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Birds of a Feather Pendant Tutorial

Let's face it, beaders are all birds of a feather and we like to flock together to make wearable art! So the Birds of a Feather Pendant is in homage to all beading family and friends, near and far. Grab your September Best Bead Subscription Box - where you will find all the materials for this jewelry making design - and let's bead together! Technique Learned: Peyote

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Birds of a Feather Pendant Tutorial
The Designer's suggested colors and materials: The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Glass Cabochon 25mm - Wild Bird, 1 Piece
  • AB Filigree 42mm - Flower , 1 Piece
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Metallic Patina Iris, ~ 2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Garnet Lines Ruby AB, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Opaque Toast, ~ 1 Gram
  • Tassel Silk 90mm - Canary Gold, 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather all materials listed.
    Thread your needle with a comfortable length of beading thread.
    Start with a basic knot and add your first seed bead.
    Follow the specific stitch technique demonstrated in the video to add more beads.
    Use the tips provided to maneuver and secure the beads as you work.
    Finish your piece by weaving back through the beads to secure the end and adding a clasp.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
    • Thread Zap II
    • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
    • Plastic Caliper Tool - White
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Birds of a Feather Pendant Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Let's face it, beaders are all birds of a feather and we like to flock together to make wearable art! So the Birds of a Feather Pendant is in homage to all beading family and friends, near and far. Grab your September Best Bead Subscription Box - where you will find all the materials for this jewelry making design - and let's bead together! Technique Learned: Peyote

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer's suggested colors and materials: The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Glass Cabochon 25mm - Wild Bird, 1 Piece
  • AB Filigree 42mm - Flower , 1 Piece
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Metallic Patina Iris, ~ 2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Garnet Lines Ruby AB, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Opaque Toast, ~ 1 Gram
  • Tassel Silk 90mm - Canary Gold, 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Gather all materials listed.
    Thread your needle with a comfortable length of beading thread.
    Start with a basic knot and add your first seed bead.
    Follow the specific stitch technique demonstrated in the video to add more beads.
    Use the tips provided to maneuver and secure the beads as you work.
    Finish your piece by weaving back through the beads to secure the end and adding a clasp.