Thistle Pendant Tutorial

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In this beautiful Thistle Pendant, Allie uses a Peyote Stitch to bezel around a 14mm Potomac Crystal Rivoli before adding simple seed bead petals to fill out the design. Grab your Miyuki Seed Beads in 15/0, Delicas in 11/0 and 15/0 (new to PotomacBeads.com) and come create this stunning project that is perfect for beginning beaders.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Thistle Pendant Tutorial
The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Rivoli 14mm - Smoke, 1 Piece
  • Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Opaque Mauve Luster, 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Delica 15/0 - Opaque Purple Grey Rainbow, 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Delica 15/0 - Transparent Smokey Amethyst AB, 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Bead 15/0 - Blush Lined Crystal, 1 Gram
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all materials listed above. Start Peyote Bezel: Begin with a Peyote Stitch bezel using 11/0 Delicas, creating a loop to encase the Rivoli. Secure Rivoli: Place the Rivoli within the bezel, securing it with additional rows of 15/0 Delicas. Add Petals: Using a mix of 15/0 and 11/0 Delicas, start adding petals around the Rivoli to form the thistle design. Expand Design: Continue adding petals in layers to achieve the desired fullness and design complexity. Final Adjustments: Make any necessary adjustments to secure the Rivoli and ensure the petals are evenly distributed. Finish Off: Tie off and cut any excess thread, completing your Thistle Pendant.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Beading Mat - Beading Design Mat
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    In this beautiful Thistle Pendant, Allie uses a Peyote Stitch to bezel around a 14mm Potomac Crystal Rivoli before adding simple seed bead petals to fill out the design. Grab your Miyuki Seed Beads in 15/0, Delicas in 11/0 and 15/0 (new to PotomacBeads.com) and come create this stunning project that is perfect for beginning beaders.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Rivoli 14mm - Smoke, 1 Piece
  • Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Opaque Mauve Luster, 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Delica 15/0 - Opaque Purple Grey Rainbow, 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Delica 15/0 - Transparent Smokey Amethyst AB, 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Bead 15/0 - Blush Lined Crystal, 1 Gram
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all materials listed above. Start Peyote Bezel: Begin with a Peyote Stitch bezel using 11/0 Delicas, creating a loop to encase the Rivoli. Secure Rivoli: Place the Rivoli within the bezel, securing it with additional rows of 15/0 Delicas. Add Petals: Using a mix of 15/0 and 11/0 Delicas, start adding petals around the Rivoli to form the thistle design. Expand Design: Continue adding petals in layers to achieve the desired fullness and design complexity. Final Adjustments: Make any necessary adjustments to secure the Rivoli and ensure the petals are evenly distributed. Finish Off: Tie off and cut any excess thread, completing your Thistle Pendant.