Retired - Oasis Lustre Necklace

PROJECT N8063
Designer: Alexandra Smith
Skill Level: Intermediate
A glossy violet blend of Czech glass 2-hole beads, Miyuki 11/0 seed beads, and Austrian crystal pearls are woven into a focal. The pendant hangs from leather cord using Finishing Touches components by TierraCast.
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.

These instructions will make a 16.5 inch necklace. To adjust the size, choose your desired length of leather cord.
  1. Please watch the video: How to Make the Oasis Lustre Necklace with TierraCast Finishing Touches. In this video, you will see from start to finish how to create this design using Czech glass 2-hole beads with the TierraCast Finishing Touches connector link and cord ends. First, you will see how to bead weave the focal pendant using SuperDuo and Ginko beads with Miyuki 11/0 round seed beads and Austrian Crystal pearls. Then you will see how to assemble the necklace using Finishing Touches findings with a toggle clasp on 2mm leather cord. You will also see a variety of TierraCast Finishing Touches cord ends designed to accommodate cords ranging in size from 2 to 8mm.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • FCO-9382 - Connector Link, Oasis 14mm, Antiqued Silver, 2 Pieces, By TierraCast
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • BCG-101 - Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, 10 Grams, Crystal Bronze Aluminum
    Project uses 4 beads. You will need 1 package.

  • SWP-4003 - Austrian Crystal, #5810 Round Faux Pearl Beads 4mm, 50 Pieces, Creamrose Light
    Project uses 4 beads. You will need 1 package.

  • BCT-542 - Czech Glass SuperDuo, 2-Hole Beads 2x5mm, Marea Peacock Coated / Gold
    Project uses 12 beads. You will need 1 package.

  • DMRR-0352 - Miyuki Round Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, 8.5 Gram Tube, #352 Purple Lined Aqua
    Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

  • FCR-4279 - Cord End, Temple Dome 11mm, Fits 2mm Cord, Antiqued Silver, 2 Pieces, By TierraCast
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-1265 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 50 Yards, Smoke Gray
    Project uses 2 feet. You will need 1 package.

  • CHY-2002 - Genuine Leather Cord, Round 2mm, By the Yard, Black
    Project uses 16 inches. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-5150 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 5mm 20 Gauge (x100)
    Project uses 3 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCL-100 - TierraCast Toggle Clasp, Temple 18.5x21mm, 1 Set, Antiqued Silver Plated
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • XTL-1054 - E6000 Industrial Strength Glue Adhesive (0.18 fl oz)
    Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
  • XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
  • XTL-0023 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Bent Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
  • XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
  • XTL-0373 - Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5 Inch, 1 Pair
Additional Information
Theme Spring
Ingredients FCO-9382, BCG-101, BCT-542, DMRR-0352, FCR-4279, XCR-1265, CHY-2002, FJR-5150, FCL-100, XTL-1054,

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.
Connector Link, Oasis 14mm, Antiqued Silver, By TierraCast (2 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2 Pieces.
$2.99 / Package | SKU: FCO-9382
Czech Glass, 2-Hole Ginko Beads 7.5mm, Crystal Bronze Aluminum (10 Grams)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Grams.
$2.95 / Package | SKU: BCG-101
SuperDuo 2-Hole Czech Glass Beads, Marea Peacock Coated/Gold, 2x5mm, 8g Tube
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 8 Gram Tube.
$2.99 / Package | SKU: BCT-542
Miyuki Round Seed Beads, 11/0 Size, #352 Purple Lined Aqua (8.5 Gram Tube)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 8.5 Gram Tube.
$2.29 / Package | SKU: DMRR-0352
TierraCast Cord Ends, Temple Dome 11mm, Fits 2mm Cord, Antiqued Silver Plated (2 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2 Pieces.
$2.49 / Package | SKU: FCR-4279
FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Smoke Gray (50 Yards)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$13.99 / Package | SKU: XCR-1265
Leather Cord, Round 2mm, Black, by Leather Cord USA (1 yard)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Yard.
$2.49 / Package | SKU: CHY-2002
Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 5mm 20 Gauge (100 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.
$3.27 / Package | SKU: FJR-5150
TierraCast Pewter Toggle Clasps, Temple 21x18.5mm, Antiqued Silver Plated (1 Set)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Set.
$2.69 / Package | SKU: FCL-100
E6000 Industrial Strength Glue Adhesive (0.18 fl oz)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.
$2.09 / Package | SKU: XTL-1054
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Tools and Other Supplies:

Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
$32.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-0020
Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Bent Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
The Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 pcs)
Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5-Inch
$29.15 / Package | SKU: XTL-0373

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