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Octocup Necklace Tutorial

Tereza from PotomacBeads EU uses cup buttons, pressed rounds (druks) and seed beads to make the unique Octocup Necklace.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Octocup Necklace Tutorial
The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
Cup Button Jet Sliperit Full, ~20 Pieces
Cup Button Etched Sliperit Full, ~15 Pieces
Pressed Round 6mm (Metallic Grenadine),~14 Pieces
Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 DC Galvanized Dark Berry, ~2.5 grams
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 Copper, ~4 grams
Miyuki Seed Beads Galvanized Wine 11/0, ~7 grams
Miyuki Seed Beads Cranberry Gold Luster 11/0,~7 grams

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Creating Cabochon Segments: Start by threading three cup buttons with seed beads in between, forming the base of the necklace's segments.
Stringing the Segments: String the completed segments together, adding two cup buttons on each end to serve as clasps.
Making the Beaded Rope: Construct a herringbone rope using a gradient of colors for the necklace’s length.
Adding End Caps: Finish the rope with peyote stitch end caps, securing them and adding a decorative touch.
Assembly: Connect the beaded rope to the cabochon segments, ensuring a secure attachment with additional beading if necessary.
Final Touches: Add a loop for the clasp and secure all threads, completing your Octocup Necklace.

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"
Octocup Necklace Tutorial
PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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Item Description

Tereza from PotomacBeads EU uses cup buttons, pressed rounds (druks) and seed beads to make the unique Octocup Necklace.

Designer's Material List

The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
Cup Button Jet Sliperit Full, ~20 Pieces
Cup Button Etched Sliperit Full, ~15 Pieces
Pressed Round 6mm (Metallic Grenadine),~14 Pieces
Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 DC Galvanized Dark Berry, ~2.5 grams
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 Copper, ~4 grams
Miyuki Seed Beads Galvanized Wine 11/0, ~7 grams
Miyuki Seed Beads Cranberry Gold Luster 11/0,~7 grams

Project Steps

Creating Cabochon Segments: Start by threading three cup buttons with seed beads in between, forming the base of the necklace's segments.
Stringing the Segments: String the completed segments together, adding two cup buttons on each end to serve as clasps.
Making the Beaded Rope: Construct a herringbone rope using a gradient of colors for the necklace’s length.
Adding End Caps: Finish the rope with peyote stitch end caps, securing them and adding a decorative touch.
Assembly: Connect the beaded rope to the cabochon segments, ensuring a secure attachment with additional beading if necessary.
Final Touches: Add a loop for the clasp and secure all threads, completing your Octocup Necklace.