Winter Blues Pendant Tutorial

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  • Winter Blues Pendant - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
The Winter Blues Pendant was designed especially for subscribers to December's Best Bead Box and Best Bead Box XL by Anna Tonnesen, the curator of the boxes. This simple, yet beautiful beaded pendant uses RounDuo® Mini Beads to create a netting with Miyuki Seed Beads. Make it as shown as a pendant, or change it up, add ear wires and you have a pair of earrings.

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Materials Used To make The  Project

Designer's Material List

The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • RounDuo® Mini - Jet Antique Chrome, 18 Beads
  • RounDuo® Mini - Metallic Sea Blue, 9 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Bead 15/0 - Seafoam Lined Crystal AB, ~ 1 Gram
  • Step-By-Step Instructions

    Start with a Two-Needle Right Angle Weave Stitch: Using RounDuo® Mini Beads, begin the base of the pendant with a two-needle right angle weave stitch.
    Add Embellishments: Incorporate Miyuki Seed Beads between the RounDuo® Minis to create a detailed netting around the pendant.
    Complete the Circle: Join the ends of your beadwork to form a complete circle, preparing it for the outer embellishments.
    Outer Embellishments: Add additional seed beads around the outer edge of the pendant for a decorative finish.
    Create a Bail: Use seed beads to create a simple loop at the top of the pendant for hanging.
    Final Touches: Secure the thread ends and trim any excess to complete your Winter Blues Pendant.

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