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Queen Nefertiti Tutorial

This video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company teaches you how to make Allie Buchman's "Queen Nefertiti" earring design. This project uses simple materials, and you can replace the 2-hole Pyramids (if desired) with other similar size beads.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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Step 2: Watch the 
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Queen Nefertiti Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Czech glass 6mm Pyramid 2-hole beads
  • Miyuki 15/0 and 11/0 seed beads
  • Miyuki 3.4mm drops (teardrops)
  • Ear wires
  • Wildfire beading thread (.006)
  • Size 12 beading needle

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Thread your needle with 3 feet of beading thread, adding a stop bead.
    Start by framing one 6mm pyramid bead with 11/0 seed beads.
    Embellish the pyramid bead with teardrops and 15/0 seed beads for added detail.
    Secure the beadwork with a wire protector before attaching the ear wire.
    Knot off and trim the thread, ensuring a clean finish.
    Repeat the process for the second earring.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

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    Item Description

    This video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company teaches you how to make Allie Buchman's "Queen Nefertiti" earring design. This project uses simple materials, and you can replace the 2-hole Pyramids (if desired) with other similar size beads.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Czech glass 6mm Pyramid 2-hole beads
  • Miyuki 15/0 and 11/0 seed beads
  • Miyuki 3.4mm drops (teardrops)
  • Ear wires
  • Wildfire beading thread (.006)
  • Size 12 beading needle

    • Project Steps

    Thread your needle with 3 feet of beading thread, adding a stop bead.
    Start by framing one 6mm pyramid bead with 11/0 seed beads.
    Embellish the pyramid bead with teardrops and 15/0 seed beads for added detail.
    Secure the beadwork with a wire protector before attaching the ear wire.
    Knot off and trim the thread, ensuring a clean finish.
    Repeat the process for the second earring.