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Firestorm Necklace Tutorial

In this video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company, Allie Buchman teaches you how to make Anna Bawden's "Firestorm Necklace" design. This design won 12th place in the 2017 Potomac Bead Company design challenge. Find a list of supplies here in the video description:

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Firestorm Necklace Tutorial
The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Potomac Bead Company's Disc Duos
  • MiniDuo Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0, 15/0
  • Potomac Crystal Rose Montees - Aqua | SS20
  • Aminos Beads
  • Wildfire Beading Thread (0.006)
  • Size 10 or 12 Beading Needle
  • Thread Zap II
  • Cup Button for closure
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all beads, thread, needle, and tools as listed in the materials section.
    Start the First Component: Follow the video to create the base of the necklace using Disc Duos, MiniDuo beads, and Miyuki seed beads, forming the central piece of the necklace.
    Assemble Components: Link multiple components together as shown to extend the necklace design.
    Create Chain Effect: Use Aminos beads and 11/0 seed beads to create a chain effect connecting the components.
    Finishing Touches: Complete the necklace with a loop of 11/0 seed beads for the button closure.
    Closure: Attach a cup button to one end as a closure mechanism, ensuring the loop fits snugly over the button.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
    • 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"
    Firestorm Necklace Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    In this video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company, Allie Buchman teaches you how to make Anna Bawden's "Firestorm Necklace" design. This design won 12th place in the 2017 Potomac Bead Company design challenge. Find a list of supplies here in the video description:

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Potomac Bead Company's Disc Duos
  • MiniDuo Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0, 15/0
  • Potomac Crystal Rose Montees - Aqua | SS20
  • Aminos Beads
  • Wildfire Beading Thread (0.006)
  • Size 10 or 12 Beading Needle
  • Thread Zap II
  • Cup Button for closure
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Gather all beads, thread, needle, and tools as listed in the materials section.
    Start the First Component: Follow the video to create the base of the necklace using Disc Duos, MiniDuo beads, and Miyuki seed beads, forming the central piece of the necklace.
    Assemble Components: Link multiple components together as shown to extend the necklace design.
    Create Chain Effect: Use Aminos beads and 11/0 seed beads to create a chain effect connecting the components.
    Finishing Touches: Complete the necklace with a loop of 11/0 seed beads for the button closure.
    Closure: Attach a cup button to one end as a closure mechanism, ensuring the loop fits snugly over the button.