Russian Spiral Beaded Necklace Tutorial | DIY Bead Rope

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Hi all! 💜 I hope you're having a great week so far. This tutorial may be used to create any length of Russian Spiral rope, whether you want a necklace, or a bracelet. Just keep spiraling, and spiraling 😀, until you've reached the length of beadwork you're happy with. For more than 18" of beadwork, you will need at least 4 strands of FP beads, per color, and more beading thread, of course. I hope to see you again soon! Happy beading! 💜

[@DanyyCalifornia]

Those necklaces are beautiful!

[@PoshPaperPerfection]

You are an amazing teacher! I watched 5 other tutorials to do this stitch and yours is the only one that makes sense! Thank you!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Awww, thanks so much!!

[@icraftdiy]

Thank you for the tutorial, best regards from Karaganda, Kazakhstan ❤

[@kdtarabell]

As a new beader your tutorials are so easy to learn Thanks

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you so much! I am so glad to hear that!

[@judithcraemer6740]

Thanks!

[@francinereider7427]

Hi Gina, Thank you for doing this beautiful necklace. Have a great day

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks, Fran, you too! :)

[@tammylass2502]

I've tried so many times to make the Russian Spiral. I can't wait to give it another try with your tutorial. It can't be easy making these videos, having to hold the beads a certain way so we can see how you're doing it. I really appreciate it.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you, Tammy! It's not easy, but I try my best for you all, and really enjoy it. I appreciate you watching!

[@marilynparigian5406]

Thanks for the great tutorial. I made some Russian spiral necklaces years ago, but so happy for your refresher on the step-up process which I had forgotten. Also the wire guard stage was new to me. I had been just fastening the ends together for a slip over necklace. This is so much better and looks more professional. As always, your time and effort making these videos is very much appreciated 🥰

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you so much for sharing, Marilyn!

[@marilynramsey1313]

love this stitch. your ending was very helpful I always have a hard time with that

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you so much, Marilyn! The ending can definitely be a challenge! You're not alone. :)

[@StitchesbySharonH]

I love this stitch! I never thought to taper the ends and use a wire guard! Thank you for sharing this! 💜

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

My pleasure, Sharon! It took some experimentation, but I like how it ends up with them. :)

[@abbynormal4740]

Thank you for this tutorial, Gina! 😀 Love the idea of combining similar beads - it's a great way to use leftovers from other projects and adds extra dimension and design flair to the spiral pattern.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

You're so very welcome!! :)

[@DaniH-81]

Russian spiral can be done in pretty much any bead you want. I've done a necklace with two colors of 11/0 Miyuki seed beads, 11/0 Toho seed beads for the "step up" beads, and Miyuki short magatamas. I've done a bracelet with 6mm Chinese crystal rounds, cut cylinder beads similar to Delicas but made in China, and Chinese crystal rondelles with 11/0 seed beads in between. Yes, the thread shows and the weave isn't as tight, but I really love it. I did another bracelet with cubes and some other shapes (I don't remember what I used in it) with the 11/0 seed beads, and it turned out great, as well. You can get so many completely different looks using this stitch, it's wonderful! 💗

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you for sharing, Dani!

[@annettehough2792]

You make it look so easy.

[@gramab]

Thank you.I had forgotten.Great project.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

You are very welcome 😁 Thank you so much for watching 💜

[@mary-denisegiesing2843]

I like the way you ended your work, I've been making Russian Spirals for several years now and was never happy with my ends. I'm going to try what you do on my next one.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Awesome! I like seeing the different ways there are to end things. I hope you'll give it a try! Thanks for watching!

[@sherroniopa6274]

Very beautiful! Thank you very much.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

You're very welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@annekellyrosemontana4648]

Gina! My 3mm fire polish Czech glass beads arrived today. I ordered 4 strands each. Here are the colours I picked, ruby, antique beige iris luster, and bronze. These came from Eureka Crystal Beads. Hope all is well with you and family. Having a thunderstorm where I live. I fear thunder and lightening.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

That's going to be such a beautiful combination, Anne! Awesome! I hope the storm passed quickly for you! :)

[@annekellyrosemontana4648]

@@ORCHIDandOPAL Thank you so much Gina.

[@mariabooth8104]

That's awesome. Thanks for sharing this technique. I've done some Kumihimo that looks similar but much different technique. This looks like fun and I can use the same seed beads as the ones I use for Kumihimo.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you, Maria! 💜💜💜

[@franneptune8141]

Gorgeous

[@lorrainemacgilchrist4269]

I've struggled understanding this stitch and never got any right, watching you made it easier to understand. I need to order some beads but I think I might have to stop start your video while beading. Do you think it would be easier to follow if I used a pencil or likes to see how I'm going. Love lorraine in Scotland 💖💖

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Hi Lorraine! I think stopping and starting the video is a great idea. Also backing it up as many times as you need. With practice you will get the hang of it, and as the piece becomes longer. Just look at the first few as "practice pieces." :)

[@chashmissisters6115]

Woww !!! Awesome 😎👍

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you!

[@PoshPaperPerfection]

Question 🙋🏼‍♀️ If you want to use 6/0 seed beads what size would you recommend for the smaller bead?

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Hi! I would go a size smaller for the smaller bead and use the 8's with them. Thanks for asking!

[@nataliestanchevski4628]

Thank you for the tutorial! I think the problem I have with this stitch is maintaing good tension and the shifting step up. When the beads are floppy it's hard for me to see if I'm just doing a regular stitch or the step. Do you have any tips for tension other than pulling frequently? My hands feel so dumb and clumsy doing this stitch which is humbling because I think of myself as being capable of other fine and fiddly crafts lol.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Hi Natalie! Just pull after each addition, and keep in mind that the longer it is, the more the piece will come together. You can also go back and sew through any of the spiral sections again that seem extra loos; just don't sew too tightly, or then you'll have the opposite prob. Haha. Thanks for watching!

[@feliparodriguez6785]

Qe lindos

[@Daysuccia]

Bellissimeee 😘😘

[@francinedeneault9913]

HOooo! It's a so lovely project!!! :o)

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks so much, Fran! I appreciate you watching!

[@annekellyrosemontana4648]

Hi Gena, I am going to surly attempt this project. Has anyone received the BB Box for May? Just wondering. I got a nice e-mail that stated there will be no charge for our June box. What a great service and care for their customers.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

I'm so glad you want to try it out, Anne! May/June's boxes should be coming soon; I agree - their CS is excellent! I know things happen, and at least they have been in excellent communication with us! :)

[@annekellyrosemontana4648]

@@ORCHIDandOPAL I received my May box 3-4 days ago. Happy now. My problem is, I hate waiting. Just like when I was a little girl, counting the days for Santa to bring me toys.

[@annekellyrosemontana4648]

I purchased the beads from Eureka Crystals. Waiting for my package. If I finish I send you photo via e-mail. I not as fast as you though. I love bead weaving.

[@caits2963]

❤️❤️❤️😀😀😀

[@godchild55]

I’m wondering how you’ll know that it’s time to “step-up”?

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Hey there! There will be a larger gap in between the beads when you go to add your next color, which can be a visual clue to step up. The more you practice, the more you will recognize it. Thanks for watching!