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Pearl Glam Pendant Tutorial

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Learn how to create a sophisticated pendant featuring pearls, seed beads, and GemDuos in a layered design. This project is perfect for enhancing your beading skills while crafting elegant jewelry. Use 4mm pearls, 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads, GemDuos, and Dragon Thread to construct this intricate pendant. Master techniques such as layering beads, forming a bezel for Rivoli crystals, and adding embellishments for structure and style. Experiment with different bead colors, shapes, and patterns to personalize your design for various occasions.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Pearl Glam Pendant Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Pearls - Cream 4mm, 10 Pearls
  • GemDuo Beads - Metalust Hot Pink 8x5mm, 10 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Opaque Banana 8/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne 11/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne 15/0, ~1 Gram
  • Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Mystic Juicy Peach 18mm, 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather Materials: 4mm pearls. 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads. GemDuo beads. Rivoli cristal. Dragon Thread. Wire guards Create the Base: Thread 4mm pearls alternated with 11/0 seed beads into a loop. Tie a knot to secure the circle and reinforce the structure by threading through it again. Add Layers of Seed Beads: Attach clusters of 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads around each pearl to build a decorative border. Form the Bezel: Place the Rivoli crystal at the center of the design. Use seed beads to encase and secure the Rivoli into place. Incorporate Gem Duos: Attach Gem Duos around the edges to add dimension and enhance the pendant. Add Embellishments: Fill gaps and refine the design with additional seed bead embellishments for a polished finish. Construct the Bail: Create a small loop at the top of the pendant using seed beads or wire guards to attach a chain or cord. Reinforce and Finalize: Reinforce the entire structure by threading through all components multiple times.

    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"
    Pearl Glam Pendant Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Learn how to create a sophisticated pendant featuring pearls, seed beads, and GemDuos in a layered design. This project is perfect for enhancing your beading skills while crafting elegant jewelry. Use 4mm pearls, 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads, GemDuos, and Dragon Thread to construct this intricate pendant. Master techniques such as layering beads, forming a bezel for Rivoli crystals, and adding embellishments for structure and style. Experiment with different bead colors, shapes, and patterns to personalize your design for various occasions.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Pearls - Cream 4mm, 10 Pearls
  • GemDuo Beads - Metalust Hot Pink 8x5mm, 10 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Opaque Banana 8/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne 11/0, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne 15/0, ~1 Gram
  • Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Mystic Juicy Peach 18mm, 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Gather Materials: 4mm pearls. 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads. GemDuo beads. Rivoli cristal. Dragon Thread. Wire guards Create the Base: Thread 4mm pearls alternated with 11/0 seed beads into a loop. Tie a knot to secure the circle and reinforce the structure by threading through it again. Add Layers of Seed Beads: Attach clusters of 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads around each pearl to build a decorative border. Form the Bezel: Place the Rivoli crystal at the center of the design. Use seed beads to encase and secure the Rivoli into place. Incorporate Gem Duos: Attach Gem Duos around the edges to add dimension and enhance the pendant. Add Embellishments: Fill gaps and refine the design with additional seed bead embellishments for a polished finish. Construct the Bail: Create a small loop at the top of the pendant using seed beads or wire guards to attach a chain or cord. Reinforce and Finalize: Reinforce the entire structure by threading through all components multiple times.