Triangle Weave Chain - Jewellery Making Tutorial
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Triangle Weave Chain - Jewellery Making Tutorial
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Triangle Weave Chain - Jewellery Making Tutorial
Designed by: Joanne
Difficulty: Beginner
Many of us love to bead with uniformity and symmetry and geometric patterns can be an absolute joy. Today we will take a look at Triangle Stitch. It is hugely versatile and can be built upon, embellished and even turned into a circular motif. It is very similar to RAW (Right Angle Weave) and can be worked with a variety of bead combinations - from a single bead in each segment to several beads in different shapes and sizes.
As with RAW, triangle weave needs a lot of thread, and several passes through each bead or segment. The bead path is worked in a figure of eight and uses a base unit of three beads instead of four. Ready? Let's Stitch!
You can add all the items you need to your basket by clicking the box in the 'Products used' section above, or you can let your imagination run wild and choose your own materials from the links below. Please note that the colours for the products illustrated in the image above may not match the 'Products List'.
- (A & B) 6mm Rounds - I used Firepolish beads in 2 colours
- (PB) Preciosa Seed Beads - size 10/0
- (TB) TOHO Seed Beads - Size 6/0
- (SK) Super Kheops Par Puca Beads - 6mm
- Jump rings - 5 & 10mm
- Lobster Clasp
- Needle
- Beading Thread
- Scissors
- Beads Mat or Tray
- Pliers
Remember - our tutorials are for inspiration and learning purposes. They include links to the relevant categories for you to choose your own colour combinations and we positively encourage you to experiment with different shapes, sizes, finishes, composition and texture. Why not choose your own beads and colours to achieve something in your own style? Let your imagination run wild and make your dream jewellery.
Designed by Joanne - June 2022
Step 1
Thread your needle with approx. 2m of thread.
Pick up 2 x A and 1 x B. Leaving a 10cm tail, push them to the end of your thread, pull them into a circle by tying a knot.
Pass through the B bead.
Tension note: Keep it tight throughout.
Step 2
Pick up 1 x a and 1 x B.
Step 3
Pass through the B bead on the first segment but from the opposite side from which your thread exits.
Sew through this new unit of three again and then pass once more through the two beads just added so that you exit from the B bead.
Step 4
Pick up 1 x a and 1 x B.
Step 5
Again, pass through the B bead on the first segment but from the opposite side. from which your thread exits.
Sew through this new unit of three again and then pass once more through the two beads just added so that you exit from the B bead.
Continue adding beads in the same manner until your desire length of chain is reached.
Allow and extra 30mm for your findings to the total finished length required.
Step 6
Secure your threads. Your Triangle Weave Chain is now complete.
To embellish the chain: Add another approx. 1.5m of thread to continue your beading. ensuring your thread exits the first A bead added at the beginning.
Step 7
Working from right to left: Pick up 1 PB, 1 TB and 1 PB and pass through the next A bead along on the triangle chain.
Step 8
Pick up 1 PB, 1 SK and 3 PB.
Note the which hole you need to enter on the SK and keep it consistent throughout. Pass up through the right hand single hole.
Step 9
Pass down through the second hole on top of the SK and pick up another PB.
Step 10
Pass through the next A bead along.
Step 11
Continuing from right to left, pick up 1 PB, 1 SK and 3 PB - Pass down through the second hole on top of the SK and pick up another PB - Pass through the next A bead along the triangle chain.
Add beads in this manner for the entire length of triangle chain..
Step 12
When you get to the end/corner of the row, pick up 1 PB, 1 TB and 1 PB and pass through the next A bead along on the triangle chain, as in step 7.
Step 13
Continue adding beads along the other side of the chain until all gaps between A & B beads are filled.
Now we will strengthen the embellishments just added.
Following the bead path, pass through the next A bead, the PB and up through the SK. Now we want to turn the 3 beads above the SK into a firm triangle. To do this we simply bypass the second PB: Pass through the first and third PB sitting on top of the SK and down through the second hole on top of the SK Pull snug.
Step 14
Pass through the next PB, B bead and PB. Pass up through the SK and through the first and third PB sitting on top of the SK (pull snug). Pass down through the second hole on top of the SK.
Repeat for the entire chain. Secure and tie off your thread.
Step 15
Now to utilise the TB added at each end.
Open a jump ring and pass it through one of the TB and close.
New beaders can find an excellent video tutorial on how to use jump rings HERE.
Step 16
Using a second jump ring, attach the lobster clasp to the jump ring just added to the TB.
Step 17
Add a jump ring to the TB at the other end.
Attach a larger jump ring to this one.
Step 18
And your bracelet is ready to wear with pride! We would love to see your finished piece. Why now join our group Beads Direct & Friends and show us? It's a great place to relax and unwind with a tray of beads, a cup of tea and a group of like minded people! Our Facebook Page is the ideal place to go to share with the bead and craft community. Whether you want to chat, exchange ideas or show us your works of art.... All are welcome to join ♥
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