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Holly Berry Component Tutorial

With square stitch weaving together 2-Hole Cabochon Beads, Miyuki Seed Beads, and Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, you'll bring the "magic" of Christmas to life in each Holly Berry Component that you craft. Whether you make the artistic decision to transform the component into an earring, a pin, a broach, as well as linking them hand in hand for a necklace or bracelet, there is fun to be had with this versatile design. Allie will have you decking the halls with boughs of holly in no time with her easy-to-follow tutorial, a perfect fit for the season of Christmas! Technique Learned: Square Stitch

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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  • Cabochon Beads 6mm - Opaque Red Shimmer

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  • DB0275 Miyuki Delica Beads Lined Emerald Luster Size 11/0

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  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Frosted Opaque Glaze Rainbow Green 11/0

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  • Pattern - holly berry component

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Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Holly Berry Component Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Cabochon Beads 6mm - Opaque Red Shimmer, 3 Beads
  • Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Lined Emerald Luster, 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Frosted Glazed Rainbow Green, 2 Grams
  • Pin Back Clutch Setting 10mm - Silver, (Optional)
  • Ultra Suede - Admiral, 1 inch (Optional)
  • Earring Post Flat Pd 6mm - Stainless Steel, (Optional)

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Start with 2-Hole Cabochon Beads: Arrange three cabochon beads in a triangle, using 11/0 seed beads as spacers. Leaf Creation: Use square stitch weaving to create the leaves, starting with the first leaf and adding Miyuki Delica beads for detail. Join Leaves to Center: Connect each leaf to the central cabochon bead assembly. Embellish Leaves: Add Delica beads to the edges of the leaves for extra detail and texture. Complete the Component: Finish by adding a backing of Ultrasuede or attaching a pin back or earring post, depending on the desired final product.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
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    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
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    Item Description

    With square stitch weaving together 2-Hole Cabochon Beads, Miyuki Seed Beads, and Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, you'll bring the "magic" of Christmas to life in each Holly Berry Component that you craft. Whether you make the artistic decision to transform the component into an earring, a pin, a broach, as well as linking them hand in hand for a necklace or bracelet, there is fun to be had with this versatile design. Allie will have you decking the halls with boughs of holly in no time with her easy-to-follow tutorial, a perfect fit for the season of Christmas! Technique Learned: Square Stitch

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Cabochon Beads 6mm - Opaque Red Shimmer, 3 Beads
  • Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Lined Emerald Luster, 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Frosted Glazed Rainbow Green, 2 Grams
  • Pin Back Clutch Setting 10mm - Silver, (Optional)
  • Ultra Suede - Admiral, 1 inch (Optional)
  • Earring Post Flat Pd 6mm - Stainless Steel, (Optional)

    • Project Steps

    Start with 2-Hole Cabochon Beads: Arrange three cabochon beads in a triangle, using 11/0 seed beads as spacers. Leaf Creation: Use square stitch weaving to create the leaves, starting with the first leaf and adding Miyuki Delica beads for detail. Join Leaves to Center: Connect each leaf to the central cabochon bead assembly. Embellish Leaves: Add Delica beads to the edges of the leaves for extra detail and texture. Complete the Component: Finish by adding a backing of Ultrasuede or attaching a pin back or earring post, depending on the desired final product.