Instructions
Step 1
Bead Colors Needed:
Black - 63
Zebra Stripe - 95
See the Supply List for beads and tools you can purchase.
You will also need:
Silver jump rings - 3
Silver earring wires - 2
Chain, ribbon, or cord
Fine-nose pliers
Step 2
Download the PDF for the Zebra Jewelry Set Project Pattern. You will use the small circle pegboard to create your projects. If you are using a clear pegboard, slide the actual-size pattern underneath it. Place your beads following the pattern.
Step 3
Ask an adult to fuse your designs. Place your pegboard on a flat, heat-safe surface. Set a household iron to the medium setting. Place ironing paper over the pegboard. In a circular motion, begin to iron the project. When ironed properly, the beads will still have open centers. DO NOT OVER-IRON as this will cause the beads to close and can make assembly of your project more challenging. Let the design cool.
Step 4
Remove the paper and bead design from the pegboard. Flip the design over to expose the non-fused side. Repeat the fusing. Let cool completely. Once the design is cool, peel off the ironing paper. Your pegboards and ironing paper are reusable.
Note: Beads need heat for about 10-20 seconds per side to fuse evenly. Lift the paper occasionally to see how the beads are fusing. Additional heating time may be required.
Step 5
ASSEMBLY: Put a jump ring through the top zebra bead for each earring. Add the earring wire.
Step 6
Put a jump ring through one of the black beads on the pendant. Thread a thin silver chain, black satin ribbon or cord through the jump ring to create the necklace.