TIPS and TRICKS for NEWBIES – the turnaround of odd-count flat peyote - part 2

CONTINUATION: the odd-count flat peyote

• then go back through the bead you just added, but in the opposite direction
• after this you pick up a bead, go through a "high bead" and continue as before

• the fourth row and all even-count rows are regular ones similar to even-count peyote
• the fifth row and all odd-count rows are ending as followed: pick up the last bead and go with your needle under the thread at the edge of the previous row to create a loop

• to find the edge thread: it is the visible thread at the edge of your work between the holes of the two last beads
• then pass back in opposite direction through that last bead you added, pick up a bead and continue as usual

The figure 8 turn:

• the figure 8 turn is a sturdier way of creating a turnaround as you zigzag through more beads, but it will also make your piece stiffer on one side
• at the end of the third row and all odd-count rows: pick up the last bead and make a turn
• going down in opposite direction: go back through the bead straight beneath it, zigzag by going through the bead in diagonal in the row beneath
• going up and return: go straight up through the bead above in the opposite direction, continue and go down through the next bead in diagonal
• you have arrived at the end of the one but last row
• make a straight step-up by going back through the last bead you added
• continue in the same way as with the even-count peyote stitch

Advice:

• to start your odd-count flat peyote use the figure 8 turn and then switch to the traditional turnaround
• use the figure 8 turns when creating a fan shape

Do not forget: have fun, because practice makes perfect. See you soon!