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Tila Donut Tutorial

Create your own stunning Tila Donut Pendant with this DIY jewelry-making tutorial! Using Miyuki Tila beads, 11/0 seed beads, and 3mm glass pearls, this video walks you through each step to craft a beautiful layered pendant, perfect for personal wear or gifts. Watch as we demonstrate key beading techniques, from component assembly to threading and knotting. Make your artistic creation come to life with simple, elegant beading methods that add a unique style to your jewelry collection!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Tila Donut Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Miyuki Tila Beads
  • Miyuki 11/0 Seed Beads
  • 3mm Glass Pearls or Czech Glass
  • Beading Thread (Wildfire recommended)
  • Beading Needles
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Begin by stringing Tila beads and 11/0 seed beads, alternating between them and forming a circle.
    Create six floral Tila bead components, combining Tila beads with 3mm Czech glass beads and 11/0 seed beads.
    Assemble the components, sewing them together to form the pendant's donut shape.
    Craft a decorative bail for the pendant using additional beads for an elegant touch.
    Secure and tie off threads to ensure the durability and neatness of your pendant.

    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"
    Tila Donut Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Create your own stunning Tila Donut Pendant with this DIY jewelry-making tutorial! Using Miyuki Tila beads, 11/0 seed beads, and 3mm glass pearls, this video walks you through each step to craft a beautiful layered pendant, perfect for personal wear or gifts. Watch as we demonstrate key beading techniques, from component assembly to threading and knotting. Make your artistic creation come to life with simple, elegant beading methods that add a unique style to your jewelry collection!

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Miyuki Tila Beads
  • Miyuki 11/0 Seed Beads
  • 3mm Glass Pearls or Czech Glass
  • Beading Thread (Wildfire recommended)
  • Beading Needles
  • Project Steps

    Begin by stringing Tila beads and 11/0 seed beads, alternating between them and forming a circle.
    Create six floral Tila bead components, combining Tila beads with 3mm Czech glass beads and 11/0 seed beads.
    Assemble the components, sewing them together to form the pendant's donut shape.
    Craft a decorative bail for the pendant using additional beads for an elegant touch.
    Secure and tie off threads to ensure the durability and neatness of your pendant.