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Star Beaded Bead Tutorial

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This tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Pretty Beaded Beads using 11/0 seed beads, 8 4mm crystal bicones, and any 4 6mm round beads you chose. This is quick and easy, and will allow you to make your own unique beads!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Garnet Lined Ruby AB 11/0

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  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Picasso Opaque Canary Yellow 8/0

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  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle Beads - Metallic Sky / Montana AB 3x4mm | Pack of 100

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Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Star Beaded Bead Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
Potomac Crystal Rondelles 3x4mm - Metallic Sky
Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Cranberry Lined Peridot AB, ~1 Gram
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Garnet Lined Ruby AB, ~1 Gram
Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Picasso Canary Yellow Matte, ~1 Gram

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Start with a Circle: Thread five 11/0 seed beads and form a circle.
Add Layers: Incorporate 15/0, 11/0, and 8/0 seed beads around the circle to begin shaping the sphere.
Insert Crystals: Place a crystal rondelle between each set of 8/0 beads, adding sparkle.
Expand the Sphere: Repeat the beading pattern on the opposite side to mirror the first half and complete the sphere.
Finishing Touches: Secure the thread with knots and trim excess.

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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

This tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Pretty Beaded Beads using 11/0 seed beads, 8 4mm crystal bicones, and any 4 6mm round beads you chose. This is quick and easy, and will allow you to make your own unique beads!

Designer's Material List

The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
Potomac Crystal Rondelles 3x4mm - Metallic Sky
Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Cranberry Lined Peridot AB, ~1 Gram
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Garnet Lined Ruby AB, ~1 Gram
Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Picasso Canary Yellow Matte, ~1 Gram

Project Steps

Start with a Circle: Thread five 11/0 seed beads and form a circle.
Add Layers: Incorporate 15/0, 11/0, and 8/0 seed beads around the circle to begin shaping the sphere.
Insert Crystals: Place a crystal rondelle between each set of 8/0 beads, adding sparkle.
Expand the Sphere: Repeat the beading pattern on the opposite side to mirror the first half and complete the sphere.
Finishing Touches: Secure the thread with knots and trim excess.