Create Your Own Beautiful Snake Pendant

Create Your Own Beautiful Snake Pendant

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction
2. Materials Needed 2.1 Super Duos 2.2 11-0 Toho Seed Beads 2.3 Eye Color Seed Beads 2.4 Beading Needle and Thread
3. Creating the Head of the Snake Pendant 3.1 Forming the Loop 3.2 Adding the Eye Color Seed Beads 3.3 Continuing with Super Duos and Seed Beads 3.4 Making the Loop for the Head
4. Creating the Curvy Body of the Snake Pendant 4.1 Adding Seed Beads and Super Duos 4.2 Creating the Curving Segments 4.3 Connecting the Curves
5. Finishing the Snake Pendant 5.1 Creating the Tail 5.2 Weaving and Knotting the Thread 5.3 Connecting the Pendant to a Cord

How to Create a Snake Pendant with Super Duos and Seed Beads

Introduction Are you interested in creating your own unique jewelry? In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of making a stunning snake pendant using super Duos and seed beads. Follow along step by step to create a beautiful piece of jewelry that you can wear or gift to someone special.

Materials Needed

To create the snake pendant, you will need the following materials:

1. Super Duos: Approximately 16 super Duos will be required for this project. These two-hole beads will form the body and head of the snake pendant.

2. 11-0 Toho Seed Beads: You will need 11-0 seed beads to complement the super Duos and add detail to the pendant.

3. Eye Color Seed Beads: Choose two seed beads in a different color to create the eyes of the snake. Red seed beads are recommended for a striking effect.

4. Beading Needle and Thread: Use a size 10 beading needle and six-pound fire line or a similar strong thread. Ensure you have approximately a yard or meter of thread to complete the pendant.

Creating the Head of the Snake Pendant

3.1 Forming the Loop

To start the snake pendant, thread your needle with the desired length of thread. Pick up a super Duo bead and three 11-0 seed beads. Slide them to the end of the thread, leaving a small tail. Pass the needle back up through the beads to form a loop. Tie a knot to secure the loop.

3.2 Adding the Eye Color Seed Beads

Next, add an eye color seed bead followed by a regular color 11-0 seed bead and another super Duo. With the thread coming up from the hole of the super Duo, pass the needle down through the other hole. This forms the first eye of the snake. Repeat this step to create the second eye using the same sequence of beads.

3.3 Continuing with Super Duos and Seed Beads

Add a super Duo, regular color seed bead, and eye color seed bead to the working side of the pendant. Pass the needle up through the opposite hole of the super Duo. Move to the next seed bead and repeat the process until you reach the end, adding two seed beads and going down through the tip.

3.4 Making the Loop for the Head

To create a loop that goes behind the head of the snake, thread seven 11-0 seed beads onto the needle. Coming out between two seed beads, pass the needle up through the three super Duos on one side. Ensure the loop goes behind the head. Add two seed beads and go down through the tip. Repeat on the other side to complete the head of the snake.

Creating the Curvy Body of the Snake Pendant

4.1 Adding Seed Beads and Super Duos

Continue creating the body of the snake by adding two seed beads and a super Duo. Pass the needle up through the tip and go through the two seed beads you just added. Add two seed beads and go down through the tip. Repeat this pattern by adding two seed beads, going up through the side, and going through the last two seed beads.

4.2 Creating the Curving Segments

Repeat the process of adding two seed beads and a super Duo, going up through the tip and through the last two seed beads. Create three of these curving segments to give the snake pendant its shape. After completing the three segments, go through the tip and continue all the way around the edge of the pendant.

4.3 Connecting the Curves

Continue weaving the needle through the seed beads on the edge to connect the curves and tighten them. Flip the pendant over to work on the other side. Once you reach the last seed bead, go through the tip one more time to prepare for the next curve.

Finishing the Snake Pendant

5.1 Creating the Tail

To finish the pendant, add six seed beads. Pass the needle through two seed beads on the other side, moving from one side of the super Duo to the other. Add three seed beads and skip one, going through the next two. Pass the needle down through the opposite side, forming the tail of the snake.

5.2 Weaving and Knotting the Thread

Weave the needle through the pendant to secure the thread and create stability. Tie a knot by passing the needle under the thread between two seed beads where you're coming out. Go through the loop once and then through the loop again. Pull the thread to tighten the knot.

5.3 Connecting the Pendant to a Cord

Snip the ends of the thread and connect the pendant to a cord or chain of your choice. Thread the cord through the back loop of the pendant, and your snake pendant is now ready to wear or gift.

In conclusion, creating your own snake pendant using super Duos and seed beads is a rewarding and enjoyable project. Follow the steps outlined in this tutorial to make a unique and eye-catching piece of jewelry. Let your creativity shine as you experiment with different colors and combinations of beads. Enjoy the process and wear your one-of-a-kind pendant with pride.

Highlights:

• Learn how to create a stunning snake pendant using super Duos and seed beads.
• Step-by-step instructions guide you through the entire process.
• Discover the materials needed and techniques used to complete the pendant.
• Make a unique piece of jewelry that you can wear or gift to someone special.
• Let your creativity shine as you experiment with different colors and designs.

FAQ:

Q: Can I use different colors for the super Duos? A: Yes, feel free to choose any colors that you prefer for your snake pendant.

Q: Is this project suitable for beginners? A: This project is suitable for beginners with basic beading skills. The step-by-step instructions will guide you through each stage.

Q: How long does it take to complete the pendant? A: The time to complete the pendant may vary depending on your beading speed and experience. It is estimated to take a few hours to complete.

Q: Can I use a different type of thread? A: While six-pound fire line is recommended for its strength, you can use similar threads or cords that are suitable for beadwork.

Q: Can I customize the size of the pendant? A: Yes, you can customize the size of the pendant by adjusting the number of super Duos and seed beads used.