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Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #26-840-36-AC Antique Copper Plated Shallow Bead Cap, 4.2mm - Special Purchase (strand)1 #1-625-5023/s Faceted Crow Beads 6 x 4mm (2.5mm hole) : Olivine (25pcs)1 #1-625-1021/s Faceted Crow Beads 6 x 4mm (2.5mm hole) : Lt Colorado Topaz (25pcs)1 #1-625-3009/s Faceted Crow Beads 6 x 4mm (2.5mm hole) : Cobalt (25pcs)1 #61-035-25 Stretch Magic Cord, 0.5mm, 25m - Clear (Spool)1 #65-050 Beadalon Needle, Big Eye, 4.5" (10 Pieces)Tools 1 #65-37 …

Created by: Veronica Greenwood Designer TipsCut 6 inches of wire and make a small wrapped loop on one end. Make a small loop so the size 11 seeds do not go through.New to jewelry-making? For step-by-step instructions on making wrapped loops, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Thread a needle on 2 yards of thread. Add 1 higher-metallic dark amethyst seed bead as a stopper bead (string on a single bead and tie a single knot -- so it can be removed later), leaving a 6" tail.String 8 metallic amethys …

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsSince the inside of the cone is hollow, place one of the faceted beads on the headpin before stringing the cone. Next add the wings, head, and halo. This helps keep the parts all lined up correctly.You can alternately use a small gunmetal bead such as 26-464-9 or 26-819-04-9 inside the cone.Make a simple loop at the top, and add to ear wire. New to jewelry-making? See Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF) for step-by-step instructions on making loops, and tips for open …