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Simple Tassel Cap Tutorial

In this video tutorial, Allie teaches us step-by-step how to make the “Simple Tassel Cap”. Enjoy using this jewelry-making bead tutorial video to help you become a more creative and happier beader!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Simple Tassel Cap Tutorial
The Designer's suggested colors and materials: Tassel 2.5 Inches - Red, 1 Piece Miyuki Seed Bead 11/0 - Opaque Orange, ~1 Gram Miyuki Seed Bead 15/0 - Duracoat Opaque Persimmon, ~22 Beads Potomac Crystal Rondelle 1.5x2mm - Blue Zircon AB, ~8 Pieces Wire - 24 Gauge Optional, ~6 Inches

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Gather your materials and prepare the tassel and seed beads.
Start the peyote stitch with the 11/0 seed beads to create the base of the cap.
Incrementally add beads to form the tubular shape of the cap, alternating between seed beads and crystal rondelles for color and sparkle.
Create a wire loop for attaching the tassel, if using wire.
Assemble the cap on the tassel, securing it in place.
Finish with decorative elements, such as additional seed beads or crystals, to personalize your tassel cap.

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

  • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
  • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
  • Protective Coatings - Permalac Collection | Semi-Gloss and Matte (8ml bottle of each)
  • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
  • Thread Zap II

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
Simple Tassel Cap Tutorial
PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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Item Description

In this video tutorial, Allie teaches us step-by-step how to make the “Simple Tassel Cap”. Enjoy using this jewelry-making bead tutorial video to help you become a more creative and happier beader!

Designer's Material List

The Designer's suggested colors and materials: Tassel 2.5 Inches - Red, 1 Piece Miyuki Seed Bead 11/0 - Opaque Orange, ~1 Gram Miyuki Seed Bead 15/0 - Duracoat Opaque Persimmon, ~22 Beads Potomac Crystal Rondelle 1.5x2mm - Blue Zircon AB, ~8 Pieces Wire - 24 Gauge Optional, ~6 Inches

Project Steps

Gather your materials and prepare the tassel and seed beads.
Start the peyote stitch with the 11/0 seed beads to create the base of the cap.
Incrementally add beads to form the tubular shape of the cap, alternating between seed beads and crystal rondelles for color and sparkle.
Create a wire loop for attaching the tassel, if using wire.
Assemble the cap on the tassel, securing it in place.
Finish with decorative elements, such as additional seed beads or crystals, to personalize your tassel cap.