Retired - Amphitrite's Pearl Necklace

Name: Retired - Amphitrite's Pearl Necklace
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: N793
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT N793

Designer: Julie Bean

Skill Level: Intermediate

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Named for Poseidon's bride, Amphitrite, this braided pearl necklace is befitting of the Queen of the Sea. It features 3 gorgeous strands of pearls that have been braided together and is accented by gunmetal chain and findings.

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.

Note: you will also need 6 small seed beads such as 11/0 delicas. Please watch the video to see where and when you need them. You will not see them in the finished piece, so it does not matter what color they are.

To make this design, please watch the video: How to Make a Braided Pearl Necklace.
In the video you will learn how to string pearls onto Griffin Silk and use knot covers. You will also learn how to open and close jump rings and how to creatively use toggle rings as anchors on either side of your necklace.

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

XCR-9403 - Griffin Silk Beading Cord & Needle Size 4 Silver Gray
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

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

FCR-2088 - Gun Metal Plated Clamshell Knot Covers With Closed Loop 3.7mm (50)
Project uses 6 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FJR-5224 - Gun Metal Plated Open Jump Rings 6mm 20 Gauge (50)
Project uses 10 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FCL-7493 - Gun Metal Plated Sleek Toggle Clasps - 17mm (10 Sets)
Project uses 3 sets. You will need 1 package.

CHA-98975 - Gun Metal Plated Round Rolo Chain - 4.8mm Diameter - Sold By The Foot
Project uses 1 foot. You will need 1 package.

PRL-1045 - Freshwater Cultured Pearls, Baroque Nugget Beads 7-9mm, 15.5 Inch Strand, Peacock Brown
Project uses 1 strand. You will need 1 package.

PRL-1038 - Freshwater Cultured Pearls, Round Potato Beads 9-12mm, 15.5 Inch Strand, Peacock Grey
Project uses 1 strand. You will need 1 package.

PRL-1040 - Freshwater Cultured Pearls, Coin Shaped Beads 8mm, 15 Inch Strand, White
Project uses 1 strand. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex
XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
XTL-5700 - Fiskars 5 Precision Tip Scissors - Super Sharp
XTL-4001 - Beadsmith Bent Fine Point Tweezers For Bead And Pearl Knotting

Additional Information

Ingredients

XCR-9403, XTL-1001, FCR-2088, FCL-7493,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

How to Finish with a Clamshell Knot Cover
How to Open and Close a Jump Ring
Standard Necklace and Bracelet Lengths

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.

Griffin Silk Beading Cord & Needle Size 4 Silver Gray

            Griffin Silk Beading Cord & Needle Size 4 Silver Gray
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Card.

                $2.29
            
             / Package | SKU: XCR-9403

G S Hypo Cement Precise Applicator Essential!

            G S Hypo Cement Precise Applicator Essential!
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.

                $7.29
            
             / Package | SKU: XTL-1001

Knot Covers, Clamshell with Closed Loop 3.7mm, Gunmetal Plated (50 Pieces)

            Knot Covers, Clamshell with Closed Loop 3.7mm, Gunmetal Plated (50 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $2.49
            
             / Package | SKU: FCR-2088

Toggle Clasps, 17mm, Gunmetal Plated (10 Sets)

            Toggle Clasps, 17mm, Gunmetal Plated (10 Sets)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Sets.

                $6.79
            
             / Package | SKU: FCL-7493