Have you tried this bead combination, it's also very interesting. You can use any wire size, any beads (have hole) you have.
Soft copper wire: 22 gauge (wire diameter 0.6mm): 6cm (about 2-2.5 inches) for each star Can use 22 gauge (wire diameter 0.6mm) or 20 gauge (wire diameter 0.8mm) Choose a fixed position on the pliers ...