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Lamp Light Beaded Beads Tutorial

In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to make her "Lamp Light" beaded beads, using Potomac's new "AVA Bead".

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Lamp Light Beaded Beads Tutorial
The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • AVA® Beads - Jet Bronze, ~14 Pieces
  • Swarovski Bicones - Light Siam 4mm, ~14 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne, ~2 Grams
  • Plain Earwires - Gold Filled, ~1 Pair
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all materials listed above and prepare your thread and needle with about 30 inches of thread.
    Base Construction: Start by weaving AVA Beads in an A and V shape, adding 15/0 seed beads and 4mm Swarovski bicones between each AVA Bead using the bottom hole.
    Building Up: After the base, add more AVA Beads on top in the opposite direction to create a 3D effect, securing each section with 15/0 seed beads.
    Adding Crystals: Insert crystals at the top and bottom for earrings, or leave as is for necklace beads.
    Finalizing: Use 24 gauge wire to attach the earring components, ensuring a secure fit and adding an additional crystal if desired.
    Finishing Touches: Secure the ends with knots and trim excess thread. Use the thread burner to finish neatly.

    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"
    Lamp Light Beaded Beads Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to make her "Lamp Light" beaded beads, using Potomac's new "AVA Bead".

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • AVA® Beads - Jet Bronze, ~14 Pieces
  • Swarovski Bicones - Light Siam 4mm, ~14 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne, ~2 Grams
  • Plain Earwires - Gold Filled, ~1 Pair
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all materials listed above and prepare your thread and needle with about 30 inches of thread.
    Base Construction: Start by weaving AVA Beads in an A and V shape, adding 15/0 seed beads and 4mm Swarovski bicones between each AVA Bead using the bottom hole.
    Building Up: After the base, add more AVA Beads on top in the opposite direction to create a 3D effect, securing each section with 15/0 seed beads.
    Adding Crystals: Insert crystals at the top and bottom for earrings, or leave as is for necklace beads.
    Finalizing: Use 24 gauge wire to attach the earring components, ensuring a secure fit and adding an additional crystal if desired.
    Finishing Touches: Secure the ends with knots and trim excess thread. Use the thread burner to finish neatly.