Pattern - Thistle Pendant

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In this beautiful Thistle Pendant, Allie uses a Peyote Stitch to bezel around a 14mm Potomac Crystal Rivoli before adding simple seed bead petals to fill out the design. Grab your Miyuki Seed Beads in 15/0, Delicas in 11/0 and 15/0 (new to PotomacBeads.com) and come create this stunning project that is perfect for beginning beaders.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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Pattern - Thistle Pendant

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Prepare Materials: Gather all materials listed above. Start Peyote Bezel: Begin with a Peyote Stitch bezel using 11/0 Delicas, creating a loop to encase the Rivoli. Secure Rivoli: Place the Rivoli within the bezel, securing it with additional rows of 15/0 Delicas. Add Petals: Using a mix of 15/0 and 11/0 Delicas, start adding petals around the Rivoli to form the thistle design. Expand Design: Continue adding petals in layers to achieve the desired fullness and design complexity. Final Adjustments: Make any necessary adjustments to secure the Rivoli and ensure the petals are evenly distributed. Finish Off: Tie off and cut any excess thread, completing your Thistle Pendant.

Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
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In this beautiful Thistle Pendant, Allie uses a Peyote Stitch to bezel around a 14mm Potomac Crystal Rivoli before adding simple seed bead petals to fill out the design. Grab your Miyuki Seed Beads in 15/0, Delicas in 11/0 and 15/0 (new to PotomacBeads.com) and come create this stunning project that is perfect for beginning beaders.

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Project Steps

Prepare Materials: Gather all materials listed above. Start Peyote Bezel: Begin with a Peyote Stitch bezel using 11/0 Delicas, creating a loop to encase the Rivoli. Secure Rivoli: Place the Rivoli within the bezel, securing it with additional rows of 15/0 Delicas. Add Petals: Using a mix of 15/0 and 11/0 Delicas, start adding petals around the Rivoli to form the thistle design. Expand Design: Continue adding petals in layers to achieve the desired fullness and design complexity. Final Adjustments: Make any necessary adjustments to secure the Rivoli and ensure the petals are evenly distributed. Finish Off: Tie off and cut any excess thread, completing your Thistle Pendant.