Retired - Bee Keeper Necklace in Blue

Name: Retired - Bee Keeper Necklace in Blue
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: N2202
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT N2202

Designer: Kat Silvia

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 gold 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 approximately 17.5 inches. 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)

FJR-3916 - 22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings Oval 4x6mm 20 Gauge (50)
Project uses 3 pieces. You will need 1 package.

AXC-98932 - 22K Gold Plated Drawn Cable Chain Necklace - 4.5x2.5mm Links 16 Inches Long
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

BCH-0194 - Czech Glass Honeycomb Beads, 2-Hole Hexagon 6mm, 30 Pieces, Metallic Gold Splash on Royal Blue
Project uses 20 pieces. You will need 1 package.

JSK-0403 - Toho Seed Beads, Round 11/0 Semi Glazed, 8 Gram Tube, Clover
Project uses 1 Tube. You will need 1 package.

PND-5009 - TierraCast 22K Gold Plated Pewter Honey Bee Charm 11.7mm (1)
Project uses 1 piece. 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-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
XTL-5614 - BeadSmith Tools, Thread Snips 4.25 Inches Long, 1 Piece

Additional Information

Theme	Spring, Pets/Animals
Ingredients	FJR-3916, BCH-0194, JSK-0403, PND-5009, XCR-1285,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

Bead Weaving 101: Getting Started with Off-Loom Bead Weaving

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. This project is RETIRED. Please review project instructions carefully—some items may no longer be available for this project and will not be listed below. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.

22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings Oval 4x6mm 20 Gauge (50 pcs)

            22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings Oval 4x6mm 20 Gauge (50 pcs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $4.87
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-3916

Czech Glass Honeycomb Beads, 2-Hole Hexagon 6mm, Metallic Gold Splash on Royal Blue (30 Pieces)

            Czech Glass Honeycomb Beads, 2-Hole Hexagon 6mm, Metallic Gold Splash on Royal Blue (30 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 30 Pieces.

                $4.30
            
             / Package | SKU: BCH-0194

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Toho Seed Beads, Round 11/0 Semi Glazed, Clover (8 Gram Tube)

            Toho Seed Beads, Round 11/0 Semi Glazed, Clover (8 Gram Tube)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.

                $3.37
            
             / Package | SKU: JSK-0403

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You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .

             / Package | SKU: PND-5009

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