I went back to basics to practice one of my favorite and most versatile beading skills, the pearl cube. This elegant little craft can be used to create stunning earrings, beautiful necklaces, unique keychains, and so much more.
In this post, I'll share with you the process for creating a strong and perfectly formed cube using a straw beads and a pearl bead in 4 easy steps. Once you know how to make this, your creative possibilities are endless!
Materials Needed
- Center Bead: 1 Pearl Bead
- Frame Beads: 12 Straw Beads
- Fishing Line
Let's Get Started in 4 Easy Steps:
Step 1: Thread four of your straw beads onto the fishing line.
Pass the line back through the first bead to form a square shape. Pull it tight.
Step 2: Now, add two straw beads on one side (either left or right) and one on the other.
Pass the thread through the last bead on the sides with two straw beads.
Step 3: Repeat 2 again.
Step 4: Closing the cube, add one straw bead on both sides.
Drop one pearl bead at the centre and pass the thread through the centre bead on the first square.
Pass the line through the beads to bring the threads close to each other, knot tightly to secure the shape.
You've Made Your First Cube!
And look at that! Look at how sturdy and elegant it is. Make as many as you desire of these, and you're ready for your next project.
What can you do with them?
You can string it together for your earrings, pendant or necklace, keyholder...
In my next post, I'll be sharing with you the #diy process of using these for earrings #jewelry.
I hope you enjoy the process as much as I do.
See you in my next one!