Full Moon Pendant Tutorial

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We are going crazy over this Full Moon Pendant design! The Luna Soft Cabs are a gorgeous, opaque centerpiece that almost gives off a glow of its own. Join us as we learn step-by-step how to create this incredibly stunning, beaded pendant. Remember, you can share your beading creations on our Beading & Jewelry Making Facebook Page found here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeadingAndJewelryMaking

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Full Moon Pendant Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • 2 Hole Bricks - Matte Green Iris, 14 Pieces
  • Quadralentils -- Aztec Gold, 14 Pieces
  • Luna Soft Cab 24 mm - Spearmint, 1 Piece
  • Potomac Crystal Round 2 mm - Crystal A, 28 Pieces
  • Czech Fire Polish Rounds 4mm- Cora, 14 Pieces
  • Miyuki 11/0s - Galv Champagne, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki 15/0 seed beads - Light Met Bronze, ~ 1 Gram Secondary Colorway:
  • 2 Hole Bricks - Matte Blue Iris, 14 Pieces
  • Quadralentils - Pink Metallic Suade, 14 Pieces
  • Luna Soft Cab 24 mm - Lavender, 1 Piece
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 2x3 mm - Metallic Purple Iris, 28 Pieces
  • Czech Faceted Round 4mm - Emerald, 14 Pieces
  • Miyuki 11/0s - Galv Champagne, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki 15/0 seed beads - Light Met Bronze, ~ 1 Gram
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    The bold beauty of this Full Moon Pendant is on display for all to see when you wear this luxurious statement piece out. Use this PotomacBeads tutorial to learn how to use a netting technique to add a Lunasoft cabochon to the center of this celestial pendant.
    1.Start with 14 2-hole bricks separated by 11/0s. Tie them into a knot. Sew around the beads two more times to strengthen it. Step up to the outer hole of the bricks. Add a QuadraLentils in between the bricks and the next QuadraLentils with a seed bead on either side, between the bricks. Go around the circle adding a pattern of QuadraLentils with and without the seed beads.
    2.Watch the Full Moon Pendant tutorial to follow along with Marissa as she guides you through the process of creating the pendant.
    3.Add a bail by using a ladder stitch to make seven pairs of seed beads. Connect the top to the bottom to form a loop. Tie a knot using a bridge thread.
    Stick with these simple steps and you will be able to create this elegant Full Moon pendant. Check out the large selection of quality beads and findings at PotomacBeads for all of your beading needs.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Item Description

    We are going crazy over this Full Moon Pendant design! The Luna Soft Cabs are a gorgeous, opaque centerpiece that almost gives off a glow of its own. Join us as we learn step-by-step how to create this incredibly stunning, beaded pendant. Remember, you can share your beading creations on our Beading & Jewelry Making Facebook Page found here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeadingAndJewelryMaking

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • 2 Hole Bricks - Matte Green Iris, 14 Pieces
  • Quadralentils -- Aztec Gold, 14 Pieces
  • Luna Soft Cab 24 mm - Spearmint, 1 Piece
  • Potomac Crystal Round 2 mm - Crystal A, 28 Pieces
  • Czech Fire Polish Rounds 4mm- Cora, 14 Pieces
  • Miyuki 11/0s - Galv Champagne, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki 15/0 seed beads - Light Met Bronze, ~ 1 Gram Secondary Colorway:
  • 2 Hole Bricks - Matte Blue Iris, 14 Pieces
  • Quadralentils - Pink Metallic Suade, 14 Pieces
  • Luna Soft Cab 24 mm - Lavender, 1 Piece
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 2x3 mm - Metallic Purple Iris, 28 Pieces
  • Czech Faceted Round 4mm - Emerald, 14 Pieces
  • Miyuki 11/0s - Galv Champagne, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki 15/0 seed beads - Light Met Bronze, ~ 1 Gram
  • Project Steps

    The bold beauty of this Full Moon Pendant is on display for all to see when you wear this luxurious statement piece out. Use this PotomacBeads tutorial to learn how to use a netting technique to add a Lunasoft cabochon to the center of this celestial pendant.
    1.Start with 14 2-hole bricks separated by 11/0s. Tie them into a knot. Sew around the beads two more times to strengthen it. Step up to the outer hole of the bricks. Add a QuadraLentils in between the bricks and the next QuadraLentils with a seed bead on either side, between the bricks. Go around the circle adding a pattern of QuadraLentils with and without the seed beads.
    2.Watch the Full Moon Pendant tutorial to follow along with Marissa as she guides you through the process of creating the pendant.
    3.Add a bail by using a ladder stitch to make seven pairs of seed beads. Connect the top to the bottom to form a loop. Tie a knot using a bridge thread.
    Stick with these simple steps and you will be able to create this elegant Full Moon pendant. Check out the large selection of quality beads and findings at PotomacBeads for all of your beading needs.