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Funky Eyeglass Lanyard Tutorial

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Use basic techniques to create a not-so-basic eyeglass lanyard! The generous variety of colors and shapes used in this piece will make it a quick and easy eye-catching project. Technique learned: Basic Stringing

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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  • Stoppers for Beads in Jewelry-Making

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  • Athenacast Crimp Tube Beads 2x2mm - Premium Real Silver Plated | Pack of 100

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  • Eyeglass Bands - Silver & Gold Plated Mix Pack

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  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Galvanized Silver 11/0

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  • PotomacBeads Pliers - Diagonal Flush Cutter

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  • PotomacBeads Stainless Steel Beading Cable Wire 7 Strand .018" (10 Meters)

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Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Funky Eyeglass Lanyard Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Eyeglass Bands - Silver & Gold Plated, 2 pieces
  • PotomacBeads Stainless Steel Beading Wire 7 Strand .018" (10 Meters), ~ 40"
  • Crimp Tube Beads 2x2mm - Premium 99.9% Silver Plated, 2 pieces
  • Assorted Beads 3mm - 6mm, ~ 100 beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Galvanized Silver 11/0, ~ 2 grams
  • Bead Stopper, 1 piece
  • PotomacBeads Pliers - Diagonal Flush Cutter

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Learn how to easily make a stylish eyeglass chain in this PotomacBeads tutorial. The Funky Eye Glass Lanyard is a fun project for Czech glass and a stylish way to keep your glasses at hand. 1. Cut a 30-inch length of stainless-steel beading wire. Put a bead stopper at the end of the wire, leaving a little bit of a tail. Choose a bead that you can fit the wire through twice and put that bead onto the end. 2. Watch the Funky Eye Glass Lanyard tutorial to follow along with Anna as she shares some tips and tricks with you to create your own unique eyeglass chain. 3. Pick up a crimp bead and 7 seed beads. Bring the wire through one side of the eyeglass holder. Take the end of the wire back through the crimp bead and the last bead in the pattern. Pull the seed beads into a loop and use pliers to squeeze the crimp bead shut. Repeat on the other side. The Funky Eyeglass Lanyard is a fun way to show off your style while keeping your glasses secure around your neck. You can find a great selection of Czech glass and supplies at PotomacBeads.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
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    Beading Mat - Beading Design Mat
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    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers
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    Item Description

    Use basic techniques to create a not-so-basic eyeglass lanyard! The generous variety of colors and shapes used in this piece will make it a quick and easy eye-catching project. Technique learned: Basic Stringing

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Eyeglass Bands - Silver & Gold Plated, 2 pieces
  • PotomacBeads Stainless Steel Beading Wire 7 Strand .018" (10 Meters), ~ 40"
  • Crimp Tube Beads 2x2mm - Premium 99.9% Silver Plated, 2 pieces
  • Assorted Beads 3mm - 6mm, ~ 100 beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Galvanized Silver 11/0, ~ 2 grams
  • Bead Stopper, 1 piece
  • PotomacBeads Pliers - Diagonal Flush Cutter

    • Project Steps

    Learn how to easily make a stylish eyeglass chain in this PotomacBeads tutorial. The Funky Eye Glass Lanyard is a fun project for Czech glass and a stylish way to keep your glasses at hand. 1. Cut a 30-inch length of stainless-steel beading wire. Put a bead stopper at the end of the wire, leaving a little bit of a tail. Choose a bead that you can fit the wire through twice and put that bead onto the end. 2. Watch the Funky Eye Glass Lanyard tutorial to follow along with Anna as she shares some tips and tricks with you to create your own unique eyeglass chain. 3. Pick up a crimp bead and 7 seed beads. Bring the wire through one side of the eyeglass holder. Take the end of the wire back through the crimp bead and the last bead in the pattern. Pull the seed beads into a loop and use pliers to squeeze the crimp bead shut. Repeat on the other side. The Funky Eyeglass Lanyard is a fun way to show off your style while keeping your glasses secure around your neck. You can find a great selection of Czech glass and supplies at PotomacBeads.