Create a quick and easy bezel for cushion crystals

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Learn how to create a simple bezel around a cushion in this PotomacBeads tutorial. The Aurora Seed Bead Bezel for Cushion Crystal is a great way to showcase a stunning crystal in multiple pieces of jewelry.

1. Use a 15/0 seed bead as a stop bead on the end of size 5 or 6 DragonThread. Leave a couple inches for a tail. The stop bead will be part of the project. Add 7 more seed beads. Pick up another set of 8 beads and pass back up the first 8. Add another set of 8 seed beads and pass the needle back up the original 8 again.

2. Watch the Aurora Seed Bead Bezel for Cushion Crystal tutorial to follow along with Anna as she shows you how to create the bezel using a ladder stitch style.

3. Sew the bezel into a drop form. Fill the top of the form with seed beads. Leave a little bit of a gap at the top of the form to add an ear wire to burn the loose thread edges. Create a row on the outside of the form using brick stitch to give it a finished look.

The Aurora Seed Bead Bezel for Cushion Crystal is a useful technique that you can use to create a simple bezel for different projects. Whether it be earrings as Anna made or a striking pendant. Have fun creating your own unique pieces of DIY jewelry.

Technique learned: •Seed Bead Bezels

Project Length: 1"

The designer's suggested colors & materials:
•Potomac Crystal Cushions Colorshift Blue Emerald 12mm, 2 Pieces
•Perfect Form Drops Premium 99.9% Silver Plating 25x17mm, 2 Pieces
•Miyuki Seed Beads Duracoat Galvanized Silver 15/0, 2 Grams
•Earwires with Balls Premium 99.9% Pure Silver Plating, 2 Pieces
•Earwire Earring Backs Small 3.5x3mm Silicone Clutch, 2 Pieces
•BeadTec DragonThread Crystal (White) Size 5 250 Meter Spool
•BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12

Secondary Colorway:
•Miyuki Seed Beads Galvanized Gold 15/0, 2 Grams
(all other materials the same)

Complimentary Designs:
Square Stitch Keyhole Bracelet ➡ https://www.potomacbeads.com/squares...
Penelope Necklace & Bracelet ➡ https://www.potomacbeads.com/penelope...
Forever Diamonds Bracelet ➡ https://www.potomacbeads.com/forever...

Enjoy using this jewelrymaking bead tutorial video to help you become a more creative and happier beader!

00:00 – Intro
00:18 – Step 1: Starting the Bezel
06:28 – Step 2: Expanding the Bezel
13:02 – Step 3: Connecting the Bezel Sides
16:53 – Step 4: Attaching the Bezel to the Form
20:41 – Step 5: Embellishing the Bezel
22:30 – Step 6: Finishing Touches
26:14 – Step 7: Additional Project Ideas
27:44 – Outro: Encouragement to viewers to create their own unique jewelry pieces.