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Rising Sun Pendant Tutorial

Curb those winter blues with this radiant Rising Sun Pendant! Designer Bridgette centers a radiant 25mm Glass Cabochon and uses BowTrio®, SuperDuo®, Halo® for SuperDuo®, Potomac Crystal Disco Balls, and Miyuki Seed Beads as rays for this stunning piece. This dazzling pendant is just what you need to add some light and warmth to your day. Gather your materials and chase the sun with us!. Technique Learned: Freeform

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Rising Sun Pendant Tutorial
The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Pendant Cabochon Setting 25mm - Brass, ~1 Piece
  • Glass Cabochon 25mm - Mandala Sundial, ~1 Piece
  • Potomax Halo® Beads for SuperDuo® - Antique Brass, ~4 Pieces
  • SuperDuo® Beads - Lava Red, ~9 Pieces
  • BowTrio Beads - Antique Brass, ~10 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Disco Balls 6mm - Apricot AB, ~4 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Pink Blush, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Pink Blush, ~1 Gram
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather your materials and prepare your workspace.
    Thread your needle with a comfortable length of beading thread.
    Start with the basic stitch technique, adding beads according to the pattern.
    Follow the tutorial closely to ensure each bead is placed correctly.
    Secure the ends with knots and add a clasp for finishing.
    Explore variations to customize your design.

    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"
    Rising Sun Pendant Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Curb those winter blues with this radiant Rising Sun Pendant! Designer Bridgette centers a radiant 25mm Glass Cabochon and uses BowTrio®, SuperDuo®, Halo® for SuperDuo®, Potomac Crystal Disco Balls, and Miyuki Seed Beads as rays for this stunning piece. This dazzling pendant is just what you need to add some light and warmth to your day. Gather your materials and chase the sun with us!. Technique Learned: Freeform

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Pendant Cabochon Setting 25mm - Brass, ~1 Piece
  • Glass Cabochon 25mm - Mandala Sundial, ~1 Piece
  • Potomax Halo® Beads for SuperDuo® - Antique Brass, ~4 Pieces
  • SuperDuo® Beads - Lava Red, ~9 Pieces
  • BowTrio Beads - Antique Brass, ~10 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Disco Balls 6mm - Apricot AB, ~4 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Pink Blush, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Pink Blush, ~1 Gram
  • Project Steps

    Gather your materials and prepare your workspace.
    Thread your needle with a comfortable length of beading thread.
    Start with the basic stitch technique, adding beads according to the pattern.
    Follow the tutorial closely to ensure each bead is placed correctly.
    Secure the ends with knots and add a clasp for finishing.
    Explore variations to customize your design.