Basic Variation:
Start with a stop bead and string four 11/0 seed beads. Skip the last two beads, loop back through the first two to form a circle. Add a 15/0 bead as a tip, then a larger 8/0 bead for structure. Continue adding sets of four 11/0 beads, alternating with single 15/0 and 8/0 beads, until desired length.
Second Variation:
Follow the basic steps but reverse the process for the second half of the stitch to create a uniform angle across the design.
Third Variation:
Similar to the first variation but uses only two types of beads (11/0 and drops or fire-polished beads) for a symmetrical look.