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Falling Star Ornament Tutorial

You'll be making memories this holiday season when you and your loved ones hang your handmade Falling Star Ornament on your tree! Gather QuadBow and PieDuo Beads, the newest Czech glass shapes from PotomacBeads, add a few Potomac Crystals to twinkle in the lights, and this heirloom adornment with shine bright all December long!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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  • MiniDuo Beads - Pastel Snow White (Pearl Coat Snow) | 2x4mm | Pack of 190

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  • PieDuo Beads - Aztec Gold | Pack of 50

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  • Potomac Crystal Briolettes - Opal AB 5x8mm | Pack of 25

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  • Potomac Crystal Teardrop Beads - Light Colorado Topaz AB 3x5mm | Pack of 100

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  • QuadBow Beads - White Shimmer | Pack of 20

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Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Falling Star Ornament Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Quadbow - White Shimmer, 6 Pieces
  • PieDuo - Aztec Gold, 6 Pieces
  • MiniDuo - Pastel Snow White, 30 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 5x8mm Opal AB, 6 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone 2mm - Opal AB, 12 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Teardrop 3x5mm - Light Colorado Topaz AB, 13 Pieces
  • Czech Pearl 8mm - Cream Shiny, 1 (optional)
  • Toho Seed Beads 15/0 - Gold Lined Rainbow Crystal, ~1 Gram

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather all beads and tools as listed. Cut a length of beading thread and add a stop bead. Start with QuadBow Beads: Thread six QuadBow beads, alternating with Toho Seed Beads and MiniDuo beads, to form the base circle. Add the Second Layer: Incorporate PieDuo beads between the QuadBow beads, using Toho Seed Beads to secure them in place. Embellish with Crystals: Add Potomac Crystal Briolettes, Bicones, and Teardrops to enhance the ornament's sparkle. Create the Three-Dimensional Effect: Carefully place each bead to ensure the ornament forms a three-dimensional shape. Finish Your Ornament: Add a bail for hanging, secure and trim the thread, and your Falling Star Ornament or Pendant is complete.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
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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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    Item Description

    You'll be making memories this holiday season when you and your loved ones hang your handmade Falling Star Ornament on your tree! Gather QuadBow and PieDuo Beads, the newest Czech glass shapes from PotomacBeads, add a few Potomac Crystals to twinkle in the lights, and this heirloom adornment with shine bright all December long!

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Quadbow - White Shimmer, 6 Pieces
  • PieDuo - Aztec Gold, 6 Pieces
  • MiniDuo - Pastel Snow White, 30 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 5x8mm Opal AB, 6 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone 2mm - Opal AB, 12 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Teardrop 3x5mm - Light Colorado Topaz AB, 13 Pieces
  • Czech Pearl 8mm - Cream Shiny, 1 (optional)
  • Toho Seed Beads 15/0 - Gold Lined Rainbow Crystal, ~1 Gram

    • Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather all beads and tools as listed. Cut a length of beading thread and add a stop bead. Start with QuadBow Beads: Thread six QuadBow beads, alternating with Toho Seed Beads and MiniDuo beads, to form the base circle. Add the Second Layer: Incorporate PieDuo beads between the QuadBow beads, using Toho Seed Beads to secure them in place. Embellish with Crystals: Add Potomac Crystal Briolettes, Bicones, and Teardrops to enhance the ornament's sparkle. Create the Three-Dimensional Effect: Carefully place each bead to ensure the ornament forms a three-dimensional shape. Finish Your Ornament: Add a bail for hanging, secure and trim the thread, and your Falling Star Ornament or Pendant is complete.