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Nordic Christmas Ball Cover Tutorial

Featuring QuadBow Beads and Potomac Crystal Rivolis 8mm, new products from 2020, you'll follow along with Allie to create the Nordic Christmas Ball Cover. With a little bit of Hubble Stitch and some netting, a one of a kind heirloom will be created for the whole family to see from year to year. Remember the positive details of 2020 with a contemporary beaded ornament cover for yourself, while sharing a piece with all the special people surrounding you near or far during this Christmas season!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Gold 15/0

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  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Flame Red 11/0

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  • Potomac Crystal Chatons - Emerald 8mm (Size SS39) | Pack of 12

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  • Potomac Crystal Chatons - Siam 8mm (Size SS39) | Pack of 12

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  • QuadBow Beads - White Shimmer | Pack of 20

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  • Toho Seed Beads - Opaque Lustered White 8/0

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Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Nordic Christmas Ball Cover Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Rivoli 8mm - Emerald, 2 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Rivoli 8mm - Light Siam, 2 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone 2mm - Emerald AB, ~ 40 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone 2mm - Garnet AB, ~24 Pieces
  • Potomac QuadBow - White Shimmer -16 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Gold, ~ 2 grams
  • Toho Seed Beads 8/0 - Opaque White Luster, ~2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Silver Lined Green, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Silver Lined Ruby, ~1 Gram
  • Czech Long Feather 5x16mm - White AB, 8 Pieces

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Start with the Hubble Stitch: Begin by creating four separate components using the Hubble Stitch technique. Add Rivoli Bezels: Incorporate Rivoli crystals by creating bezels to hold them in place. Incorporate QuadBow Beads: Add QuadBow beads to the design for added texture and dimension. Embellish with Crystals: Embellish the design with crystal bicones for sparkle. Construct the Top of the Ornament Cover: Work on creating the top section of the ornament cover. Connect the Components: Begin connecting the various components together. Final Embellishments: Add additional seed beads to complete the connections and finalize the design.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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

    Featuring QuadBow Beads and Potomac Crystal Rivolis 8mm, new products from 2020, you'll follow along with Allie to create the Nordic Christmas Ball Cover. With a little bit of Hubble Stitch and some netting, a one of a kind heirloom will be created for the whole family to see from year to year. Remember the positive details of 2020 with a contemporary beaded ornament cover for yourself, while sharing a piece with all the special people surrounding you near or far during this Christmas season!

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Rivoli 8mm - Emerald, 2 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Rivoli 8mm - Light Siam, 2 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone 2mm - Emerald AB, ~ 40 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone 2mm - Garnet AB, ~24 Pieces
  • Potomac QuadBow - White Shimmer -16 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Gold, ~ 2 grams
  • Toho Seed Beads 8/0 - Opaque White Luster, ~2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Silver Lined Green, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Silver Lined Ruby, ~1 Gram
  • Czech Long Feather 5x16mm - White AB, 8 Pieces

    • Project Steps

    Start with the Hubble Stitch: Begin by creating four separate components using the Hubble Stitch technique. Add Rivoli Bezels: Incorporate Rivoli crystals by creating bezels to hold them in place. Incorporate QuadBow Beads: Add QuadBow beads to the design for added texture and dimension. Embellish with Crystals: Embellish the design with crystal bicones for sparkle. Construct the Top of the Ornament Cover: Work on creating the top section of the ornament cover. Connect the Components: Begin connecting the various components together. Final Embellishments: Add additional seed beads to complete the connections and finalize the design.