Beaded Blue Jay Bracelet Tutorial

Create a beautiful Blue Jay bracelet using Cylin™ beads in this step by step loom beading tutorial. This design is built row by row on a bead loom, using precise color placement to form a detailed bird pattern across the bracelet. With 72 rows and a crisp cylindrical bead shape, the finished piece has a clean, even surface that really shows off the design. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to set up your loom, create your warp threads, weave your first rows, and continue building the pattern with confidence. We also walk through how to secure your threads and finish the bracelet with professional findings. Materials used include Cylin™ 11/0 beads in 8 colors, beading needles size 10 or 11, bonded nylon thread, a bead loom, and standard jewelry findings like end tubes, jump rings, lobster clasp, and chain extender. Whether you are new to loom beading or looking for a project with a strong graphic result, this bracelet is a great one to try. PDF for the project: https://blog.johnbead.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Beaded-Blue-Jay-Bracelet-Tutorial.pdf Meet the designers - Awaska Awaska is a family run design studio created by a Latin American couple Sara and Diego, whose journey through traditional weaving eventually led them to Canada. Their work is deeply inspired by nature, color, and cultural storytelling, blending ancestral techniques with a modern beadwork voice. Every design reflects a love of detail, patience, and the quiet rhythm of making by hand. Through their beadwork, Awaska creates a meaningful bridge between heritage and the present day. We are proud to collaborate with designers who bring this level of intention and heart to every project. Follow Awaska on social media to see more of their beautiful work and creative journey.  www.awaska.ca Cylin Beads They are available at many local bead stores and online stores.  Here are two Amazon links to get you started. Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4gh37iQ Amazon Canada: https://amzn.to/41IVlZ1 Michaels US: https://bit.ly/cylinbeads