Set of Winter Charms

Name: Set of Winter Charms
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: S8012
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT S8012

Designer: Alexandra Smith

Skill Level: Advanced

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These darling brick stitched charms are full of holiday cheer, and so much fun to make! Follow the patterns provided to create your own collection of winter themed charms. These designs would also make great Christmas tree ornaments using larger sized Miyuki Delica seed beads.

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.

These charms are interchangeable with the chain necklace. This necklace measures 17.5 inches. To adjust the size, choose your desired length of finished chain. Please note: These are advanced brick stitch patterns that require knowledge of increases and decreases. For tips, please see our video: Tips for Advanced Brick Stitch Patterns.

If you are new to brick stitch, please watch the video: How to do Brick Stitch Bead Weaving. Please see our Printer Friendly PDF for Full Color Beading Pattern.
Based on the technique shown in the video, cut a length of thread as long as you are comfortable working with and begin your first charm by weaving a ladder stitch base row. We recommend starting at the widest point in the pattern. Be sure to leave yourself a thread tail of at least 10 inches.
As you stitch your charms, you will need to make brick stitch increases and decreases according to the pattern. You may also find it useful to make increases using ladder stitch.
To attach jump rings to each of your charms: Use pliers to open a 4mm jump ring and gently slide on the appropriate seed beads at the top of each charm. Close the jump ring. Repeat for all patterns.
To attach chain to your holly charm: Use flush cutters to cut the centermost link of your finished cable chain. Open a jump ring and slide on a seed bead on one side of your leaf (see photo for reference). Also slide on the end link on one side of your chain. Repeat this step to attach the chain to the other side of your leaf design. Enjoy!

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)

DB-066 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, 7.2 Grams, White Lined Crystal AB DB066
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

DB-722 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, 7.2 Grams, Opaque Orange DB722
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

DB-010 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, 7.2 Grams, Black Opaque DB010
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

DB-150 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, 7.2 Grams, Silver Lined Brown DB150
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

DB-602 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, 7.2 Grams, Silver Lined Red DB602
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

DB-656 - Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, 7.2 Grams, Dyed Opaque Jade Green DB656
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

FJR-5454 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (50)
Project uses 6 pieces. You will need 1 package.

XCR-1280 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Crystal Clear
Project uses 32 feet. You will need 1 package.

AXC-98926 - Silver Plated Fine Cable Chain Necklace with Lobster Clasp - 2x1.8mm Links 16 Inches Long
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
XTL-0373 - Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5 Inch, 1 Pair
XTL-0023 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Bent Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers

Additional Information

Theme	Winter, Christmas
Ingredients	DB-066, DB-722, DB-010, DB-150, DB-602, DB-656, FJR-5454, XCR-1280, AXC-98926,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

Bead Weaving 101: Getting Started with Off-Loom Bead Weaving
Brick Stitch Bead Weaving Patterns
How to Open and Close a Jump Ring
Seed Bead Size Chart

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.

Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, White Lined Crystal AB DB066 (7.2 Grams)

            Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, White Lined Crystal AB DB066 (7.2 Grams)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 7.2 gms tube.

                $4.74
            
             / Package | SKU: DB-066

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Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, Opaque Orange DB722 (2.5

            Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, Opaque Orange DB722 (2.5" Tube)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.

                $3.87
            
             / Package | SKU: DB-722

Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, Black Opaque DB010 (2.5

            Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, Black Opaque DB010 (2.5" Tube)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 7.2 gms tube.

                $3.69
            
             / Package | SKU: DB-010

Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, Silver Lined Brown DB150 (2.5

            Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, Silver Lined Brown DB150 (2.5" Tube)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.

                $4.27
            
             / Package | SKU: DB-150

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Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, Silver Lined Red DB602 (2.5

            Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, Silver Lined Red DB602 (2.5" Tube)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.

                $4.64
            
             / Package | SKU: DB-602

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Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, Dyed Opaque Jade Green DB656 (2.5

            Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, Dyed Opaque Jade Green DB656 (2.5" Tube)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.

                $4.07
            
             / Package | SKU: DB-656

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Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (50 pcs)

            Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (50 pcs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $2.49
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-5454

FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Crystal Clear (15 Yards)

            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

Finished Cable Chain Necklace, Oval Links with Lobster Clasp 2x1.8mm, 16 Inches, Silver Plated

            Finished Cable Chain Necklace, Oval Links with Lobster Clasp 2x1.8mm, 16 Inches, Silver Plated
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.

                $3.80
            
             / Package | SKU: AXC-98926