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Lotus Flower Pendant Tutorial

In this video tutorial from Potomac Bead Company, Allie teaches you how to make her quick and easy "Lotus Flower" earrings using brick stitch on a filigree enameled brass element. Find a list of supplies used in this project in the description below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Lotus Flower Pendant Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Filigree Enameled Brass Element (24mm, blush color)
  • 11/0 TOHO Seed Beads (PermaFinish Peach Coral)
  • Freshwater Pearls (3 small per earring)
  • 2mm Glass Pearls
  • 15/0 Seed Beads (DuraCoat Galvanized Champagne)
  • Wildfire Beading Thread (Gray, .006)
  • Size 12 Beading Needle
  • Ear Wires
  • Tools: Thread Burner, Needle Nose Plier
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather all materials listed above.
    Tie Thread to Filigree Disk: Securely tie the beading thread to the filigree disk.
    Start Brick Stitch: Begin with two 11/0 seed beads, attaching them to the filigree using the brick stitch technique.
    Continue Brick Stitch: Add beads around the filigree disk, ensuring they sit next to each other without overcrowding.
    Add Pearls and 15/0 Beads: Integrate pearls and 15/0 seed beads between the 11/0 beads for a lacy effect.
    Create the Fringe: Utilize a combination of 11/0 seed beads and pearls to form the earring's fringe.
    Attach Ear Wires: Finish the earrings by adding ear wires.
    Repeat for Second Earring: Follow the same steps to create the second earring.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    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"
    Lotus Flower Pendant Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    In this video tutorial from Potomac Bead Company, Allie teaches you how to make her quick and easy "Lotus Flower" earrings using brick stitch on a filigree enameled brass element. Find a list of supplies used in this project in the description below.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Filigree Enameled Brass Element (24mm, blush color)
  • 11/0 TOHO Seed Beads (PermaFinish Peach Coral)
  • Freshwater Pearls (3 small per earring)
  • 2mm Glass Pearls
  • 15/0 Seed Beads (DuraCoat Galvanized Champagne)
  • Wildfire Beading Thread (Gray, .006)
  • Size 12 Beading Needle
  • Ear Wires
  • Tools: Thread Burner, Needle Nose Plier
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather all materials listed above.
    Tie Thread to Filigree Disk: Securely tie the beading thread to the filigree disk.
    Start Brick Stitch: Begin with two 11/0 seed beads, attaching them to the filigree using the brick stitch technique.
    Continue Brick Stitch: Add beads around the filigree disk, ensuring they sit next to each other without overcrowding.
    Add Pearls and 15/0 Beads: Integrate pearls and 15/0 seed beads between the 11/0 beads for a lacy effect.
    Create the Fringe: Utilize a combination of 11/0 seed beads and pearls to form the earring's fringe.
    Attach Ear Wires: Finish the earrings by adding ear wires.
    Repeat for Second Earring: Follow the same steps to create the second earring.