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Wild Star Pendant Tutorial

In this video tutorial from Potomac Bead Company, Marissa teaches you how to make her "Wild Star" pendant. Find a list of supplies used in this design in the description below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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Step 2: Watch the 
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Wild Star Pendant Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Iris Duos (Labrador Full color recommended, 16 total needed)
  • 14mm Rivoli (Montana color for this tutorial)
  • Super Duos (Opaque Blue Picasso color)
  • 2x3mm Rondelles (Brown Iris color)
  • Seed Beads: 11/0 (Crystal Champagne, Antique Ivory Pearl, Picasso Montana Matte), 15/0 (Duracoat Galvanized Champagne, Montana Matte Picasso), 8/0 (Montana Matte Picasso)
  • Jump Ring for pendant attachment
  • Beading Needle (size 11 recommended)
  • Beading Thread (Wildfire in green, 0.006 thickness)
  • Thread Cutting Tool (Thread Zap or scissors)
  • Flat Nose or Needle Nose Pliers (for tight spots)

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare the Base: Start by threading Iris Duos and Super Duos, ensuring the rounded side of Iris Duos faces up. First Layer of Seed Beads: Add a layer of seed beads (11/0) between the Super Duos to form a circular pattern. Securing the Rivoli: Place the Rivoli in the center, securing it with seed beads (15/0) threaded around to hold it tightly. Adding Rondelles and Second Iris Duo Layer: Embellish with Rondelles between the existing Iris Duos, then add a second layer of Iris Duos separated by 15/0 seed beads. Final Embellishments: Decorate the outer edges of the Iris Duos with additional seed beads for a finished look. Attachment: Add a jump ring for hanging the pendant on a chain or cord.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
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    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Item Description

    In this video tutorial from Potomac Bead Company, Marissa teaches you how to make her "Wild Star" pendant. Find a list of supplies used in this design in the description below.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Iris Duos (Labrador Full color recommended, 16 total needed)
  • 14mm Rivoli (Montana color for this tutorial)
  • Super Duos (Opaque Blue Picasso color)
  • 2x3mm Rondelles (Brown Iris color)
  • Seed Beads: 11/0 (Crystal Champagne, Antique Ivory Pearl, Picasso Montana Matte), 15/0 (Duracoat Galvanized Champagne, Montana Matte Picasso), 8/0 (Montana Matte Picasso)
  • Jump Ring for pendant attachment
  • Beading Needle (size 11 recommended)
  • Beading Thread (Wildfire in green, 0.006 thickness)
  • Thread Cutting Tool (Thread Zap or scissors)
  • Flat Nose or Needle Nose Pliers (for tight spots)

    • Project Steps

    Prepare the Base: Start by threading Iris Duos and Super Duos, ensuring the rounded side of Iris Duos faces up. First Layer of Seed Beads: Add a layer of seed beads (11/0) between the Super Duos to form a circular pattern. Securing the Rivoli: Place the Rivoli in the center, securing it with seed beads (15/0) threaded around to hold it tightly. Adding Rondelles and Second Iris Duo Layer: Embellish with Rondelles between the existing Iris Duos, then add a second layer of Iris Duos separated by 15/0 seed beads. Final Embellishments: Decorate the outer edges of the Iris Duos with additional seed beads for a finished look. Attachment: Add a jump ring for hanging the pendant on a chain or cord.