Beads for Four Corners Bracelet

Michelle Mach wrote

on Nov 21, 2008 3:26 PM

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

MarybethG wrote

on Dec 2, 2008 5:52 PM

 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.

Michelle Mach wrote

on Dec 8, 2008 8:51 AM

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.

Sunrise Jewelry wrote

on Dec 21, 2008 7:18 PM

 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?

Sunrise Jewelry wrote

on Dec 27, 2008 1:09 PM

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

Sharon@356 wrote

on Jul 3, 2009 7:23 AM

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