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Little Stars Pattern

Category:

Other

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Basic Skills Necessary:

peyote stitch
good tension control

Pattern Description:

These charming little stars can be used singly as earrings, in groups as a pendant, or joined together to make a necklace.

I used size 11 seeds to make mine, but you could use cylinder beads, or size 15s for a really tiny star.

The instructions contain graphs for two different stripe patterns, but once you are familiar with the way the patterns form as you join the shapes that comprise each little star, they can be your canvas for other designs and colours.

This is an exercise in tension control: if your tension is loose, your stars will lie quite flat, but really tight tension will give you more dimensionality. It's also a great way to use up very small amounts of left-over beads.

Sizing / Finished Measurements:

Stars are about an inch and a quarter across

Materials:

Japanese size 11 seed beads, 2 colours, small amounts
Size 8 seed beads (1 per star)
Jump rings or earring findings or bail or chain
Needle
Thread

You Will Also Need:

scissors
beading surface
good lighting
thread conditioner (optional)
magnifiers!