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Graduated Crystal Pendant Tutorial

Allie uses Potomac Crystal Rivolis, 2-Hole Bar Beads, and Miyuki Seed Bead to make the Graduated Crystal (Mother's Pendant). It can easily be made with children's birthstones and turned into a bracelet! Enjoy using this jewelry-making bead tutorial video to help you become a more creative and happier beader! Find a complete list of supplies & links for the products used below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Graduated Crystal Pendant Tutorial
The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 10mm - Magic Blue, 1 Piece
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 12mm - Crystal Vitrail, 1 Piece
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 14mm - Colorshift Sphinx, 1 Piece
2 Hole Bar Bead - Silver, 16 Pieces
Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Crystal Lab Full,~ 2 Grams

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Prepare Materials: Gather your crystals, 2-Hole Bar Beads, and Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0.
Start with the Largest Rivoli: Use a netting technique to create a base for the largest crystal, integrating the 2-Hole Bar Beads and seed beads.
Add the Middle Rivoli: Adjust the netting to accommodate the middle-sized crystal, focusing on maintaining tightness and security.
Complete with the Smallest Rivoli: Repeat the netting process for the smallest crystal, ensuring each layer sits snugly.
Construct the Bail: Use additional 2-Hole Bar Beads and seed beads to create a bail for hanging the pendant.
Final Adjustments: Ensure all elements are tightly secured and make any necessary adjustments for a polished look.

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"
Graduated Crystal Pendant Tutorial
PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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Item Description

Allie uses Potomac Crystal Rivolis, 2-Hole Bar Beads, and Miyuki Seed Bead to make the Graduated Crystal (Mother's Pendant). It can easily be made with children's birthstones and turned into a bracelet! Enjoy using this jewelry-making bead tutorial video to help you become a more creative and happier beader! Find a complete list of supplies & links for the products used below.

Designer's Material List

The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 10mm - Magic Blue, 1 Piece
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 12mm - Crystal Vitrail, 1 Piece
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 14mm - Colorshift Sphinx, 1 Piece
2 Hole Bar Bead - Silver, 16 Pieces
Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Crystal Lab Full,~ 2 Grams

Project Steps

Prepare Materials: Gather your crystals, 2-Hole Bar Beads, and Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0.
Start with the Largest Rivoli: Use a netting technique to create a base for the largest crystal, integrating the 2-Hole Bar Beads and seed beads.
Add the Middle Rivoli: Adjust the netting to accommodate the middle-sized crystal, focusing on maintaining tightness and security.
Complete with the Smallest Rivoli: Repeat the netting process for the smallest crystal, ensuring each layer sits snugly.
Construct the Bail: Use additional 2-Hole Bar Beads and seed beads to create a bail for hanging the pendant.
Final Adjustments: Ensure all elements are tightly secured and make any necessary adjustments for a polished look.