Paintbrush Necklace - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads

In this video from PotomacBeads Allie teaches you how to make her "Paintbrush Necklace" design using just 2 sizes of Miyuki seed beads.
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Enjoy using this jewelry-making bead tutorial video to help you become a more creative and happier beader!
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
●Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Met Light Bronze, ~5 grams
●Toho Seed Beads 8/0 - Semi Glazed Rainbow Soft Blue, ~2 grams
●Toho Seed Beads 8/0 - Metallic Warm Taupe, ~12 beads
●Potomac Crystal Rondelles 2x3mm - Champagne AB, ~36 beads
●Potomac Crystal Rondelles 3x4mm - Champagne AB, ~6 beads
●Potomac Crystal Bicones 6mm - Transparent Montana, ~6 beads
●Jump rings, 1 piece
●Crimp beads, 2 pieces
●Lobster clasp, 1 clasp

[@angela_perelli_777]

even though this beading tutorial is an old one, 3 years ago, in my opinion this is an evergreen design necklace, evergreen in each time and season, it's a joyful design and we need joy in your life, so thank you Allie 💖💖💖

[@Potomacbeadco]

Thank you so much 😊

[@lisaknapp336]

I had to watch the beginning first rows twice to understand what was happening but then it made sense, thanks for your awesome videos. Please keep them coming, I look forward to them.

[@paularosenow6293]

What an awesome design to use up bits of 11/0 seed beads. Can't wait to get mine started. Thank you.

[@brendac2206]

I love this necklace. It's not as hard as I thought it might be. As suggested, I watched your video on how to do the herringbone stitch, which made this video easier because it helped me understand "rows". In the "How to - Tubular Herringbone Stitch" video, you suggested separating out 4 beads at a time to help remember when it's time to step-up. That was an excellent idea! It really helps me remember where I am. Your videos are awesome! Thank you!

[@Potomacbeadco]

Thanks for that, Brenda!

[@lesliewood9730]

What a nice wrap bracelet this would make too. How about making little beaded beads from one section for earrings! This is a fun way to incorporate all the beautiful spring colors I crave right now!

[@SusanChinnery60]

I am so excited to try this. Just off to raid my size 11 bead box! I love the fact that there are so many combinations to try to give the necklace a completely different look

[@Potomacbeadco]

Don't forget to share your work with us! 😃

[@SusanChinnery60]

@@Potomacbeadco how do I share?

[@Poofychunk]

Very pretty! Great at to use up those small bits of different colors too.

[@updownstate]

I'd forgotten how fun this pattern is. I'm making it with other colors.

[@toyinadejumo7570]

Beautiful design. You never disappoint. Thanks for sharing.

[@renewilson585]

ALLIE I LOVE LOVE THIS NECKLACE ITS SO PRETTY THANK YOU I HAVE TO MAKE THIS!

[@Potomacbeadco]

You haven't yet Rene?

[@isabelgonzales7841]

Love the use of colors. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@magdaemmelkamp9524]

Very nice design! It go's with the Calypso bracelet that I'm making right now to make a set!

[@CamberDesignsLLC]

Love this! Thnx Allie finally a way to use up my endless 11/0's!!

[@shastahaldane]

I love it. you make it look easy and my head is seeing all kinds of color combo ideas

[@julliana2ify]

What a lovely project ..will buy supplies and make this thank you for sharing.

[@Bifmaniac]

Gorgeous project - Thanks Allie !

[@jeilers2146]

What a great stash buster!! Thank you so much!

[@laurarios6466]

Verdaderamente hermosa! Gracias. Saludos desde MEXICO.

[@narmada7494]

With regards, Thank You for sharing us this beautiful project.

[@Potomacbeadco]

Thanks!

[@liverbird46]

Lovely. Going to make one of these and a bracelet :-) Thank you.

[@mensahkwame2834]

Such an adorable project....thanks for teaching

[@Potomacbeadco]

You're welcome, Mensah!

[@roxanneswope1411]

Beautiful and so colorful!

[@lindaleuer1586]

Going to a Potomac in 5 days with girlfriends. Can't wait to buy these beads to start a necklace!

[@Potomacbeadco]

Awesome, which store are you visiting?

[@lindaleuer1586]

Alexandria, MN

[@susanmechanic5127]

Can't wait to try this!

[@ruthrogge1]

Love this. Definitely making one for ME!!

[@rosieboyd3336]

I making this right now and only different is that I am added a 6mm between each cluster so it can hole it shape better.

[@vickylopez7859]

Am going to make one , thank u so much, Love it.

[@PaulaLPope]

Awesome! Thanks for this.

[@leetzannaroyalla9068]

That was fun! Thank you!

[@vlee234ut]

Love this project. I purchased the kit recently and just finished it. I can't wait to wear it. Maybe I make another with different beads to give away as a gift. Allie, have you made others with different beads to share for inspiration? Thanks. veronika

[@renewilson585]

Another hit Allie. I love this!!!

[@catherineberrut3725]

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[@OxanaPrigorka]

love this tutorial so much ♥♥♥ Thanks a lot for sharing!

[@wendyknoxleet]

Genius

[@maureenw83]

Beautiful ..

[@rosesimonetti531]

Beautiful!!

[@SuperDenise128]

How long is your finished length? just curious. This looks easy and beautiful.

[@hazelmckenzie9348]

Love it!

[@annmenzie9911]

lov this

[@karencass3226]

this is beautiful thank your sharing. I would like to do the paintbrushes in one contrasting colour so would like to know how much i will need. I can work this out if you can tell me how many paintbrushes you need per inch of necklace please. many thanks

[@Potomacbeadco]

Each color section is about 3/4"

[@christianrodgers64]

Couldn't you also do a ladder stitch by adding sets of two beads until you have the four colums and fold into a tube and continue with herringbone stitch?

[@jcleturno]

Have you tried this with Delica beads. I have a ton of them in lots of cool colors so was thinking I'd like to try this pattern with them. Thanks!

[@Potomacbeadco]

We haven't tried, but you can probably use them with a few small modifications.

[@TheWiseMagpie1]

Beautiful design, as always! I am always very hesitant though to use the metal coated beads... My experience is that they loose their shine after some wear. Even Miyuki's duracoat, or the permanent finish from Toho. They are better then the coatings before, but they dó come off in time. Do you have a solution? Maybe a spray varnish or something?

[@Potomacbeadco]

We have never had problems with any of our staff members with Duracoat or PermaFinish, even after wearing for years through gardening, showering, white water rafting, etc. However, some people just have different skin chemistry. You can certainly try using things like clear nail polish over the entire piece. We have never seen a case like this in person over 10+ years, so can be hard to give specific guidance.

[@TheWiseMagpie1]

Okay..thanks for your answer!

[@pascalelefloch1733]

Entièrement d'accord, la finition chez moi fini toujours par partir, merci pour le conseil du vernis, à essayer...

[@rosangeladelimafragosovian2405]

muito lindo ,,, ❤💜💛💚💙

[@pjuvinall]

I love this necklace. I find that some of the rows bend in and others bow out. Looks kind of messy. What could I be doing wrong. I would send you a picture but not sure how to add the attachment. Thank

[@benaiahyehoiadakongo.5788]

i will try

[@suzannegrabber4849]

Dermont Ifill.

[@njtappe3938]

I love the design. Just curious, why don't you do a ladder stitch to begin this project. it would be much simpler.

[@Potomacbeadco]

I do it the traditional way but either works. I think it is easier for newbies to not throw in an additional stitch... but I go back and forth on that opinion.

[@benaiahyehoiadakongo.5788]

hi are these crystals beads?? or just natural beads just asking cuz I love crystals n think it be great to try with crystals beads

[@ruthrogge1]

Dermont Ifill give it a try and let us know!

[@joannfriedman3214]

Are written instructions available?? I prefer that over videos.

[@Potomacbeadco]

One is in production. You can find the rest of the PDF tutorials here: www.potomacbeads.com/Potomac-Bead-Company-Beading-Patterns-s/3515.htm

[@jumokeenny9942]

paintbrush necklace

[@teressawalser2524]

I want to know if you can use TOHO sead beads to

[@Potomacbeadco]

Sure it is very easy to switch brands on this project.

[@janj1jewels]

Could we start with ladder stitch?

[@Potomacbeadco]

Yes you can. I often teach with the easiest method for new beaders to learn (which is not always ladder stitch)

[@donnarivers226]

can this be made into a bangle?

[@Potomacbeadco]

Sure can! You will just make it shorter but the connection will be the same at the end

[@suem.3651]

The materials list does not appear to match this project

[@Potomacbeadco]

Hi Sue, we are very sorry for the trouble. You can check the supplies list here instead: www.potomacbeads.com/paintbrush-necklace-tutorial

[@tiffanywells774]

can this be done with 6/0 and 8/0 beads?

[@Potomacbeadco]

Yes, it will just be a lot bigger.

[@mariaritaberetta6922]

invece delle miyuki posso usare le toho ....grazie :-)

[@Potomacbeadco]

Yes you should be able to use Toho as well.

[@shuxuanwang632]

這種賣NT$3000,太貴

[@shuxuanwang632]

會沒有人買

[@shuxuanwang632]

會被機械牌衝掉市場

[@jumokeenny9942]

the begining was not clear to know

[@Potomacbeadco]

To know what?

[@janj1jewels]

Hard to follow the start