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Windows of the Sun Tutorial
This is a larger variation of the popular "Windows of the World" pendant designed several years ago by Allie. This beaded pendant is perfect for a statement necklace or even a glitzy ornament! Join Anna as she teaches us step-by-step how to create this beautiful, eye-catching 6-sided design.
Technique Learned: Bezeling
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Gold, 3 Grams
Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Labrador Full, 3 Grams
DropDuo Beads - Aztec Gold, 48 Beads
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 10mm - Olivine, 1 Piece
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 10mm - Bermuda Blue, 1 Piece
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 10mm - Violet, 1 Piece
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 10mm - Fractal Rose, 1 Piece
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 10mm - Topaz, 1 Piece
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 10mm - Coffee, 1 Piece
Step 1: Choose Your Materials
Step 1: Choose Your Materials
Step 2: Watch the
Video Tutorial
Step 2: Watch the
Video Tutorial
Windows of the Sun Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials: Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Gold 11/0, 3 Grams Miyuki Seed Beads - Labrador Full 15/0, 3 Grams DropDuo - Aztec Gold 3x6mm, 48 Pieces Potomac Crystal Rivoli - Olivine 14mm, 1 Piece Potomac Crystal Rivoli - Blue Zircon 14mm, 1 Piece Potomac Crystal Rivoli - Violet 14mm, 1 Piece Potomac Crystal Rivoli - Colorshift Sphinx 14mm, 1 Piece Potomac Crystal Rivoli - Topaz 14mm, 1 Piece Potomac Crystal Rivoli - Coffee 14mm, 1 Piece
Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps
Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps
Quick Project Steps
Quick Project Steps
In this PotomacBeads tutorial you will learn how to bezel Potomac crystal rivolis and stitch them together to create this large and in charge brilliant decoration. The colorful Windows of the Sun beaded pendant is a spectacular piece that can be used in a variety of projects.
1.Put a stop bead onto the thread. Pick up 8 DropDuos with two 11/0s between each. Pick up 2 more seed beads and go back through the first DropDuo and pull the beads together. Thread back through all the beads.
2.Watch the Windows of the Sun tutorial to see how Anna creates this beautiful beaded pendant.
3.Before you close the box, decide if you would like to add something inside such as gemstones, incense or seed beads to make a rattle. Use a head pin to run through the pendant and create a small loop on it to be able to hang it.
The Windows of the Sun beaded pendant is great piece to decorate with, either hung up somewhere to catch the light or as a stunning pendant necklace. It would be easy to switch up the colors to have a holiday themed decoration.
1.Put a stop bead onto the thread. Pick up 8 DropDuos with two 11/0s between each. Pick up 2 more seed beads and go back through the first DropDuo and pull the beads together. Thread back through all the beads.
2.Watch the Windows of the Sun tutorial to see how Anna creates this beautiful beaded pendant.
3.Before you close the box, decide if you would like to add something inside such as gemstones, incense or seed beads to make a rattle. Use a head pin to run through the pendant and create a small loop on it to be able to hang it.
The Windows of the Sun beaded pendant is great piece to decorate with, either hung up somewhere to catch the light or as a stunning pendant necklace. It would be easy to switch up the colors to have a holiday themed decoration.
Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors
Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors
Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?
Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?
Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?
Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?
Step 6: Choose Your Next Project
Step 6: Choose Your Next Project
- Learn how to create beautiful and artistic RounDuo Bangle Stacker Bracelets in this DIY jewelry-making tutorial. Using RounDuo or RounDuo Mini beads paired with 11/0, 15/0, and 8/0 seed beads, this video will guide you through each step, from selecting materials to finishing with a clasp or continuous bangle design.Learn how to create beautiful and artistic RounDuo Bangle Stacker Bracelets in this DIY jewelry-making tutorial. Using RounDuo or RounDuo Mini beads paired with 11/0, 15/0, and 8/0 seed beads, this video will guide you through each step, from selecting materials to finishing with a clasp or continuous bangle design. Perfect for both beginners and advanced beaders, this project allows for endless creativity with color combinations. Shop the materials needed and follow along to create your own unique bracelet!
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Step 6: Choose Your Next Project
Step 6: Choose Your Next Project
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Item Description
This is a larger variation of the popular "Windows of the World" pendant designed several years ago by Allie. This beaded pendant is perfect for a statement necklace or even a glitzy ornament! Join Anna as she teaches us step-by-step how to create this beautiful, eye-catching 6-sided design.
Technique Learned: Bezeling
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Gold, 3 Grams
Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Labrador Full, 3 Grams
DropDuo Beads - Aztec Gold, 48 Beads
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 10mm - Olivine, 1 Piece
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 10mm - Bermuda Blue, 1 Piece
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 10mm - Violet, 1 Piece
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 10mm - Fractal Rose, 1 Piece
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 10mm - Topaz, 1 Piece
Potomac Crystal Rivoli 10mm - Coffee, 1 Piece
Designer's Material List
The designer's suggested colors & materials: Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Gold 11/0, 3 Grams Miyuki Seed Beads - Labrador Full 15/0, 3 Grams DropDuo - Aztec Gold 3x6mm, 48 Pieces Potomac Crystal Rivoli - Olivine 14mm, 1 Piece Potomac Crystal Rivoli - Blue Zircon 14mm, 1 Piece Potomac Crystal Rivoli - Violet 14mm, 1 Piece Potomac Crystal Rivoli - Colorshift Sphinx 14mm, 1 Piece Potomac Crystal Rivoli - Topaz 14mm, 1 Piece Potomac Crystal Rivoli - Coffee 14mm, 1 Piece
Project Steps
In this PotomacBeads tutorial you will learn how to bezel Potomac crystal rivolis and stitch them together to create this large and in charge brilliant decoration. The colorful Windows of the Sun beaded pendant is a spectacular piece that can be used in a variety of projects.
1.Put a stop bead onto the thread. Pick up 8 DropDuos with two 11/0s between each. Pick up 2 more seed beads and go back through the first DropDuo and pull the beads together. Thread back through all the beads.
2.Watch the Windows of the Sun tutorial to see how Anna creates this beautiful beaded pendant.
3.Before you close the box, decide if you would like to add something inside such as gemstones, incense or seed beads to make a rattle. Use a head pin to run through the pendant and create a small loop on it to be able to hang it.
The Windows of the Sun beaded pendant is great piece to decorate with, either hung up somewhere to catch the light or as a stunning pendant necklace. It would be easy to switch up the colors to have a holiday themed decoration.
1.Put a stop bead onto the thread. Pick up 8 DropDuos with two 11/0s between each. Pick up 2 more seed beads and go back through the first DropDuo and pull the beads together. Thread back through all the beads.
2.Watch the Windows of the Sun tutorial to see how Anna creates this beautiful beaded pendant.
3.Before you close the box, decide if you would like to add something inside such as gemstones, incense or seed beads to make a rattle. Use a head pin to run through the pendant and create a small loop on it to be able to hang it.
The Windows of the Sun beaded pendant is great piece to decorate with, either hung up somewhere to catch the light or as a stunning pendant necklace. It would be easy to switch up the colors to have a holiday themed decoration.
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