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I am not overly fond of beaded bails.  I prefer a simpler approach, one which perhaps focuses on the beaded portion of the work a bit better.  If you are of like mind or simply want a quicker way of completing a project, then this tutorial on how to make a jump ring bail for beaded cabochon pendants is for you!

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The Preciosa Pip™ beads were from Best Beads and the design was featured on the giveaway post. The beginning of the beaded cabochon project was part of a beading session conducted by Stephanie Dixon at the Grand River Beading Society where I am a member.

I took it home to finish. The cabochon became off centered in an oval design with the pip beads as a double fringe a the bottom.


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I then cut 2 small slits in the backing ultrasuede as indicated by the red lines.

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Make sure you do not put any glue in between the slits when gluing the work to the backing.  Check with a needle!

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Complete the edging beads as you like.

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Find jump rings that fit the size and style of your design.  Here I used 18G 1/4 inch bronze rings from my chain maille supplies.  Use just one to go through the slits. Close it.

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I like to put more than 1 jump ring for the bail portion - not only does it look better, but will give a more balanced look for what is a bottom heavy design.

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Before You Go:

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