Tinsel Candy Cane Ornament Beading Pattern

Learn how to quickly whip up a handful of these life-size, super sparkly candy canes to make your Christmas tree really shine. We'll show you how to use either two or three swirling colors of bugles to stitch up the flexible spiral tubes, then finish them off as super-sweet candy canes to adorn your tree year after year. You can also make up a few extras to give away as thoughtful handmade keep-sake gifts for the holidays (those are always admired and appreciated) - we like to put them on top of the cookie tins we give to the neighbors.

This detailed beading pattern includes a recommended materials list, bead color information, over 70 high-resolution photos, and easy-to-follow step-by-step directions to ensure your success and enjoyment.

Finished Dimensions:

The finished beaded candy cane ornament measures approximately 5.5" x 2.25" (14 cm x 5.7 cm).

Recommended Materials:

- 6 lb, 8 lb, or 10 lb FireLine beading thread
- #12 long beading needle
- Size 11/0 seed beads
- 2 x 7 mm (# 3) bugles x (2 or 3) colors
- 6 mm by 12" (30.5 cm) pipe cleaners - we used silver or gold "Sparkle Chenille Pipe Cleaners" from Michael's
- Ribbon for hanging ornaments - we used 3 mm or 1/8"
- Flush cutter
- Sharp scissors