Retired - Lunar Tide Necklace

PROJECT N8051
Designer: Alexandra Smith
Skill Level: Beginner
Gold elements glow in this layered necklace featuring a Zola Elements crescent moon pendant. Toho 8/0 seed beads and heishe metal spacers are strung on two strands of delicate matte gold beading chain. The necklace is finished with a lobster clasp and extender chain for variable length.
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 is made with a chain extender for adjustable length from 16 to 18 inches.
  1. Begin by using pliers to open a 4mm jump ring and slide on the top loop of your crescent moon pendant. Close the jump ring. Set aside.
  2. Use flush cutters to cut two lengths of beading chain that are 15 inches and 17 inches respectively.
  3. Insert one end of each chain length into a single cord end. Use crimping pliers to crimp the cord end the same way you would a crimp tube.
  4. Onto the 15 inch chain, string the following beads: one metallic, one coral, five blue, three heishi spacers, five blue, one coral, one metallic.
  5. Onto the 17 inch chain, string the following beads: five coral, two heishi spacers, five metallic, two heishi spacers, ten blue. Then slide on the jump ring of your crescent moon pendant. Repeat this step in reverse to add beads on the other side of your pendant (see photo for reference).
  6. Repeat step 3 to attach a cord end to the opposite side of your necklace.
  7. To attach your clasp: Open a jump ring and slide on the loop of one cord end. Also slide on the loop of your clasp. Close the jump ring.
  8. Repeat the above step on the opposite side of your necklace, this time sliding on the end link of your chain extender. Enjoy!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • JSH-0271 - Toho Seed Beads, Round 8/0 YPS0032 'Hybrid ColorTrends: Milky Flame', 8 Grams
    Project uses 12 beads. You will need 1 package.

  • JSH-0246 - Toho Seed Beads, Round 8/0 YPS0017 'Hybrid ColorTrends: Metallic Spicy Mustard', 8 Grams
    Project uses 12 beads. You will need 1 package.

  • JSH-0160 - Toho Seed Beads, Round 8/0 Y632 'Hybrid Sueded Gold Transparent Capri Blue', 8 Grams
    Project uses 30 beads. You will need 1 package.

  • BMB-3603 - TierraCast 22K Gold Plated Pewter Nugget Heishe Beads 5mm (20)
    Project uses 11 beads. You will need 1 package.

  • PZE-007 - Zola Elements Pendant, Hammered Crescent Moon 23mm, 1 Piece, Satin Gold Tone
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • CHA-99911 - Matte Gold Plated Fine Snake Beading Chain 1mm Bulk By The Foot
    Project uses 32 inches. You will need 3 packages.

  • FJR-3914 - 22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 20 Gauge 22k Gold Plated (100)
    Project uses 3 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCR-1321 - 22K Gold Plated Cord Ends / 2 x 3mm Crimp Beads W Loop (100)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCL-7521 - Nunn Design Antiqued 24kt Gold Plated Lobster Clasps 12mm (2)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • AXC-91002 - Bright Gold Plated 5mm Chain Necklace Extender W/ Drop 2 Inch (5)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
  • XTL-0034 - Wubbers Classic Series Round Nose Quality Jeweller's Pliers
  • XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
  • XTL-5200 - Standard Size Beading Crimping Pliers (For 2x2mm & 2x1mm Crimp Beads)
Additional Information
Theme Yoga, Summer, Boho
Ingredients BMB-3603, PZE-007, CHA-99911, FJR-3914, FCR-1321, FCL-7521, AXC-91002,

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.
TierraCast 22K Gold Plated Pewter Nugget Heishe Beads 5mm (20 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 20 Pieces.
$4.67 / Package | SKU: BMB-3603
Zola Elements Pendant, Hammered Crescent Moon 23mm, Satin Gold Tone (1 Piece)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.
$1.85 / Package | SKU: PZE-007
Matte Gold Plated Fine Snake Beading Chain, 1mm, by the Foot
You will need 3 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.
$1.89 / Package | SKU: CHA-99911
22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 20 Gauge 22k Gold Plated (100 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.
$4.05 / Package | SKU: FJR-3914
Cord Ends, Crimp Beads with Loop 3x2mm, 22K Gold Plated (100 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.
$21.99 / Package | SKU: FCR-1321
Nunn Design Lobster Clasps, Curve 12mm, 24K Antiqued Gold Plated (2 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2 Pieces.
$2.59 / Package | SKU: FCL-7521
Necklace Chain Extender, 5mm Curb Links with Drop 2 Inches, Bright Gold Plated (5 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 5 Pieces.
$5.39 / Package | SKU: AXC-91002
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Tools and Other Supplies:

Wubbers Classic Series Round Nose Quality Jeweller's Pliers
Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
$32.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-0020

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