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Chilly Forecast Snowflake Ornament or Pendant Tutorial

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Create your own stunning 'Chilly Forecast Snowflake Pendant' with this detailed DIY tutorial by PotomacBeads! Learn step-by-step how to bead an intricate snowflake design using materials like Potomac Crystal Rivolis, chili beads, RounTrio beads, and Miyuki seed beads. This guide includes detailed tips on threading, bead placement, and building the pendant structure, complete with backing for a polished, durable finish. Perfect for festive decorations or personal jewelry projects, follow along to make your winter ornament shine. Materials and instructions are explained clearly for both beginners and experienced beaders.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Chilly Forecast Snowflake Ornament or Pendant Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Light Sapphire 14mm, 1 bead
  • Chilli Beads - White Alabaster 4x11mm, 40 beads
  • RounTrio Beads - Aluminum Silver | 6mm, 10 beads
  • Potomac Crystal Round Beads - Light Sapphire AB 2mm, 15 beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Crystal Vitrail 11/0, 7 grams
  • BeadTec Embroidery Felt - Gray 4.25"x5.5", 1 piece
  • E6000 Adhesive .18 Fl oz
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Gather Materials: Ensure you have all listed materials and prepare your workspace. Start with Initial Beads: Pick up the first chili bead and thread it as shown, ensuring it faces the correct way. Create First Component: Add seed beads and subsequent chili beads following the pattern described. Join Beads: Link the beads by threading through specified holes and maintain tension. Form the Complete Design: Create and attach five components together in a circular pattern using RounTrio beads. Add Reinforcement: Sew through beads and add adhesive backing for structure. Final Decoration and Loop: Add decorative seed beads around the felt backing and attach a wire loop for hanging. Finish and Secure: Tie off the thread, hide knots, and ensure the piece is ready for use as a pendant or ornament.

    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"
    Chilly Forecast Snowflake Ornament or Pendant Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Create your own stunning 'Chilly Forecast Snowflake Pendant' with this detailed DIY tutorial by PotomacBeads! Learn step-by-step how to bead an intricate snowflake design using materials like Potomac Crystal Rivolis, chili beads, RounTrio beads, and Miyuki seed beads. This guide includes detailed tips on threading, bead placement, and building the pendant structure, complete with backing for a polished, durable finish. Perfect for festive decorations or personal jewelry projects, follow along to make your winter ornament shine. Materials and instructions are explained clearly for both beginners and experienced beaders.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Light Sapphire 14mm, 1 bead
  • Chilli Beads - White Alabaster 4x11mm, 40 beads
  • RounTrio Beads - Aluminum Silver | 6mm, 10 beads
  • Potomac Crystal Round Beads - Light Sapphire AB 2mm, 15 beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Crystal Vitrail 11/0, 7 grams
  • BeadTec Embroidery Felt - Gray 4.25"x5.5", 1 piece
  • E6000 Adhesive .18 Fl oz
  • Project Steps

    Gather Materials: Ensure you have all listed materials and prepare your workspace. Start with Initial Beads: Pick up the first chili bead and thread it as shown, ensuring it faces the correct way. Create First Component: Add seed beads and subsequent chili beads following the pattern described. Join Beads: Link the beads by threading through specified holes and maintain tension. Form the Complete Design: Create and attach five components together in a circular pattern using RounTrio beads. Add Reinforcement: Sew through beads and add adhesive backing for structure. Final Decoration and Loop: Add decorative seed beads around the felt backing and attach a wire loop for hanging. Finish and Secure: Tie off the thread, hide knots, and ensure the piece is ready for use as a pendant or ornament.