Learn how to embellish Tyvek Beads using fine wire and seed beads. In this tutorial, I also show how to make Tyvek beads into a pendant and how to make single loops at each end of the bead with a heavy gauge wire, so the beads can be used in a variety of projects.
I created a separate tutorial awhile back where I showed how to make the actual Tyvek beads. These beads are very pretty just as they are, and you could certainly skip the embellishing step and just make a pendant or finish the beads with the single loops on each end and use them that way. You can check out the Tyvek Bead Tutorial here.
For this tutorial, I am using copper wire, but you could use any color wire you like. There are so many possibilities including funky colored wires. I am also using the finest seed beads available, plus one size up. I don’t have a link for these because I’ve had my stash for several years, and I don’t actually know the true size. I got most of my beads from craft shops and dollar stores.
The supplies you will need for this project are:
- Tyvek Beads
- Assorted seed beads (the smallest size available)
- Larger glass beads for end caps and for a feature bead
- Fine gauge wire: 24 gauge to 28 gauge
- Heavy-gauge wire: 18 gauge to 20 gauge
- Wire cutters
- Round nose plyers
- Chain nose plyers
- Scissors (optional)
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I have created a step by step video tutorial to show you exactly how to embellish these lovely Tyvek beads. You can watch it here on my blog or pop over to YouTube and watch it there!
These Tyvek beads, whether embellished or not would be perfect to use to make a bohemian ribbon necklace. They could be strung right onto the ribbon yarn, or they could be made with the loop ends or as pendants and strung on that way. I have a tutorial on how to make the ribbon necklaces that you might want to check out as well!
I hope you are inspired by this tutorial to create your own beautiful beaded projects! If you liked this tutorial, you may also like:
- How to Make Wire Wrapped Earrings
- How to Make a Wire Wrapped Bracelet
- How to Make a Wire Wrapped Pendant