Endless Circles is a mandala like, disc shaped beaded bead tutorial. Make your Mandala in 3 sizes perfect for pendants, focals, and earrings. Endless Circles is my original beaded bead design. It is a mandala motif inspired by Moroccan mosaic art. The mandala is a symbol representing the universe in microcosm. The mandala's purpose is to help transform our minds into enlightened ones and to assist with healing. The discs make beautiful pendants and fun, bold earrings.
The tutorial includes instructions and process pictures for 3 sizes. The large finished beaded bead diameter measures 1 - 1/2" (36mm), medium 1" (25mm), small about 3/4" (16mm). It is an Intermediate level project requiring knowledge of circular peyote stitch. The beaded beads are constructed over a base of neoprene rubber washers. These washers are commonly available in hardware stores. The exact dimensions are detailed in the tutorial. Individual washers will need to be glued together in pairs to form the base armature. You can find sets of washers already prepared for your use available for purchase here in my etsy shop. Here is a link to the listing https://www.etsy.com/listing/784447880/set-of-10-rubber-washer-bases-for?ref=shop_home_active_1
Included is a separate pdf with instructions and guidance on how to add Cymbals Elements to your Endless Circles beaded beads. The addition of these clever metal elements turn your beaded beads into versatile links, pendants, drops and toggle clasps. Here is a link to my full Mandala Collection https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheBeadedBead?ref=seller-platform-mcnav&search_query=mandala
This listing is for the tutorial pdfs only. The jewelry pictured is for inspiration, and may be available for sale separately.
This is an Intermediate level project. You should have a working knowledge of circular Peyote Stitch. The tutorial contains detailed step-by-step instructions with lots of hints and tips. There are numerous close-up and clear photos.