Mandala Moon Pendant Tutorial

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Create a stunning Mandala Moon Pendant with this easy-to-follow DIY jewelry-making tutorial by PotomacBeads. Using a 24mm Lunasoft cabochon, RounDuo mini beads, Miyuki seed beads in 8/0, 11/0, 15/0 sizes, and Potomac pearls, you will learn how to bezel a cabochon with a delicate netting stitch. Perfect for beginners and advanced beaders alike, this project adds an artistic and creative touch to your jewelry collection. Get the full list of materials and make your own Mandala Moon Pendant today!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Mandala Moon Pendant Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • BeadTec Lunasoft Cabochons - Round Sky Blue 24mm, 1 piece
  • RounDuo Mini Beads - White Blue Luster 4mm, 12 beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Silver 8/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Light Sapphire 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Potomac Pearls - Cream Rose 2mm, 24 beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Silver 15/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather materials: Round Duo Minis, 11/0, 15/0, 8/0 seed beads, 2mm pearls, 24mm Lunasoft cabochon. Create the base: String six Round Duo Minis with 8/0 seed beads between them. Tie into a loop. Add a second row: Add another row of Round Duo Minis with 8/0 beads between the second holes. Start the netting: Between each bead, add 2 15/0, 2 11/0, 1 pearl, 2 11/0, 2 15/0 beads to form the first layer of netting. Build the bezel: Add additional rows of netting, gradually pulling the beads inward to form a bezel around the cabochon. Secure the cabochon: Insert the Lunasoft cabochon and continue netting around it. Finish the outer edge: Add decorative pearls and seed beads around the outer edge. Create the bail: Add 12 11/0 seed beads and attach them across the top to create a loop for stringing the pendant. Reinforce and finish: Reinforce the entire piece by going through the beads again. Tie off and cut any remaining thread.

    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?

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

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    Create a stunning Mandala Moon Pendant with this easy-to-follow DIY jewelry-making tutorial by PotomacBeads. Using a 24mm Lunasoft cabochon, RounDuo mini beads, Miyuki seed beads in 8/0, 11/0, 15/0 sizes, and Potomac pearls, you will learn how to bezel a cabochon with a delicate netting stitch. Perfect for beginners and advanced beaders alike, this project adds an artistic and creative touch to your jewelry collection. Get the full list of materials and make your own Mandala Moon Pendant today!

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • BeadTec Lunasoft Cabochons - Round Sky Blue 24mm, 1 piece
  • RounDuo Mini Beads - White Blue Luster 4mm, 12 beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Silver 8/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Light Sapphire 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Potomac Pearls - Cream Rose 2mm, 24 beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Silver 15/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Project Steps

    Gather materials: Round Duo Minis, 11/0, 15/0, 8/0 seed beads, 2mm pearls, 24mm Lunasoft cabochon. Create the base: String six Round Duo Minis with 8/0 seed beads between them. Tie into a loop. Add a second row: Add another row of Round Duo Minis with 8/0 beads between the second holes. Start the netting: Between each bead, add 2 15/0, 2 11/0, 1 pearl, 2 11/0, 2 15/0 beads to form the first layer of netting. Build the bezel: Add additional rows of netting, gradually pulling the beads inward to form a bezel around the cabochon. Secure the cabochon: Insert the Lunasoft cabochon and continue netting around it. Finish the outer edge: Add decorative pearls and seed beads around the outer edge. Create the bail: Add 12 11/0 seed beads and attach them across the top to create a loop for stringing the pendant. Reinforce and finish: Reinforce the entire piece by going through the beads again. Tie off and cut any remaining thread.