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Pattern - Princess Alice Brooch

Learn to create a stunning brooch featuring RounDuo mini beads, crystals, and seed beads. This versatile design can also be adapted into a bracelet, necklace, or hair accessory. Use RounDuo mini beads, Miyuki 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads, 4mm crystals, Dragon Thread, and a brooch backing for this intricate project. Master techniques like stop bead placement, layered beadwork, and crystal embellishments to create an eye-catching brooch. Customize with different bead colors, patterns, or add a hair clip backing for an alternative use.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
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Pattern - Princess Alice Brooch

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Gather Materials: RounDuo mini beads. Miyuki 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads. 4mm crystals for embellishments. Dragon Thread. Brooch backing or pin. E6000 glue. Set Up the Thread: Attach a stop bead to your thread, leaving a tail for later finishing. Create the Base: Pick up one RounDuo mini bead and secure it in place by threading back through the same hole. Alternate three seed beads and one RounDuo mini to create a circle. Add Layers: Use the open holes of the RounDuo mini beads to add additional rows. Connect the beads with seed beads to create a layered design. Embellish with Crystals: Add crystals diagonally across the framework for sparkle. Ensure the crystals sit securely and evenly. Attach the Brooch Backing: Cut a piece of thick felt or fabric backing to match the brooch size. Glue the beadwork onto the backing using E6000 glue. Secure the Brooch Pin: Attach the pin to the backing using glue or stitching. Ensure the pin is centered and aligned for ease of use. Finalize the Design: Adjust threads, tighten the beadwork, and let the glue dry completely. Trim any excess backing or thread for a clean finish.

Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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Learn to create a stunning brooch featuring RounDuo mini beads, crystals, and seed beads. This versatile design can also be adapted into a bracelet, necklace, or hair accessory. Use RounDuo mini beads, Miyuki 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads, 4mm crystals, Dragon Thread, and a brooch backing for this intricate project. Master techniques like stop bead placement, layered beadwork, and crystal embellishments to create an eye-catching brooch. Customize with different bead colors, patterns, or add a hair clip backing for an alternative use.

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Project Steps

Gather Materials: RounDuo mini beads. Miyuki 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads. 4mm crystals for embellishments. Dragon Thread. Brooch backing or pin. E6000 glue. Set Up the Thread: Attach a stop bead to your thread, leaving a tail for later finishing. Create the Base: Pick up one RounDuo mini bead and secure it in place by threading back through the same hole. Alternate three seed beads and one RounDuo mini to create a circle. Add Layers: Use the open holes of the RounDuo mini beads to add additional rows. Connect the beads with seed beads to create a layered design. Embellish with Crystals: Add crystals diagonally across the framework for sparkle. Ensure the crystals sit securely and evenly. Attach the Brooch Backing: Cut a piece of thick felt or fabric backing to match the brooch size. Glue the beadwork onto the backing using E6000 glue. Secure the Brooch Pin: Attach the pin to the backing using glue or stitching. Ensure the pin is centered and aligned for ease of use. Finalize the Design: Adjust threads, tighten the beadwork, and let the glue dry completely. Trim any excess backing or thread for a clean finish.