent....you are gifted! Milly

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

I use the Bead smith Thread Trimmer, I bought it on Amazon. I am happy you are enjoying this video, I am sure your bracelets are beautiful 💕

[@pamschonfarber1041]

Love your 💅, oh so pretty

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Thank you ❤️💕

[@sirlenerodriguesdealmeida4067]

Sou de Manaus adorei e linda amei

[@susiep8255]

Could you share a link where to purchase the cubes from. Thank you. Love your work.

[@francesmulkey7895]

Yes i would like to know where to find the cubes also! I looked on all the sites she mentioned but cant find them? Thank you

[@paulacollins5653]

Miyuki makes the cubes

[@susanroberts]

This bracelet is so elegant Gina. I love how you reinforce your pieces. Can you please tell me the name of the thread burner you found and where you bought it? I’m terrified of fire and have a hard time using a lighter. The thread burner I was given doesn’t really work. I appreciate all the help you give. Thank you! 💝🥰🤗

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Susan Roberts it’s a BeadSmith thread burner, I got it on Amazon. This one works great. The ThreadZap never really worked for me and the batteries always were dead in it, no matter what I tried. So, I gave up, until this one, it actually works!

[@susanroberts]

Thank you for the information on the thread burner. I appreciate it. 💝🥰🤗

[@bonnie4526]

I absolutely love this bracelet what is the color name of your cubes

[@francesmulkey7895]

I need help with the size 12 beading needle or the Fireline smoke 8 lb 0.007" the thread is too big for the needle whole?

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Frances Mulkey are you squashing the tip of the thread with your chain nose players? Flattening the thread helps you thread it onto the needle. If you need to, use a size ten beading needle.

[@francesmulkey7895]

@@GGCBeginningbeaders Yes! Thank you! It worked!

[@ritachurch6329]

Love the beautiful bracelet and your teaching skills. I am stuck on what to do after you pick up 3 beads and the part of the clasp. I couldn't see what you were doing. Have been working most of the day trying to figure out what I am doing wrong. Thanks

[@mariejmyrick]

I had the SAME problem! The thing I finally realized is you come up through the original row of 3 seed beads from the bottom! Does this help?

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Rita Church just start with the two rows of three beads in the ladder stitch, leave a long tail. Make your bracelet, then come back and use the tail for the clasp.

[@nitaholt299]

I watch all your tutorials and find it easy to follow because you are such a good teacher . Can you please tell me what thread burner you use as all the ones I’ve tried are useless .

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

BeadSmith thread trimmer, I bought it on Amazon.

[@nitaholt299]

@@GGCBeginningbeaders thank you 🙂

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

You are very welcome

[@pattya6686]

Love this 🤩 what color ?

[@evandegenfelder4554]

Would this design work with 10/0 beads? Or would you have to make adjustments?

[@GGCBeginningbeaders]

Yes, probably, as 10/o Czech seed beads are about the same size as Toho 11/0 seed beads.

[@evandegenfelder4554]

@@GGCBeginningbeaders Thank you for the response. I'm interested in trying this bracelet, but currently have several hanks of 10/0s in my stash already. So hopefully it will work out ;-)