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Constellation 2.0 Pendant / Christmas Ornament Tutorial

With the holidays in full swing, everyone needs some extra jewelry/ornament ideas and inspiration. This Constellation 2.0 pendant plays off Tereza's previous Constellation pendant by adding some extra crystal shine. Join Tereza as she teaches us step-by-step how to create this dazzling piece! Technique Learned: CRAW (Cubic Right Angle Weave)

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Constellation 2.0 Pendant / Christmas Ornament Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Gold, ~7 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Gold, ~3 Grams
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 1.5x2mm - Metallic Purple Iris, 104 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Rivoli 10mm - Amethyst, 5 Pieces
  • Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Gold, ~3 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Metallic Dark Plum Iris, ~3 Grams
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Time to come back to your constellation double-sided pendant and upgrade it with more sparkle using this tutorial for the Constellation 2.0 Pendant.
    1.Watch the Constellation double-sided pendant tutorial to make the base star for this project. You will only need to use one color of Rondelles this time as will not be double sided.
    2. Watch the Constellation 2.0 Pendant tutorial with Tereza as she teaches you how to bezel a Potomac crystal rivoli to embellish the star shaped pendant.
    3. Bring the needle to the back side of the project. Reinforce the bezeled rivolis by adding in a couple seed beads to each connection. Tie off the thread and then thread away from the knots.
    This beautiful Constellation 2.0 Pendant makes an amazing statement piece or could easily be adapted to make a wonderful ornament to give for the holidays.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
    • Thread Zap II
    • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
    • Plastic Caliper Tool - White
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Constellation 2.0 Pendant / Christmas Ornament Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    With the holidays in full swing, everyone needs some extra jewelry/ornament ideas and inspiration. This Constellation 2.0 pendant plays off Tereza's previous Constellation pendant by adding some extra crystal shine. Join Tereza as she teaches us step-by-step how to create this dazzling piece! Technique Learned: CRAW (Cubic Right Angle Weave)

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Gold, ~7 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Gold, ~3 Grams
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelle 1.5x2mm - Metallic Purple Iris, 104 Pieces
  • Potomac Crystal Rivoli 10mm - Amethyst, 5 Pieces
  • Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Gold, ~3 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Metallic Dark Plum Iris, ~3 Grams
  • Project Steps

    Time to come back to your constellation double-sided pendant and upgrade it with more sparkle using this tutorial for the Constellation 2.0 Pendant.
    1.Watch the Constellation double-sided pendant tutorial to make the base star for this project. You will only need to use one color of Rondelles this time as will not be double sided.
    2. Watch the Constellation 2.0 Pendant tutorial with Tereza as she teaches you how to bezel a Potomac crystal rivoli to embellish the star shaped pendant.
    3. Bring the needle to the back side of the project. Reinforce the bezeled rivolis by adding in a couple seed beads to each connection. Tie off the thread and then thread away from the knots.
    This beautiful Constellation 2.0 Pendant makes an amazing statement piece or could easily be adapted to make a wonderful ornament to give for the holidays.