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
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This necklace measures 18 inches total. To modify the length, adjust the amount of chain used on either side accordingly. By following the instructions below, you will make one earring. Repeat all instructions to make the second earring.
- Please watch the video: How to Make the Byzantine Window Necklace and Earring Set. In this video, you will learn from start to finish how to create this project by bead weaving the center piece of the necklace, attaching it to chain, and wire wrapping the hanging glass drop.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
- BCT-710 - Czech Glass Matubo, Cylindrical 2-Hole Rulla Beads 3x5mm, 22 Gram Tube, Crystal Bronze Aluminum
Project uses 5 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- WCR-2440 - Artistic Wire, Copper Craft Wire 24 Gauge Thick, 10 Yard Spool, Stainless Steel
Project uses 1 foot. You will need 1 package.
- DRO-0005 - Toho Demi Round Seed Beads, Thin 8/0 (3mm) Size, 7.4 Grams, 201 Gold Lustered Amethyst
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.
- DRH-0043 - Toho Demi Round Seed Beads, Thin 11/0 (2.2mm) Size, 7.8 Grams, PF21F PermaFinish Frosted Silver Lined Crystal
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.
- BCP-10070 - Czech Glass Beads Flat Pear Teardrops - 16x12mm 'Transparent Amethyst Luster' (12)
Project uses 3 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FEA-3015 - Silver Plated Fishhooks Earring Hooks (50)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FCL-2507 - Silver Plated Curved Lobster Clasps 10mm (10)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.
- FJR-5454 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (50)
Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- XCR-1280 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Crystal Clear
Project uses 2 feet. You will need 1 package.
- CHA-0500 - Silver Plated Bulk Chain, Round Rolo 2mm, Sold By The Foot
Project uses 16 inches. You will need 2 packages.
RECOMMENDED TOOLS:- XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
- XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
- XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex
- XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
- XTL-5614 - BeadSmith Tools, Thread Snips 4.25 Inches Long, 1 Piece