Retired - Heart Aglow Aromatherapy Necklace

PROJECT N828
Designer: Julie Bean
Skill Level: Intermediate
An intricate heart diffuser locket sits in the middle of this romantic necklace design. Holding the heart in place are hundreds of seed beads strung together and hung from pretty cord end findings and a scroll clasp.
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 want a ruler for this project as well.
  1. Begin this project by watching the video: Quick Tip: How to Restring a Hank of Seed Beads. Based upon what you learned in the video, restring the beads using Wildfire beading thread and closed jump rings. The closed jump ring can be any finish you want but they need to be 4mm in size. Start with 120 inches of thread and create a total of 5 strands, 18 inches long, anchored between 2 jump rings. Do the first 3 strands just straight across but for strands 4 and 5, weave them in and out of the first 3 strands so you end up with a bit of a messy braid look. Refer to the photo please. Once done, make sure to tie off your thread and snip off any excess.
  2. Find your heart diffuser locket and cut 2 felt pads down in size. You want them to be about 15 or 16mm in size, slightly smaller then a US dime. Squish the pads a little and fit them into the two halves of the heart locket, one on each side. Add a drop of two of your favorite essential oil. Close the locket back up.
  3. Using the large loop at the top of the locket, slide it over your bead strands so it rests in the middle.
  4. Next, watch the video: How to Use Cord Ends and Bead Caps to Finish a Multi-Strand Necklace. Follow what you learned in the video on both sides of your necklace. Once you have attached your ends, use a jump ring to attach one half of the clasp to each side.
SAFETY WARNING: Essential oils for external use only. Other than aromatherapy, dilute with a carrier oil. For topical use, rub a very small diluted amount on the inside of your elbow area to test for any allergic reaction before use. Discontinue use if any allergic reaction occurs. Keep out of the reach of pets. Essential oils can be potentially toxic to pets at certain concentrations. Avoid contact with eyes, keep out of the reach of children. If pregnant, consult with your health care provider before use.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • XAR-010 - Jewel Drops, Essential Oils for Jewelry and Aromatherapy, Set of 6, 10ml bottles
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • BCS-1893 - Czech Seed Beads Mix Lot 11/0 Vineyard Purple/Mauve/Amber 1/2 Hank
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-4021 - 22K Gold Plated Closed Jump Rings 4mm 20 Gauge (20)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • PND-0334 - Diffuser Locket Pendant, Puff Heart with Swirl Pattern 25x29mm, 1 Pendant, Silver Tone
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-3911 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 20 Gauge (50)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FHP-05326 - Silver Plated Head Pins - 21 Gauge 3 Inches (25)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BMB-8602 - Antiqued Silver Plated Bead/Cord End Caps Openwork Vine Pattern 10.5x6.5mm (2)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCL-7015 - TierraCast Silver Plated Pewter Vine Hook And Eye Clasp 7mm (1 Set)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-8953 - Wildfire Thermal Bonded Beading Thread, .008 Inch Thick, 20 Yard Spool, Black
    Project uses 120 inches. You will need 1 package.

  • XAR-005 - Fiber Perfume Pads for Essential Oil, Coin Shape 22mm, 20 Pieces, Purple
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5032 - Beadsmith Wire Looping Pliers - Concave And Round Nose
  • XTL-5450 - Xuron Jeweler's Super Fine Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
  • XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
  • XTL-5700 - Fiskars 5 Precision Tip Scissors - Super Sharp
Additional Information
Theme Valentine's Day
Ingredients BCS-1893, FJR-4021, FJR-3911, FHP-05326, FCL-7015, XCR-8953,

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.
Czech Seed Beads Mix Lot 11/0 Vineyard Purple/Mauve/Amber 1/2 Hank
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1/2 Hank.
$2.45 / Package | SKU: BCS-1893
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .
/ Package | SKU: FJR-4021
Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 20 Gauge (50 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$2.25 / Package | SKU: FJR-3911
Head Pins, 3 Inches Long and 21 Gauge Thick, Silver Plated (25 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 25 Pieces.
$3.07 / Package | SKU: FHP-05326
TierraCast Hook & Eye Clasps, Vine 20mm, Antiqued Silver Plated (1 Set)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Set.
$1.99 / Package | SKU: FCL-7015
Wildfire Thermal Bonded Beading Thread, 20 Yard Spool, Black (.008 Inch Thick)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$6.25 / Package | SKU: XCR-8953
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith Wire Looping Pliers - Concave And Round Nose
Xuron Jeweler's Super Fine Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
$25.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-5450
/ Package | SKU: XTL-5700

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