Bee Keeper Necklace (Reboot)

Name: Bee Keeper Necklace (Reboot)
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: N8019
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT N8019

Designer: Alexandra Smith

Skill Level: Intermediate

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This hive-inspired pendant combines Czech glass 2-hole Honeycomb beads with 11/0 seed beads. The bead woven design attractively frames a pewter TierraCast honeybee charm. The pendant is easily attached to a silver finished cable chain.
Reboot: We have updated this project with a pretty green Honeycomb bead and elegant rolo chain.

Instructions

Note: Components and tools listed within this INSTRUCTIONS box and the printer-friendly PDF, if available, may have been discontinued since this project was published. Refer to the PURCHASE COMPONENTS and TOOLS AND OTHER SUPPLIES sections for current availability.

This necklace measures 19 inches total. To modify the length, you will want to purchase a shorter or longer finished chain.

Please watch the video: How to Bead Weave a Circular Frame Using Two-Hole Beads. In this video, you will see from start to finish how to make this project using Czech glass Honeycomb beads, Toho seed beads, and a charm. You will also see suggested design variations.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)

BCH-0177 - Czech Glass Honeycomb Beads, 2-Hole Hexagon 6mm, 30 Pieces, Hodge Podge Blue Travertine
Project uses 20 pieces. You will need 1 package.

JSK-0242 - Toho Round Seed Beads 11/0 49F 'Opaque Frosted Jet' 8 Gram Tube
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

PND-5008 - TierraCast Fine Silver Plated Pewter Honey Bee Charm 11.7mm (1)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

AXC-0022 - Beadaholique Oval Cable Chain Finished Necklace, 18 Inch Necklace 3mm Links, Stainless Steel
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

FJR-03957 - Sterling Silver Open Jump Rings Oval 5x7mm 19 Gauge (10)
Project uses 3 pieces. You will need 1 package.

XCR-1285 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Smoke Gray
Project uses 3 feet. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
XTL-5614 - BeadSmith Tools, Thread Snips 4.25 Inches Long, 1 Piece
XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex

Additional Information

Theme	Summer, Spring, Pets/Animals, Autumn
Ingredients	AXC-98946, FJR-03957, BCH-0130, XCR-1285, JSK-0242, PND-5008,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

Bead Weaving 101: Getting Started with Off-Loom Bead Weaving
How to Open and Close a Jump Ring
Product Guide: Using 2-Hole Beads in Jewelry Making
Product Guide: Using Charms in Beading and Jewelry Making
Seed Bead Size Chart

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.

Finished Rolo Chain Necklace, Round Links with Lobster Clasp 2mm, 18 Inches, Silver Plated

            Finished Rolo Chain Necklace, Round Links with Lobster Clasp 2mm, 18 Inches, Silver Plated
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.

                $5.55
            
             / Package | SKU: AXC-98946

Sterling Silver Open Jump Rings Oval 5x7mm 19 Gauge (10 pcs)

            Sterling Silver Open Jump Rings Oval 5x7mm 19 Gauge (10 pcs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pieces.

                $6.09
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-03957

Czech Glass Honeycomb Beads, 2-Hole Hexagon 6mm, Pastel Olivine (30 Pieces)

            Czech Glass Honeycomb Beads, 2-Hole Hexagon 6mm, Pastel Olivine (30 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 30 Pieces.

                $3.99
            
             / Package | SKU: BCH-0130

FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Smoke Gray (15 Yards)

            FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Smoke Gray (15 Yards)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.

                $6.65
            
             / Package | SKU: XCR-1285

Toho Round Seed Beads 11/0 49F 'Opaque Frosted Jet' 8 Gram Tube

            Toho Round Seed Beads 11/0 49F 'Opaque Frosted Jet' 8 Gram Tube
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.

                $2.49
            
             / Package | SKU: JSK-0242

Metal Charm, Honey Bee 12mm, Antiqued Silver Plated, By TierraCast (1 Piece)

            Metal Charm, Honey Bee 12mm, Antiqued Silver Plated, By TierraCast (1 Piece)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.

                $1.39
            
             / Package | SKU: PND-5008