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Hillside Pendant Tutorial

Visions of lush greenery landscapes will fill your head as you use simple beadweaving skills such as netting and Hubble stitch to accomplish the Hillside Pendant. Not only does the beaded pendant require a simple materials list, but it also incorporates easy beginner stitches. This design makes a great finished product full of vibrant green tones that can be worn forward or backward depending on which side you feel like styling that day! Technique Learned:
  • Netting
  • Hubble Stitch
  • Step 1: Choose Your Materials

    Step 2: Watch the 
    Video Tutorial

    Hillside Pendant Tutorial
    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Resin Rivoli - Opal, 1 Piece
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Galvanized Gold, ~1 Gram
  • Toho Seed Beads - Frosted Metallic Green Iris, ~1 Gram
  • Czech Faceted Round 4mm - Emerald, 9 Beads
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather all materials listed.
    Start with the Hubble stitch using the seed beads and follow the tutorial to create the base of the pendant.
    Add Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 to enhance the design.
    Incorporate Czech Faceted Round Beads 4mm for added dimension.
    Continue adding seed beads around the exterior for a complete bezel.
    Secure the Potomac Crystal Rivoli within the bezel.
    Create a bail for the pendant to be worn as a necklace.
    Finish by tying off the thread ends securely.

    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"
    Hillside Pendant Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Visions of lush greenery landscapes will fill your head as you use simple beadweaving skills such as netting and Hubble stitch to accomplish the Hillside Pendant. Not only does the beaded pendant require a simple materials list, but it also incorporates easy beginner stitches. This design makes a great finished product full of vibrant green tones that can be worn forward or backward depending on which side you feel like styling that day! Technique Learned:
  • Netting
  • Hubble Stitch
  • Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Resin Rivoli - Opal, 1 Piece
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Galvanized Gold, ~1 Gram
  • Toho Seed Beads - Frosted Metallic Green Iris, ~1 Gram
  • Czech Faceted Round 4mm - Emerald, 9 Beads
  • Project Steps

    Gather all materials listed.
    Start with the Hubble stitch using the seed beads and follow the tutorial to create the base of the pendant.
    Add Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 to enhance the design.
    Incorporate Czech Faceted Round Beads 4mm for added dimension.
    Continue adding seed beads around the exterior for a complete bezel.
    Secure the Potomac Crystal Rivoli within the bezel.
    Create a bail for the pendant to be worn as a necklace.
    Finish by tying off the thread ends securely.