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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 bead weave the centerpiece of the necklace using Toho Demi Round seed beads and Czech glass Rulla beads, attach the chain, and wire wrap the hanging glass drop. You will also see how to make a simple matching earring.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
- BCT-703 - Czech Glass Matubo, Cylindrical 2-Hole Rulla Beads 3x5mm, 22 Gram Tube, Jet Bronze Luster
Project uses 5 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- WCR-4201 - Artistic Wire, Copper Craft Wire 24 Gauge Thick, 20 Yard Spool, Antiqued Brass
Project uses 1 foot. You will need 1 package.
- DRO-0016 - Toho Demi Round Seed Beads, Thin 8/0 (3mm) Size, 7.4 Grams, 502 Higher Metallic Amethyst
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.
- DRH-0006 - Toho Demi Round Seed Beads, Thin 11/0 (2.2mm) Size, 7.8 Grams, 204 Gold Lustered Montana Blue
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.
- BCP-10066 - Czech Glass Beads Flat Pear Teardrops - 16x12mm 'Smoked Topaz' (12)
Project uses 3 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FEA-3018 - Genuine Antiqued Copper Fish Hook Earring Hooks 16mm (24)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FCL-2526 - Antiqued Copper Plated Sleek Lobster Claw Clasps 10mm (6)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.
- FJR-3086 - Antiqued Copper Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge (50)
Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- XCR-1285 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Smoke Gray
Project uses 2 feet. You will need 1 package.
- CHA-9707 - Antiqued Copper Plated Round Rolo Chain 2mm Bulk 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