Introduce yourself to thread work with this easy cross thread technique, using Swarovski crystals. The result is not only fun but beautiful. Designed
DESIGNER’S NOTE
To adjust length, increase or decrease the number of beads added in Step 7.
STEP ONE
Cut the craft line in half. Hold the two ends together with sticky tape or Blu-Tack, approximately 15cm from the ends.
STEP TWO
Thread on one 5mm bicone onto one strand and sew through the bead with the other strand in the opposite direction so that the craft line crosses through the bead.
STEP THREE
Thread six delicas onto each strand.
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