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Intrepid Pendant Tutorial

In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Marissa teaches you how to make her "Intrepid Pendant." Find a list of supplies for this project in the description below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Intrepid Pendant Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Ovals 18x25mm - Crystal AB
  • IrisDuo® Beads - Crystal Labrador Full
  • SuperDuo Beads - Purple Metallic Suede
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Galvanized Champagne
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Opaque Antique Rose Luster
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Matte Opaque Dark Cream
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Galvanized Apricot Gold
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 2x3mm - Light Rose AB
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather all materials and prepare about 5.5 feet of beading thread on a needle.
    Start by threading 14 IrisDuo beads and 14 SuperDuo beads alternately, ensuring the correct orientation.
    Add seed beads between the SuperDuos and IrisDuos to secure the structure.
    Place the cabochon at the center and secure it by sewing through beads around it, adjusting the tension to fit.
    Embellish around the cabochon with seed beads, adding depth and contrast.
    Finalize the pendant by adding rondelles and creating a loop with seed beads for attachment.

    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"
    Intrepid Pendant Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Marissa teaches you how to make her "Intrepid Pendant." Find a list of supplies for this project in the description below.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Ovals 18x25mm - Crystal AB
  • IrisDuo® Beads - Crystal Labrador Full
  • SuperDuo Beads - Purple Metallic Suede
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Galvanized Champagne
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Opaque Antique Rose Luster
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Matte Opaque Dark Cream
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Galvanized Apricot Gold
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 2x3mm - Light Rose AB
  • Project Steps

    Gather all materials and prepare about 5.5 feet of beading thread on a needle.
    Start by threading 14 IrisDuo beads and 14 SuperDuo beads alternately, ensuring the correct orientation.
    Add seed beads between the SuperDuos and IrisDuos to secure the structure.
    Place the cabochon at the center and secure it by sewing through beads around it, adjusting the tension to fit.
    Embellish around the cabochon with seed beads, adding depth and contrast.
    Finalize the pendant by adding rondelles and creating a loop with seed beads for attachment.