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Golden Ginko Pendant Tutorial

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The Glisten Pendant is quick and simple yet quite impactful as Allie loaded the design up with various Potomac Crystals - Ovals, Cushions, and Rounds. Other materials to be used in the tutorial include PieDuo Beads for the bezel setting along with Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 to add embellishments and a ladder stitch bail. Get ready to add sparkle beyond your wildest imagination with this perfect-sized beaded crystal pendant!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Golden Ginko Pendant Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomax Ginko - Rose Gold, 14 Pieces
  • RounDuo Mini - Labrador Full, 7 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Rivoli 14mm - Jet, 1 Piece
  • Miyuki Seed Bead 15/0 - Labrador Full, ~ 1 gram
  • Miyuki Seed Bead 11/0 - Galvanized Apricot, ~ 1 gram
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare the Base: Start by threading a ginkgo bead with 11/0 seed beads, creating a loop at the top.
    Add Embellishments: Integrate PieDuo beads around the crystal cushion for the bezel setting.
    Secure the Crystal: Place the crystal cushion in the center and secure it with additional seed beads.
    Embellish Further: Add more seed beads around the pendant for decoration.
    Create the Bail: Use a ladder stitch to create a bail for the pendant.
    Final Assembly: Attach the bail to the pendant and secure all thread ends.

    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"
    Golden Ginko Pendant Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    The Glisten Pendant is quick and simple yet quite impactful as Allie loaded the design up with various Potomac Crystals - Ovals, Cushions, and Rounds. Other materials to be used in the tutorial include PieDuo Beads for the bezel setting along with Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 to add embellishments and a ladder stitch bail. Get ready to add sparkle beyond your wildest imagination with this perfect-sized beaded crystal pendant!

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomax Ginko - Rose Gold, 14 Pieces
  • RounDuo Mini - Labrador Full, 7 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Rivoli 14mm - Jet, 1 Piece
  • Miyuki Seed Bead 15/0 - Labrador Full, ~ 1 gram
  • Miyuki Seed Bead 11/0 - Galvanized Apricot, ~ 1 gram
  • Project Steps

    Prepare the Base: Start by threading a ginkgo bead with 11/0 seed beads, creating a loop at the top.
    Add Embellishments: Integrate PieDuo beads around the crystal cushion for the bezel setting.
    Secure the Crystal: Place the crystal cushion in the center and secure it with additional seed beads.
    Embellish Further: Add more seed beads around the pendant for decoration.
    Create the Bail: Use a ladder stitch to create a bail for the pendant.
    Final Assembly: Attach the bail to the pendant and secure all thread ends.