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O Bead Rivoli Bezel Tutorial

This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to bezel around a 14mm crystal rivoli using Miyuki 11/0 delicas, 15/0 seed beads, Czech O beads, .006 WildFire thread, and a size 10 beading needle. These can be made into pendants, earrings, beads, and more!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

O Bead Rivoli Bezel Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 14mm - Topaz
O Beads - Crystal Sliperit
Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Silver Lined Crystal
Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Metallic Gold Iris

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Preparing the Bezel Base: Start with a brick stitch to create a base around the crystal rivoli. Use Miyuki 11/0 delicas for a tight fit.
Tightening the Bezel: Switch to peyote stitch using 11/0 delicas, followed by 15/0 seed beads to tighten the bezel around the rivoli.
Adding Decoration: Incorporate O beads and 15/0 seed beads around the outer edge of the bezel for an ornamental look.
Creating the Bail: Use peyote stitch to create a loop at the top of the bezel for the pendant's bail.
Finishing Touches: Complete the piece by weaving in any loose threads and attaching the pendant to your choice of necklace.

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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  • 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"
O Bead Rivoli Bezel Tutorial
PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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Item Description

This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to bezel around a 14mm crystal rivoli using Miyuki 11/0 delicas, 15/0 seed beads, Czech O beads, .006 WildFire thread, and a size 10 beading needle. These can be made into pendants, earrings, beads, and more!

Designer's Material List

The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 14mm - Topaz
O Beads - Crystal Sliperit
Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Silver Lined Crystal
Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Metallic Gold Iris

Project Steps

Preparing the Bezel Base: Start with a brick stitch to create a base around the crystal rivoli. Use Miyuki 11/0 delicas for a tight fit.
Tightening the Bezel: Switch to peyote stitch using 11/0 delicas, followed by 15/0 seed beads to tighten the bezel around the rivoli.
Adding Decoration: Incorporate O beads and 15/0 seed beads around the outer edge of the bezel for an ornamental look.
Creating the Bail: Use peyote stitch to create a loop at the top of the bezel for the pendant's bail.
Finishing Touches: Complete the piece by weaving in any loose threads and attaching the pendant to your choice of necklace.