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Chevron Peyote Stitch Tutorial

This video tutorial from Potomac Bead Company co-founder Allie Buchman teaches you how to use peyote stitch to create a chevron pattern. This video uses 8/0 Miyuki seed beads, but you can use nearly any size. Technique learned: Peyote Stitch The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Cup buttons
  • Miyuki 8/0 Silver Lined Crystal
  • Miyuki 8/0 Transparent Cobalt
  • Wildfire Frost .006
  • Thread Zap
  • Size 10 Needle
  • Super New Glue
  • Step 1: Choose Your Materials

    Step 2: Watch the 
    Video Tutorial

    Chevron Peyote Stitch Tutorial
    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Cup buttons
  • Miyuki 8/0 Silver Lined Crystal
  • Miyuki 8/0 Transparent Cobalt
  • Wildfire Frost .006
  • Thread Zap
  • Size 10 Needle
  • Super New Glue
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Preparing Materials: Gather all necessary materials and thread your needle with approximately six feet of beading thread, securing it with a stop bead.
    Starting the Pattern: Begin with an even count peyote stitch using six beads in a two-blue, two-crystal, two-blue pattern.
    Building the Chevron: Add beads to create diagonal lines, alternating between blue and crystal to form the chevron (zigzag) pattern.
    Expanding the Design: Continue the peyote stitch, expanding the chevron design across the desired length of the bracelet.
    Adding the Clasp: Once the main pattern is complete, attach the cup button at one end and create a loop with seed beads at the other end for closure.
    Finishing Touches: Secure the thread with knots, apply a touch of glue for durability, and trim any excess thread.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
    • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
    • Protective Coatings - Permalac Collection | Semi-Gloss and Matte (8ml bottle of each)
    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
    • Thread Zap II

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Chevron Peyote Stitch Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    This video tutorial from Potomac Bead Company co-founder Allie Buchman teaches you how to use peyote stitch to create a chevron pattern. This video uses 8/0 Miyuki seed beads, but you can use nearly any size. Technique learned: Peyote Stitch The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Cup buttons
  • Miyuki 8/0 Silver Lined Crystal
  • Miyuki 8/0 Transparent Cobalt
  • Wildfire Frost .006
  • Thread Zap
  • Size 10 Needle
  • Super New Glue
  • Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Cup buttons
  • Miyuki 8/0 Silver Lined Crystal
  • Miyuki 8/0 Transparent Cobalt
  • Wildfire Frost .006
  • Thread Zap
  • Size 10 Needle
  • Super New Glue
  • Project Steps

    Preparing Materials: Gather all necessary materials and thread your needle with approximately six feet of beading thread, securing it with a stop bead.
    Starting the Pattern: Begin with an even count peyote stitch using six beads in a two-blue, two-crystal, two-blue pattern.
    Building the Chevron: Add beads to create diagonal lines, alternating between blue and crystal to form the chevron (zigzag) pattern.
    Expanding the Design: Continue the peyote stitch, expanding the chevron design across the desired length of the bracelet.
    Adding the Clasp: Once the main pattern is complete, attach the cup button at one end and create a loop with seed beads at the other end for closure.
    Finishing Touches: Secure the thread with knots, apply a touch of glue for durability, and trim any excess thread.