First Light Pendant - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads

Fierce and fiery, this DIY crystal Rivoli pendant is made with a netting thread and needle stitch style. Watch as Allie demonstrates, step by step, how to use Czech glass, seed beads, and IrisDuo beads to create this glamorous pendant.

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Just as the rising sun captivates with its beauty, so too will this fascinating First Light pendant. This PotomacBeads tutorial teaches you how to bezel this elegant pendant featuring a Potomac crystal rivoli.

Using a size 10 needle on about 5 feet of size 6 DragonThread, make a pattern of five 11/0s and one 8/0 repeated so you have 6 groups. Tie the beads into a circle using a square knot. The loop should fit the 14mm rivoli. Sew through the first group of beads, add three 11/0s and bring the needle back down the third bead in the circle. Keep adding 3 seed beads to the third bead in each section.

Follow along with Allie in the First Light pendant tutorial to complete the bezel and embellishments of the piece.

When you are finished the pendant, use seed beads and a Czech faceted round to create a bail at the top of the piece. Make sure to make the loop big enough to fit your desired chain or necklace.

This First Light pendant is sure to catch the light with the bezeled rivoli. It’s easy to switch up the look from a sun to a snowflake depending on the colors you choose. Add some festive colors and you have a beautiful ornament perfect for gift giving.

Technique learned: •Netting thread •Needle stitch

Project Length: 2"

The designer's suggested colors & materials:
•Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Colorshift Blue Emerald 14mm (Pack of 2), 1 Bead
•Czech Faceted Round Beads - Jade 4mm, 7 Beads
•IrisDuo Beads - Aluminum Silver 7x4mm, 6 Beads
•Miyuki Seed Beads - Noir Lined Crystal AB 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
•Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Labrador Full 8/0, ~ 1 Gram

Secondary Colorway:
•Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Rose Water Opal AB 14mm (Pack of 2), 1 Bead
•Czech Faceted Round Beads - Crystal AB 4mm, 7 Beads
•IrisDuo Beads - Vintage Copper 7x4mm, 6 Beads
•Miyuki Seed Beads - Galvanized Light Raspberry 11/0, ~ 1 Gram
•Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Labrador Full 8/0, ~ 1 Gram

Enjoy using this jewelry-making bead tutorial video to help you become a more creative and happier beader!

00:00 – Intro: Overview of the pendant project.
00:34 – Step 1: Preparing the thread and needle.
03:09 – Step 2: Creating the initial loop for the bezel.
05:54 – Step 3: Adding seed beads to form the bezel.
07:03 – Step 4: Completing the bezel and preparing for the Rivoli.
09:09 – Step 5: Inserting the Rivoli and securing it in place.
11:32 – Step 6: Embellishing the pendant and creating the bail.
16:35 – Step 7: Final adjustments and finishing touches.
19:46 – Step 8: Additional customization options.
21:60 – Outro: Final thoughts and encouragement to try the project.