How to Bezel a 13x18 mm Pear Drop Crystal - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads

Allie created a Bezeled Rectangle Crystal using Right Angle Weave (RAW) and it's STUNNING! In this beginning beader video, learn how to create a seed bead only bezel around a 13x18mm rectangle crystal. You can make earrings, but Allie also shares ideas for a bracelet! We cannot wait to see what you come up with!

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In this PotomacBeads Tutorial, designer Tereza shows us how to bezel a Pear Drop Crystal using a peyote stitch. With just a few supplies and a little bit of patience, you can create a beautiful and unique piece of jewelry.

1. Using an arm-span length of thread and a size 12 needle, thread on 39 delica beads. Slide them down to the end of thread, leaving a tail at the end long enough to hold onto. Bring the needle back through the first two beads, making a loop. Start with a peyote stitch by picking up one delica bead. Skip the next bead in the ring and go down the third one. Add another delica and continue around the ring.

2. Watch the Bezeled Pear Drop Crystal tutorial to follow along with Tereza to see how to continue with the peyote stitch and switch to a herringbone stitch to add the crystal.

3. When you have completed the bezel, sew up to the top of the pear drop to make a loop of seed beads to hold the earwire. Thread back down to the back of the project and make a knot, thread through a few more beads and burn down the end with the thread burner, do the same with the tail.

Are you looking for a way to add a little extra sparkle to your outfits? If so, then learning how to bezel a pear drop crystal is the perfect solution. This earring is both elegant and versatile, and it can be made in any color to match your wardrobe. The first step is to choose your crystal. PotomacBeads has a wide selection of crystals in all different colors, so you’re sure to find the perfect one for you.

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

The designer's suggested colors & materials:
● Potomac Crystal Pear Drop 13x18mm - Green Opal, ~2 Pieces
● Miyuki Delica Beads 11/0 - Nickel Plated Steel, ~1.5 grams
● Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Matte Opaque Sea Foam Luster, ~1 gram
● Earwires - Silver Plated, ~2 Pieces