American Flag Earrings & Necklace Beading Pattern

Learn how to make these wavy beaded American flag earrings and a beaded pendant necklace with this diagonal peyote stitch beading pattern. Wear these beautiful, realistic-looking, flying beaded American flags on Memorial Day and Flag Day (June 14th), all the way through the 4th of July and beyond (don't forget Veteran's Day on November 11th), as a great way to celebrate our country's great ideals and freedoms. You'll get rave reviews on these beaded flags, which look like they're actually waving in the summer breeze. 

This detailed beading pattern includes a recommended materials list, a aord chart, a bead chart, bead color information, and over 65 high-resolution full-color photos and easy-to-follow step-by-step directions to ensure your success and enjoyment.

Finished Dimensions:

The size 11/0 beaded flag measures approximately 1.25" wide x 1.5" tall (3.2 x 3.8 cm). The size 15/0 beaded flag measures approximately 1.125" wide x 1.25" tall (2.8 x 3.2 cm).

Recommended Materials:

Earrings:

- #12 long beading needle
- 4 lb FireLine beading thread - we used Crystal thread for our finished pieces
- Size 15/0 TOHO seed beads x (3) colors
- 4 mm closed jump rings
- Earwires
- Flush cutter
- Chain nose or flat nose pliers

Necklace:

- 6 lb FireLine beading thread - we used Crystal thread for our finished pieces
- Flexible bead stringing wire
- #12 long beading needle
- Size 15/0 TOHO seed beads x (3) colors
- Size 11/0 or 15/0 seed beads for the necklace
- 4" 6 mm closed jump ring
- 2 mm crimp tubes
- 3 mm crimp covers (optional)
- End clasps
- Flush cutter
- Crimper tool