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Disc Dial Necklace Tutorial

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This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Allie Buchman & Rene Wilson's "Disc Dial" necklace. This project uses DiscDuo beads at the center of each component, surrounded by seed beads. The center component or pendant also features a 14mm rivoli. You can use each of these components to create earrings, bracelets, and pendants as well.

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Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Disc Dial Necklace Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • DiscDuo beads (14 for the necklace, additional for chain extension)
  • MiniDuo beads in two colors: Roman Rose and Champagne Luster
  • Miyuki 11/0 Seed Beads in Galvanized Apricot and Metallic Bronze
  • 14mm Rivoli Crystal
  • Cup Button for clasp
  • Wildfire beading thread (0.006") and a size 10 beading needle
  • Optional: Super New Glue for securing thread ends
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather all materials and prepare your workspace.
    Begin by creating the pendant: string a 14mm rivoli crystal with seed beads and secure it within a beaded frame.
    Construct individual disc dial components using the DiscDuo and MiniDuo beads, following the color arrangement for a harmonious design.
    Connect the disc dial components, integrating them with the pendant to form the necklace's body.
    Optionally extend the necklace with a beaded chain for a customized length.
    Finish by reinforcing the connections, attaching the clasp, and trimming any excess thread.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Item Description

    This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Allie Buchman & Rene Wilson's "Disc Dial" necklace. This project uses DiscDuo beads at the center of each component, surrounded by seed beads. The center component or pendant also features a 14mm rivoli. You can use each of these components to create earrings, bracelets, and pendants as well.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • DiscDuo beads (14 for the necklace, additional for chain extension)
  • MiniDuo beads in two colors: Roman Rose and Champagne Luster
  • Miyuki 11/0 Seed Beads in Galvanized Apricot and Metallic Bronze
  • 14mm Rivoli Crystal
  • Cup Button for clasp
  • Wildfire beading thread (0.006") and a size 10 beading needle
  • Optional: Super New Glue for securing thread ends
  • Project Steps

    Gather all materials and prepare your workspace.
    Begin by creating the pendant: string a 14mm rivoli crystal with seed beads and secure it within a beaded frame.
    Construct individual disc dial components using the DiscDuo and MiniDuo beads, following the color arrangement for a harmonious design.
    Connect the disc dial components, integrating them with the pendant to form the necklace's body.
    Optionally extend the necklace with a beaded chain for a customized length.
    Finish by reinforcing the connections, attaching the clasp, and trimming any excess thread.