Pavo Pendant Tutorial

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  • Pavo Pendant - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
Get ready to shake your tail feathers in designer Sheryl Steele's latest creation. She is bringing fringe back in the colorful Pavo Pendant featuring Potomac Crystal Cosmic Rings. You'll feel as pretty as a peacock in no time with your new iridescent pendant.
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Materials Used To make The  Project

Designer's Material List

The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Cosmic Ring 20mm - Satin, 1 Piece
  • Cabochon Glass Peacock Eye 12mm, 1 Piece
  • Miyuki Delica Beads 11/0 - Black, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Opaque Persimmon,~ 3 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - Frosted Opaque Glazed Rainbow Olive, ~ 1 Gram
  • Potomac Crystal Rondelles 1.5x2mm - Turquoise, ~ 60 Beads
  • One-G Thread- Light Khaki
  • Step-By-Step Instructions

    Prepare the Cosmic Ring: Start by attaching your thread to the Cosmic Ring and adding 8/0 seed beads using the brick stitch technique.
    Add the First Row of Beads: Incorporate 8/0 Miyuki seed beads around the ring, ensuring even spacing.
    Incorporate Rondelles and Seed Beads: Add a row of Potomac Crystal Rondelles followed by rows of 15/0 and 11/0 Miyuki seed beads, adjusting the pattern for a snug fit around the ring.
    Texture with Delica Beads: Use black 11/0 Delica beads to create texture and depth, employing a two-drop brick stitch for efficiency.
    Create the Fringe: Add fringe to the pendant using 15/0 seed beads and crystal rondelles for a feather-like effect.
    Attach the Cabochon: Finish the beadwork, then glue the Glass Peacock Eye Cabochon in place, ensuring it is centered.
    Final Touches: Add any final beads for decoration around the cabochon and secure all threads.

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