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TearDrop Craw Pendant Tutorial

The TearDrop CRAW Pendant Tutorial is an advanced beadweaving guide focused on creating a stunning teardrop-shaped pendant using Cubic Right Angle Weave (CRAW) and crystal embellishments. The tutorial walks you through each phase of the project—building the foundational CRAW units, shaping the pendant into a teardrop form, adding bezeling and embellishments, and finishing with a decorative loop for hanging. Ideal for those already familiar with CRAW, this tutorial emphasizes structure, symmetry, and customization. It also demonstrates how to adapt the design for earrings and discusses thread path strategies to create a clean and polished final piece.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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  • Potomac Crystal Pear Drop Stones - Siam 13x18mm | Pack of 2

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  • Potomac Crystal Round Beads - Crystal Labrador 2mm | Pack of 150

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  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Semi-Frosted Slate Blue Lined Gray 11/0

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  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Labrador Full 15/0

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  • Potomac Crystal Round Beads - Garnet AB 3mm | Pack of 120

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  • Lobster Clasps 10mm Silver Plating | Pack of 10

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  • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium Real Silver Plated Stainless Steel | Pack of 100

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Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

TearDrop Craw Pendant Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Pear Drop Stones - Siam 13x18mm, 1 Piece
  • Potomac Crystal Round Beads - Crystal Labrador 2mm, 22 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Round Beads - Garnet AB 3mm, 8 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Semi-Frosted Slate Blue Lined Gray 11/0, ~4 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Labrador Full 15/0, ~2 Grams
  • Lobster Clasps 10mm Silver Plated, 1 Piece
  • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium RealSilver Plated Stainless Steel, 2 Pieces

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Build the First CRAW Unit: Start with 3 × 11/0 seed beads + 1 crystal. Thread all beads, form a circle, and reinforce. Begin Cubic Right Angle Weave (CRAW): Add 3 seed beads to each side, connecting to shared beads from the previous wall. Repeat until 4 sides are built around the initial unit. Continue CRAW Units in a Line: Build a straight line using CRAW with 11/0s and crystals. Each unit adds 3 seed beads, sharing from the previous unit. The final bead in each unit is a crystal. Continue until you have 10 crystal units on one side. Create the “V” Shape (Teardrop Point): Build a unit starting with a crystal, then add 2 × 11/0s. Form a CRAW unit as usual—this creates the pendant’s pointed tip. Begin working down the opposite side, mirroring the crystal count. Complete the Teardrop Frame: Continue CRAW down the second side until you have 21 crystals total. Connect the two ends together using CRAW, reinforcing each joint. At the final join, stitch around connecting 11/0s and crystals to complete the frame. Add the Bezel: From one side (front), add 15/0 seed beads between 11/0s. Skip 1 gap at the bottom center to create a secure bezel opening. Flip to the back and repeat with 15/0s—but do not skip any gaps. Add a Second Round of Bezeling: On the back, add another round of 15/0s between existing 15/0s. At the top, skip one bead and add 2 × 15/0s for spacing. Now return to the front and repeat a second round. Insert the Crystal: Place your teardrop or focal crystal inside. The layered 15/0s should hold it snugly in place. Adjust tension as needed; add more rows if loose. Embellish Outer Edge: On the front, between each 11/0 around the edge, add 2 × 15/0s. At the very top point, add only 1 × 15/0. Make the Hanging Loop: Exit from the topmost 11/0 bead. Pick up: 1 × 15/0, 1 × 2mm round, 7 × 15/0s. Loop back into the same 11/0 to form a bail. Reinforce the loop 2–3 times. Attach to Necklace (Optional): String a necklace using seed beads and crystals in a pattern. Thread a crystal → through the loop → another crystal to anchor the pendant in place. Finish with a clasp or adjustable closure.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
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    • Plastic Caliper Tool - White
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    • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
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    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
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    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
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    TearDrop Craw Pendant Tutorial
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    Item Description

    The TearDrop CRAW Pendant Tutorial is an advanced beadweaving guide focused on creating a stunning teardrop-shaped pendant using Cubic Right Angle Weave (CRAW) and crystal embellishments. The tutorial walks you through each phase of the project—building the foundational CRAW units, shaping the pendant into a teardrop form, adding bezeling and embellishments, and finishing with a decorative loop for hanging. Ideal for those already familiar with CRAW, this tutorial emphasizes structure, symmetry, and customization. It also demonstrates how to adapt the design for earrings and discusses thread path strategies to create a clean and polished final piece.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Pear Drop Stones - Siam 13x18mm, 1 Piece
  • Potomac Crystal Round Beads - Crystal Labrador 2mm, 22 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Round Beads - Garnet AB 3mm, 8 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Semi-Frosted Slate Blue Lined Gray 11/0, ~4 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Labrador Full 15/0, ~2 Grams
  • Lobster Clasps 10mm Silver Plated, 1 Piece
  • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium RealSilver Plated Stainless Steel, 2 Pieces

    • Project Steps

    Build the First CRAW Unit: Start with 3 × 11/0 seed beads + 1 crystal. Thread all beads, form a circle, and reinforce. Begin Cubic Right Angle Weave (CRAW): Add 3 seed beads to each side, connecting to shared beads from the previous wall. Repeat until 4 sides are built around the initial unit. Continue CRAW Units in a Line: Build a straight line using CRAW with 11/0s and crystals. Each unit adds 3 seed beads, sharing from the previous unit. The final bead in each unit is a crystal. Continue until you have 10 crystal units on one side. Create the “V” Shape (Teardrop Point): Build a unit starting with a crystal, then add 2 × 11/0s. Form a CRAW unit as usual—this creates the pendant’s pointed tip. Begin working down the opposite side, mirroring the crystal count. Complete the Teardrop Frame: Continue CRAW down the second side until you have 21 crystals total. Connect the two ends together using CRAW, reinforcing each joint. At the final join, stitch around connecting 11/0s and crystals to complete the frame. Add the Bezel: From one side (front), add 15/0 seed beads between 11/0s. Skip 1 gap at the bottom center to create a secure bezel opening. Flip to the back and repeat with 15/0s—but do not skip any gaps. Add a Second Round of Bezeling: On the back, add another round of 15/0s between existing 15/0s. At the top, skip one bead and add 2 × 15/0s for spacing. Now return to the front and repeat a second round. Insert the Crystal: Place your teardrop or focal crystal inside. The layered 15/0s should hold it snugly in place. Adjust tension as needed; add more rows if loose. Embellish Outer Edge: On the front, between each 11/0 around the edge, add 2 × 15/0s. At the very top point, add only 1 × 15/0. Make the Hanging Loop: Exit from the topmost 11/0 bead. Pick up: 1 × 15/0, 1 × 2mm round, 7 × 15/0s. Loop back into the same 11/0 to form a bail. Reinforce the loop 2–3 times. Attach to Necklace (Optional): String a necklace using seed beads and crystals in a pattern. Thread a crystal → through the loop → another crystal to anchor the pendant in place. Finish with a clasp or adjustable closure.