Beaded Snowman Earrings, Necklace, & Ornament Tutorial

Do you want to build a snowman? This fun and versatile 2-dimensional beaded snowman pattern will teach you how to make a cute pair of festive earrings, a slightly larger holiday pendant necklace, and full-size heirloom tree ornaments. These make great holiday beading projects and wonderful beaded gift ideas.  

This detailed beading pattern includes a recommended materials list, bead color information, a bead graph, over 130 high-resolution full-color photos, and easy-to-follow step-by-step directions to ensure your success and enjoyment.  This is a great project for beaders of all skill levels, including absolute beginners (we show you how to stitch up every single row). And for those who already know how to peyote stitch, we also include a bead graph for easy reference.

Finished Dimensions:

If using size 15/0 seed beads for earrings, the beaded snowman measures approximately 4 cm tall x 2 cm wide.  If using size 11/0 seed beads for a pendant, the beaded snowman measures approximately 5 cm tall x 3 cm wide.  If using size 8/0 seed beads for an ornament, the snowman measures approximately 6.5 cm tall x 3.5 cm wide.

Recommended Materials:

Necklace Materials:

- 4 lb FireLine beading thread
- #12 long beading needle
- Size 11/0 or 15/0 seed beads x (6) colors
- 4 mm closed jump ring
- 4 mm open jump rings
- End clasps
- Fold over crimp with an eye for 1 mm chain
- 0.7 mm chain

Earring Materials:

- 4 lb FireLine beading thread
- #12 long beading needle
- Size 15/0 seed beads x (6) colors
- 4 mm closed jump rings
- Earwires
- Chain nose or flat nose pliers
- Flush cutter

Ornament Materials:

- 6 lb FireLine beading thread
- #12 long beading needle
- Size 8/0 or 6/0 seed beads x (6) colors
- Ornament hook or ribbon