Cup Chain Rivoli Pendant Tutorial

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This video tutorial from The PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Allie & Anna's "Cup Chain Rivoli Pendant" design, using Miyuki seed beads, Preciosa cup chain, and a rivoli crystal. Find more information and links for all of these products below by clicking "show more."

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Cup Chain Rivoli Pendant Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 14mm - Fractal Peridot
Miyuki Bugle 3mm - Matte Black AB
Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Matte Opaque Cobalt
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Pale Sapphire AB
Cup Chain - SS12

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Start with a right angle weave using 11/0 seed beads and 3mm bugle beads to create a base for the cup chain.
Use peyote stitch to create a bezel for the rivoli, incorporating Delica beads for a tighter fit.
Integrate the cup chain around the bezel base using the right angle weave framework.
Secure the rivoli within the bezel by adding additional rows of Delica beads and tightening the structure.
Create a custom bail using bugle beads with a ladder stitch for attaching the pendant to a chain.
Finish by weaving in and trimming any excess thread, securing the pendant's structure.

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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Item Description

This video tutorial from The PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Allie & Anna's "Cup Chain Rivoli Pendant" design, using Miyuki seed beads, Preciosa cup chain, and a rivoli crystal. Find more information and links for all of these products below by clicking "show more."

Designer's Material List

The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 14mm - Fractal Peridot
Miyuki Bugle 3mm - Matte Black AB
Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Matte Opaque Cobalt
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Pale Sapphire AB
Cup Chain - SS12

Project Steps

Start with a right angle weave using 11/0 seed beads and 3mm bugle beads to create a base for the cup chain.
Use peyote stitch to create a bezel for the rivoli, incorporating Delica beads for a tighter fit.
Integrate the cup chain around the bezel base using the right angle weave framework.
Secure the rivoli within the bezel by adding additional rows of Delica beads and tightening the structure.
Create a custom bail using bugle beads with a ladder stitch for attaching the pendant to a chain.
Finish by weaving in and trimming any excess thread, securing the pendant's structure.