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Odd-Count Peyote Stitch

A collection of articles featuring the odd-count version of beaded peyote stitch.

Odd Count Peyote Stitch Video
A short video tutorial for flat, odd count peyote stitch using Delica cylinder beads.

Flat Odd-Count Peyote Stitch Diagrams
Learn how to make the special turn at the end of every other row in odd-count peyote stitch.

How to Read an Odd-Count Peyote Stitch Pattern
Learn how to follow an odd count peyote stitch pattern chart, beginning with those tricky first few rows.

Make a Narrow Band of Odd Count Peyote Stitch
Learn a fast approach for making a band of odd count peyote stitch with only three columns. You can use this technique to make rings, thin bracelets, or amulet bag straps.

Easy Turn for Flat Odd Count Peyote Stitch
If you love flat odd-count peyote stitch but hate making the little turn at the end of every other row, this is an easier thread path. It was developed by Cynthia Rutledge and works very well when making plain pieces of peyote stitch. You can also use it if you are working from a pattern or graph, but it’s a little trickier and takes some practice.

Tubular Odd Count Peyote Stitch Tutorial
A step-by-step tutorial on how to do the off-loom beading stitch tubular odd count peyote.

Odd Count Peyote Alternate Turn Tutorial
An alternative method for doing the turn at the end of every other row in flat odd-count peyote stitch.

Flat Odd Count Peyote Stitch Tutorial
A step by step tutorial that shows how to do the off-loom beadweaving stitch known as flat odd-count peyote stitch.

How to Make the Turn in Flat Odd Count Peyote Stitch
One of the challenges of working in flat odd count peyote stitch is making that funny turn at the end of every other row. If you are new to off-loom beadweaving, this might be a little confusing. For more advanced beaders, each way of making the turn can be used to achieve a different look to your peyote stitched piece. Try each method of making the turn and see which one you are most com…

Outside Decrease in Flat Odd Count Peyote Stitch
This detailed tutorial shows you how to make an outside decrease in flat odd count peyote stitch. An outside decrease in flat odd count peyote stitch results in a tapered point on one side of your beadwork.

Learn Peyote Stitch - Learn How to Do Flat Odd Count Peyote Stitch.
Teach yourself how to do peyote stitch with this free tutorial for flat odd count peyote stitch. These free basic beading instructions include lots of tips for beginners, and cover how to do the turn at the end of every other row in flat odd count peyote stitch.

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