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Carrier Bead Covers Tutorial

In this video how-to tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to peyote stitch around Carrier beads, and attach three together to create a pendant/neckalce. Find a list of supplies in the description below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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Step 2: Watch the 
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Carrier Bead Covers Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
Carrier Beads - Jet Full AB
Potomac Crystal Rondelles Beads 3x4mm - Light Tanzanite AB
Czech Pearls 4mm - Green Apple Shiny
Czech Pearls 3mm - Deep Lilac Shiny
Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Berry Lined Light Topaz AB
Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Silver
Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Metallic Frost Green Iris
Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Purple Lined Light Topaz

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Start with a peyote stitch, using a pattern of colors for your strip.
Seam the peyote strip around the carrier bead for a snug fit.
Use headpins to stack carrier beads, adding crystals for embellishment.
Seam up the ends of the peyote stitch to create a seamless cover.
Adjust the cover on the carrier bead to align the pattern.
Finish by stringing the pendant on a necklace, adding crystals and pearls as desired.

Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
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Carrier Bead Covers Tutorial
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Item Description

In this video how-to tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to peyote stitch around Carrier beads, and attach three together to create a pendant/neckalce. Find a list of supplies in the description below.

Designer's Material List

The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
Carrier Beads - Jet Full AB
Potomac Crystal Rondelles Beads 3x4mm - Light Tanzanite AB
Czech Pearls 4mm - Green Apple Shiny
Czech Pearls 3mm - Deep Lilac Shiny
Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Berry Lined Light Topaz AB
Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Silver
Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Metallic Frost Green Iris
Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Purple Lined Light Topaz

Project Steps

Start with a peyote stitch, using a pattern of colors for your strip.
Seam the peyote strip around the carrier bead for a snug fit.
Use headpins to stack carrier beads, adding crystals for embellishment.
Seam up the ends of the peyote stitch to create a seamless cover.
Adjust the cover on the carrier bead to align the pattern.
Finish by stringing the pendant on a necklace, adding crystals and pearls as desired.