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Baroque Tassel Cap Tutorial

How much did you love those stunning Crystallized Earrings from last week? Here's the Baroque Tassel Cap to finish that look! These two components can be used together or separately for a look that embodies ornate European beauty. Technique Learned:
  • Right Angle Weave
  • Netting
  • Peyote
  • Step 1: Choose Your Materials

    Step 2: Watch the 
    Video Tutorial

    Baroque Tassel Cap Tutorial
    The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Bicones 3mm - Crystal AB, ~20 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Bicones 3mm - Garnet AB, ~20 Pieces
  • RounDuo® Mini - White Shimmer, ~30 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Labrador Full, ~2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Gilt Lined Opal, ~0.5 Grams
  • Silk Tassel 4cm - Light Gray, ~2 Pieces
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Start with Right Angle Weave: Begin by threading RounDuo® Mini Beads and Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0, forming a cross-shaped segment. Create five segments to wrap around the tassel.
    Transition to Peyote Stitch: Switch to peyote stitch, adding 3mm bicones through the top holes of RounDuo® Mini Beads.
    Add Netting: Implement netting above the peyote row, using a combination of 15/0 and 11/0 seed beads.
    Create Fringes: Add fringes below the cap using bicones and seed beads, providing an elegant dangling effect.
    Attach the Tassel: Secure the tassel inside the cap, ensuring it is firmly in place.
    Finalize with a Loop: Complete the cap with a loop at the top for attaching it to jewelry components.

    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"
    Baroque Tassel Cap Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    How much did you love those stunning Crystallized Earrings from last week? Here's the Baroque Tassel Cap to finish that look! These two components can be used together or separately for a look that embodies ornate European beauty. Technique Learned:
  • Right Angle Weave
  • Netting
  • Peyote
  • Designer's Material List

    The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Bicones 3mm - Crystal AB, ~20 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Bicones 3mm - Garnet AB, ~20 Pieces
  • RounDuo® Mini - White Shimmer, ~30 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Labrador Full, ~2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Gilt Lined Opal, ~0.5 Grams
  • Silk Tassel 4cm - Light Gray, ~2 Pieces
  • Project Steps

    Start with Right Angle Weave: Begin by threading RounDuo® Mini Beads and Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0, forming a cross-shaped segment. Create five segments to wrap around the tassel.
    Transition to Peyote Stitch: Switch to peyote stitch, adding 3mm bicones through the top holes of RounDuo® Mini Beads.
    Add Netting: Implement netting above the peyote row, using a combination of 15/0 and 11/0 seed beads.
    Create Fringes: Add fringes below the cap using bicones and seed beads, providing an elegant dangling effect.
    Attach the Tassel: Secure the tassel inside the cap, ensuring it is firmly in place.
    Finalize with a Loop: Complete the cap with a loop at the top for attaching it to jewelry components.