Lavender Storm Pearl Necklace

PROJECT N2293
Designer: Kat Silvia
Skill Level: Intermediate
This knotted pearl necklace features the Preciosa Crystal Nacre pearls, knotted on Griffin silk for a classic look with a trio of colors.
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 20 inches. For a shorter necklace, simply eliminate a few pearls from the pattern equally. For a longer necklace, you will need to purchase additional pearls in the colors of your choosing.
  1. If you are unfamiliar with Pearl knotting, please watch our video: How to Do Pearl Knotting Using Tweezers. For this design you will use a different method for the clasp.
  2. To begin, thread the needle end of the silk up and over the thread protector. Slide the thread all the way through until you have a tail of about 4 inches on the non-needle side. Add a closed jump ring to the thread protector and taking the two ends of the silk, tie an overhand knot. For a little extra security, I recommend tying a double knot. Add a dab of GS Hypo Cement to the knot and then add a crimp cover. Trim the short tail end.
  3. Then begin your knotting by adding one knot using your tweezers, then add one lavender pearl and knot again as seen in the first video.
  4. Pattern for the Pearls: Start with 1 lavender, then 1 white, 1 grey, and 1 white. Repeat five times. Then 13 lavender, 1 white and 13 grey pearls. Then 1 white, 1 grey, 1 white and 1 lavender. Repeat five times.
  5. To finish the clasp on this side, thread the silk up and over another thread protector. Before tying a double overhand knot, add one lobster clasp. To help get your knot as close as possible to the pearls, be sure to use your tweezers. Once you have knotted the final knot, add the glue and crimp cover, then trim the silk.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • XCR-9401 - Griffin Silk Beading Cord & Needle Size 4 White
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • FCR-4165 - Wire & Thread Protectors, .024 Inch Loops, 50 Pieces, Silver Plated
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCL-1144 - TierraCast Brass, Lobster Clasps 15x9mm, 4 Pieces, Silver Plated
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • FCR-1054 - Crimp Bead Covers, 4mm, 144 Pieces, Silver Tone
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-4121 - Silver Plated Closed Jump Rings 6mm 18 Gauge (20)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • PCC-5617 - Preciosa Crystal Nacre Pearl, Round 6mm, 25 Pieces, Lavender
    Project uses 25 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • PCC-5630 - Preciosa Crystal Nacre Pearl, Round 6mm, 25 Pieces, Light Grey
    Project uses 25 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • PCC-5601 - Preciosa Crystal Nacre Pearl, Round 6mm, 25 Pieces, Pearlescent White
    Project uses 25 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • XTL-1001 - G S Hypo Cement Precise Applicator Essential!
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-0373 - Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5 Inch, 1 Pair
  • XTL-4001 - The Beadsmith Bent Fine Point Tweezers For Bead And Pearl Knotting
  • XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
Additional Information
Theme Spring, Special Occasion, Mother's Day, Easter, Bridal
Ingredients XCR-9401, FCR-4165, FCL-1144, FCR-1054, FJR-4121, PCC-5617, PCC-5630, PCC-5601, XTL-1001,

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.
Griffin Silk Beading Cord & Needle Size 4 White
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Card.
$2.29 / Package | SKU: XCR-9401
Wire & Thread Protectors, .024 Inch Loops Silver Plated (50 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$3.47 / Package | SKU: FCR-4165
TierraCast Clasps, Lobster 15mm Silver Plated (4 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 4 Pieces.
$5.30 / Package | SKU: FCL-1144
Crimp Bead Covers, 4mm, Silver Tone (144 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 144 Pieces.
$18.35 / Package | SKU: FCR-1054
Silver Plated Closed Jump Rings 6mm 18 Gauge (20 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 20 Pieces.
$2.69 / Package | SKU: FJR-4121
Preciosa Crystal Nacre Pearl, Round 6mm, Lavender (25 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 25 Pieces.
$4.45 / Package | SKU: PCC-5617
Preciosa Crystal Nacre Pearl, Round 6mm, Light Grey (25 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 25 Pieces.
$4.45 / Package | SKU: PCC-5630
Preciosa Crystal Nacre Pearl, Round 6mm, Pearlescent White (25 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 25 Pieces.
$3.99 / Package | SKU: PCC-5601
G S Hypo Cement Precise Applicator Essential!
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.
$7.07 / Package | SKU: XTL-1001
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Tools and Other Supplies:

Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5-Inch
$29.15 / Package | SKU: XTL-0373
Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
$32.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-0020

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