Ornate Beaded Bead Christmas Ornament

PROJECT C2029
Designer: Kat Silvia
Skill Level: Intermediate
Hang this beautiful orb on your Christmas tree this holiday season and watch it glow in the twinkling lights. This design can also make a beautiful gift topper, sure to impress.
Instructions

Note: Components and tools listed within this INSTRUCTIONS box and the printer-friendly PDF, if available, may have been discontinued since this project was published. Refer to the PURCHASE COMPONENTS and TOOLS AND OTHER SUPPLIES sections for current availability.

  1. Please watch our video: How to Make an Ornate Beaded Bead. Following along with the video, you will use the 3mm beads are the "seed beads" and the 8mm beads as the "4mm beads".
  2. To hang, cut off about 8 inches of cord thread it through one bead and back up, and tie an overhand knot to create a loop.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • BCP-3820 - Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads 8mm Round Ruby Siam Red (25)
    Project uses 2 Strands. You will need 2 packages.

  • BCP-3307 - Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads 3mm Round Silver Metallic (50)
    Project uses 2 Strands. You will need 2 packages.

  • XCR-1280 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Crystal Clear
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
  • XTL-5700 - Fiskars 5 Precision Tip Scissors - Super Sharp
Additional Information
Theme Christmas
Ingredients BCP-3820, BCP-3307, XCR-1280,

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.
Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads 8mm Round Ruby Siam Red (25 pcs)
You will need 2 package(s).
1 package = 25 Pieces.
$3.89 / Package | SKU: BCP-3820
Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads 3mm Round Metallic Silver Full-Coat (50 pcs)
You will need 2 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$1.89 / Package | SKU: BCP-3307
FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Crystal Clear (15 Yards)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$6.95 / Package | SKU: XCR-1280
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 pcs)
/ Package | SKU: XTL-5700

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Anne
Ornate Beaded Christmas Ornament

I thought this was excellent instruction. I made an ornament following the video on the first viewing (I did pause it along the way) and have made several since then. I also made my own instruction sheet which also works nicely. I do add small wood ball beads inside to add security to the ornament. I stain the wood the same color as the beads. Thank you.

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Kidemom
Love them & instructions

Love these little orbs! Julie made them so simple. Just popped the headphones on and followed step by step.

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Ornate Beaded Bead Ornament
I was disappointed

I’ve been beading for almost 20 yrs and I found the instructions BAD. I’m not interested in watching a video, I want instructions in writing, step by step, maybe a few pictures would be good. I bought all the beads needed to do these ornaments.