• Jewelry-Making Supplies
  • Kits & Collections
  • Subscriptions
  • Learn to Make
  • Discounts & Deals

Tree of Life Pendant Tutorial

This tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company shows you how to make a tree of life pendant using your choice of 20 and 24 gauge wire, and the small beads of your choice. Enjoy! Our Website:

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Tree of Life Pendant Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Gemstone chips
  • 4mm or 3mm round/bicone beads (optional)
  • 8/0 or 11/0 seed beads (optional)
  • 20 gauge wire (for the base)
  • 24 gauge wire (for the branches)
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

    steps

    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare the Wire Base: Cut a 6-8 inch length of 20 gauge wire.
    Straighten and form a bail and circle for the base.
    Form the Circle Base: Use tools or fingers to shape the wire into a circle. Secure ends around the bail.
    Create Tree Trunk: Cut several lengths of 24 gauge wire for branches. Twist in the middle to form a trunk.
    Arrange Branches: Twist smaller sections to form branches. Begin adding beads to branches.
    Secure Branches: Wrap the ends of branches around the base circle tightly.
    Final Adjustments: Trim excess wire and adjust beads/branches as needed. Your Tree of Life pendant is complete!

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Greek Leather Cord - Natural 1.5mm | 3 Meters
    • BeadTec Dual-Tip Paint Markers | Pack of 24
    • BeadTec UV Cure Resin | 50ml
    • Loctite Super Glue .14oz
    • BeadTec 10-Step Mandrel for Making Rings | 2-Piece Set | 1.5-10mm
    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate Mini Pocket | Smoke | 3.5x2.5"

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Tree of Life Pendant Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

    • Create a double or tripple leather wrap with an extra flair. Use seed beads to create a delicate border to showcase a mosaic of gemstones, crystals and glass. This wrap is comfortable to wear and makes a great piece to take (or make) on a summer vacation destination.

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

    • Glasgow Rose Embroidered Pendant - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
    • Glasgow Rose Embroidered Pendant - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads

    Watch Anna Tonnesen as she provides detailed step by step tutorial instructions to learn to embroider with beads. Create the Glasgow Rose pendant or create your own masterpiece of DIY jewelry following this project tutorial. Learn how to lay out your embroidery project, cut and shape your surface, sew on beads, apply the backing and seem the sides of the piece.
    • Comet Earrings - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
    • Flower Gem Earrings - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
    • Embroidered Rings - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads

    Join Our Growing Community

    Community profile photo 1
    Community profile photo 2
    Community profile photo 3
    Community profile photo 4

    Our Testimonials

    • 5
      5387 (83.8%)
    • 4
      733 (11.4%)
    • 3
      259 (4%)
    • 2
      30 (0.5%)
    • 1
      23 (0.4%)
    95% of customers rate this company 4- or 5-stars
    Newest to Oldest
    • Favorite Reviews
    • Highest to Lowest
    • Newest to Oldest
    All Ratings
    • All Ratings
    • 5 ★ Reviews
    • 4 ★ Reviews
    • 3 ★ Reviews
    • 2 ★ Reviews
    • 1 ★ Reviews
    Renee M. Verified Customer
    03-19-25

    Fast delivery and great sales on quality beads.

    Deborah W. Verified Customer
    03-19-25

    Thank you for having this sale of kits! I wouldn’t have been able to try these different selections otherwise

    Yvonne D. Verified Customer
    03-19-25

    The kits make it so much easier to do a project & the storage tin keeps it all together.

    Laura F. Verified Customer
    03-19-25

    Supplies for recent tutorials are frequently out-of-stock forcing you to buy a package of 100 rather than 20.

    N V. Verified Customer
    03-19-25

    I always have a great experience shopping with Potomac Beads. I don't have a large budget for bead buying so have to wait to order till the amount you need to buy to get free shipping is lower.

    Rita C. Verified Customer
    03-19-25

    Quick and easy

    Lynne C. Verified Customer
    03-19-25

    Easy

    Sandra T. Verified Customer
    03-19-25

    Through and quick

    Mary B. Verified Customer
    03-19-25

    m

    Marilyn Verified Customer
    03-19-25

    Have always been pleased with everything I have ordered so far

    Only Visible on Admin Mode

    Item Description

    This tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company shows you how to make a tree of life pendant using your choice of 20 and 24 gauge wire, and the small beads of your choice. Enjoy! Our Website:

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Gemstone chips
  • 4mm or 3mm round/bicone beads (optional)
  • 8/0 or 11/0 seed beads (optional)
  • 20 gauge wire (for the base)
  • 24 gauge wire (for the branches)
  • Project Steps

    Prepare the Wire Base: Cut a 6-8 inch length of 20 gauge wire.
    Straighten and form a bail and circle for the base.
    Form the Circle Base: Use tools or fingers to shape the wire into a circle. Secure ends around the bail.
    Create Tree Trunk: Cut several lengths of 24 gauge wire for branches. Twist in the middle to form a trunk.
    Arrange Branches: Twist smaller sections to form branches. Begin adding beads to branches.
    Secure Branches: Wrap the ends of branches around the base circle tightly.
    Final Adjustments: Trim excess wire and adjust beads/branches as needed. Your Tree of Life pendant is complete!