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Twisted Caterpillar Necklace Tutorial

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Join Potomacbeads community member Dena Johnson as she uses multi holed RounDuo beads and RounDuo Mini beads to create a twisted rope. Combine the skills of herringbone and the multiholed beads for this fun and original DIY seed bead project.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Twisted Caterpillar Necklace Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • RounDuo Mini - white lila luster, ~ 60
  • Miyuki 15/0 - amethyst gold luster, gram
  • Miyuki 11/0 - dyed blush silver lined alabaster, 6.5 grams
  • Miyuki 8/0 - duracoat opaque beige, 14 grams
  • Dragonthread size 6 gray, approx. 16 feet
  • Wire guards silver, 1 piece
  • Oval jump rings silver, 3 pieces
  • Rolo chain silver, 10 inches
  • Twisted barrel screw clasp, 1 piece SECOND COLORWAY:
  • RounDuo - white green teal luster, 20-150 beads
  • RounDuo - white lila luster, 20-150 beads
  • RounDuo - white lila vega luster, 20-150 beads
  • Miyuki 8/0 - matte opaque cream, 14 grams
  • Miyuki 11/0 - duracoat galvanized matte champagne, 6.5 grams
  • Miyuki 15/0 - duracoat galvanized silver, 1 gram
  • Dragonthread size 6 white, approx. 16 feet
  • Wire guards silver, 1 piece
  • Oval jump rings silver, 3 pieces
  • Rolo chain silver, 7 inches
  • Twisted barrel screw clasp, 1 piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Start with Herringbone Stitch: Create a long strip of herringbone stitch, calculating rows based on the number of RounDuo Mini beads. Incorporate RounDuo Beads: Add RounDuo or RounDuo Mini beads along the strip, creating a simple, repetitive pattern. Create the Twisted Rope: Fold the beaded strip in half, connecting beads to form a 'taco' shape, inducing a twist. Add Finishing Touches: Complete the necklace by adding wire guards, jump rings, and a clasp. Optionally, reinforce the necklace by threading through the last few beads again for durability.

    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"
    Twisted Caterpillar Necklace Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Join Potomacbeads community member Dena Johnson as she uses multi holed RounDuo beads and RounDuo Mini beads to create a twisted rope. Combine the skills of herringbone and the multiholed beads for this fun and original DIY seed bead project.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • RounDuo Mini - white lila luster, ~ 60
  • Miyuki 15/0 - amethyst gold luster, gram
  • Miyuki 11/0 - dyed blush silver lined alabaster, 6.5 grams
  • Miyuki 8/0 - duracoat opaque beige, 14 grams
  • Dragonthread size 6 gray, approx. 16 feet
  • Wire guards silver, 1 piece
  • Oval jump rings silver, 3 pieces
  • Rolo chain silver, 10 inches
  • Twisted barrel screw clasp, 1 piece SECOND COLORWAY:
  • RounDuo - white green teal luster, 20-150 beads
  • RounDuo - white lila luster, 20-150 beads
  • RounDuo - white lila vega luster, 20-150 beads
  • Miyuki 8/0 - matte opaque cream, 14 grams
  • Miyuki 11/0 - duracoat galvanized matte champagne, 6.5 grams
  • Miyuki 15/0 - duracoat galvanized silver, 1 gram
  • Dragonthread size 6 white, approx. 16 feet
  • Wire guards silver, 1 piece
  • Oval jump rings silver, 3 pieces
  • Rolo chain silver, 7 inches
  • Twisted barrel screw clasp, 1 piece
  • Project Steps

    Start with Herringbone Stitch: Create a long strip of herringbone stitch, calculating rows based on the number of RounDuo Mini beads. Incorporate RounDuo Beads: Add RounDuo or RounDuo Mini beads along the strip, creating a simple, repetitive pattern. Create the Twisted Rope: Fold the beaded strip in half, connecting beads to form a 'taco' shape, inducing a twist. Add Finishing Touches: Complete the necklace by adding wire guards, jump rings, and a clasp. Optionally, reinforce the necklace by threading through the last few beads again for durability.