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Peyote Graduated Fan Necklace Tutorial

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Learn how to create a modern necklace using a variety of seed bead sizes and shapes including two sizes of Delica beads and 2 sizes of round Miyuki seed beads. Learn how to graduate both the peyote stitch as well as the fan of fringe that hangs from the bottom of the design. Make this a full collar necklace or piece it together like the video with wire guards and knotting cord.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Peyote Graduated Fan Necklace Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Montana Blue Gold Luster 15/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Delica Beads Silver Lined Root Beer 15/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Delica Beads Lined Cobalt Luster Size 11/0, ~ 2 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Light Bronze 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Translucent Slate 8/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Smoked Topaz AB 2mm, ~ 13 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Montana AB 4mm, ~ 15 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Pear Drop Beads - Blue Green Rainbow, 1 Bead
  • Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium Antique Brass Plated Stainless Steel, 2 Pieces
  • BeadTec Knotting Cord – Brown, ~ 3 Feet
  • Cup Buttons - Metallic Sea Blue, 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Begin with threading a needle with DragonThread, adding a stop bead. Start the peyote stitch using Delica beads, establishing the foundation. Graduate the bead sizes from 15/0 Delica to 11/0, then 8/0 Miyuki seed beads, adding variety in size and color. Introduce fringe using a combination of seed beads and Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads, creating a fan effect. Attach wire guard protectors and knotting cord for the necklace portion. Finish with a loop and button closure for an adjustable and secure fit.

    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"
    Peyote Graduated Fan Necklace Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Learn how to create a modern necklace using a variety of seed bead sizes and shapes including two sizes of Delica beads and 2 sizes of round Miyuki seed beads. Learn how to graduate both the peyote stitch as well as the fan of fringe that hangs from the bottom of the design. Make this a full collar necklace or piece it together like the video with wire guards and knotting cord.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Montana Blue Gold Luster 15/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Delica Beads Silver Lined Root Beer 15/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Delica Beads Lined Cobalt Luster Size 11/0, ~ 2 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Metallic Light Bronze 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Translucent Slate 8/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Smoked Topaz AB 2mm, ~ 13 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Montana AB 4mm, ~ 15 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Pear Drop Beads - Blue Green Rainbow, 1 Bead
  • Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium Antique Brass Plated Stainless Steel, 2 Pieces
  • BeadTec Knotting Cord – Brown, ~ 3 Feet
  • Cup Buttons - Metallic Sea Blue, 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Begin with threading a needle with DragonThread, adding a stop bead. Start the peyote stitch using Delica beads, establishing the foundation. Graduate the bead sizes from 15/0 Delica to 11/0, then 8/0 Miyuki seed beads, adding variety in size and color. Introduce fringe using a combination of seed beads and Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads, creating a fan effect. Attach wire guard protectors and knotting cord for the necklace portion. Finish with a loop and button closure for an adjustable and secure fit.