Gail Nettles

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In part two of this peyote bracelet tutorial, you'll see how to finish off the bracelet you made in part one of the peyote stitch beading tutorial.  Part one, of course, was how to do the basic peyote stitch.

As I mentioned previously, my Mermaid's Garden bracelet has its basis in peyote.  Now I go the more organic, freeform route for that bracelet.  Still, before you experiment with freeform, you really do need to know how to accomplish the basic peyote stitch beading.

I hope you enjoy part two of this peyote stitch tutorial.  I know it's one of my favorite stitches.  This tutorial will let you understand better my next bracelet that relies on the basic peyote stitch beading for its base.

Peyote Bracelet Tutorial, Part 2

Remember, this is the continuation of the bracelet.  If you missed the beginning, please go back to the peyote bracelet tutorial part 1 to understand how you construct the bracelet.

Enjoy!

Here's a peyote bracelet tutorial for your viewing pleasure, to explain how to do peyote stitch beading.  Since my Mermaid's Garden bracelet was based on the peyote stitch, it's only fair that I give you instructions on how to do basic peyote.  (Now my Mermaid's Garden is a freeform version, but before you do freeform, you need to know how to do regular peyote stitch beading.)

I originally had a video on this post that was someone else doing a peyote tutorial, but I finally made it to the 21st century and learned to make videos.  I made it in two parts, so you'll still get the same number of videos.

So, without (much) further ado, here's how you accomplish the even-count peyote stitch.  In this tutorial, I used matte size 8 seed beads, just to make it easier to see.  (Shiny beads are tougher to use in a video, when you need to see what's happening.)

Supplies Needed for the Peyote Bracelet

If you want to follow along and make the bracelet, you'll need size 8 seed beads, thread (I like Fireline), a needle and a clasp.  Oh and a few size 11 seed beads for the clasp area.

And not to worry, I have part 2 of this peyote bracelet tutorial video so you can learn how to finish your bracelet, once you've watched part 1.

Here's the freeform peyote stitch bracelet I've been working on -- finally! This will be a "drive-by" post, but I wanted to get the beaded bracelet photo up since I have been talking about it all week!

OK, so what's in it? Glad you asked!  I used the following in this bracelet:

• Size 8 and size 11 seed beads, in shades of blues and greens
• Abalone Beads (2)
• Baroque Pearls (3)
• Sterling Silver Beads (a few)
• Mother of Pearl Button
• Lots and Lots of Crystal Fireline

I always find the clasps the hardest part of the bracelet, because with freeform, I don't want the clasp to scream, "here I am!".  So I tend to minimize them, and let the bracelet itself take center stage.

Well, this was my warm-up.  I was looking through my bookcase last night and found my book on coraling -- forgot I even had it!  It's organic-looking, so right up my alley.

I also, in the process of rummaging around, found more of my lampwork -- I guess I still have some I can play with!  And the focal I found is a beauty, if I say so myself.

Well, I said this post would be short; goodnight, sweet dreams and see you tomorrow!

Peyote stitch beading and I usually get along OK; at least, up until today.  Today...well, it was certainly an interesting start to my day!

I have some lampwork and wired pendants that would look fantastic with a more substantial necklace from which to hang.  I mean, a small sterling chain or leather or ribbons just won't cut it for these bolder pendants!  Kumihumo might work, but that is time consuming and finishing the ropes...oh boy.

So, I decided to make a peyote tubular rope.  I mean, I've done it in the past and peyote is relatively simple, so it should be a breeze, right?

Peyote Stitch Beading, Tube Style

First thing I should have remembered; it is much, much easier to use a form of some typoe when you do a peyote tube.  I couldn't find the knitting needle I had planned to use, so I thought I could wing it.  Can you say, "oh, no!"?  Thought so. 

I actually wasn't doing too badly for making a flat circular peyote stitch, but that's not what I was trying for!

I finally gave up for the time being and just decided to do regular flat peyote stitch beading.  At least there I was successful!  So I kept on and decided instead of zipping my flat sitches into a tube, that I would make a bracelet instead.  And so far, it's looking pretty cool.  I already have a name for it, I think.  I won't post a photo until I am done, but here's a hint:  it's done in mostly shades of blue.

Anyway, as soon as I get my bracelet finished (probably tomorrow), I'll try the peyote tube again.  I should be more successful this time, because I found the knitting needle I need to use as the form!

Because I don't have a photo of my peyote today, I'll leave you with a photo of some more of my lampwork for the time being.  Enjoy!