Moonlight Sonata Tutorial

The sweet sounds of Beethoven will be serenaded around as you begin to use the Right Angle Weave and Netting to design your own Moonlight Sonata creation. Your soul will be sent into a state of sweet meditation when you start the process of weaving together Crescent beads and Czech Bicones into a bracelet inspired by the view of a moon over a calm body of water. These materials and others can be found when you open your November Best Bead Box or on PotomacBeads.com.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Moonlight Sonata Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials for ~7.5-inch (19 cm) wrist:
  • Crescent Beads 3x10mm- Milky Sapphire, 18 Beads
  • Czech Bicones - Jet Capri Splash, 16 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Silver-lined Crystal, ~ 2 Grams
  • Czech Rondelles 3x5mm - Jet, 6 Beads
  • Wire Guards - Silver Plated, 8 Pieces Optional
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather Crescent beads, Czech Bicones, Seed Beads, Czech Rondelles, and Wire Guards.
    Start Weaving: Use Right Angle Weave to create the base with Crescent beads, adding Seed Beads between each.
    Form the Moon Shape: Apply the Netting technique to shape the Crescent beads into a moon-like circle.
    Add Embellishments: Integrate Czech Bicones and additional Seed Beads for detail and texture.
    Assemble the Jewelry: Connect the components using the techniques shown to form a bracelet, necklace, or earrings.
    Final Touches: Add Wire Guards and a clasp for a professional finish.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    The sweet sounds of Beethoven will be serenaded around as you begin to use the Right Angle Weave and Netting to design your own Moonlight Sonata creation. Your soul will be sent into a state of sweet meditation when you start the process of weaving together Crescent beads and Czech Bicones into a bracelet inspired by the view of a moon over a calm body of water. These materials and others can be found when you open your November Best Bead Box or on PotomacBeads.com.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials for ~7.5-inch (19 cm) wrist:
  • Crescent Beads 3x10mm- Milky Sapphire, 18 Beads
  • Czech Bicones - Jet Capri Splash, 16 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Silver-lined Crystal, ~ 2 Grams
  • Czech Rondelles 3x5mm - Jet, 6 Beads
  • Wire Guards - Silver Plated, 8 Pieces Optional
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather Crescent beads, Czech Bicones, Seed Beads, Czech Rondelles, and Wire Guards.
    Start Weaving: Use Right Angle Weave to create the base with Crescent beads, adding Seed Beads between each.
    Form the Moon Shape: Apply the Netting technique to shape the Crescent beads into a moon-like circle.
    Add Embellishments: Integrate Czech Bicones and additional Seed Beads for detail and texture.
    Assemble the Jewelry: Connect the components using the techniques shown to form a bracelet, necklace, or earrings.
    Final Touches: Add Wire Guards and a clasp for a professional finish.