Jade Morning Necklace

PROJECT N2262
Designer: Kat Silvia
Skill Level: Intermediate
The natural variations of these Green and Yellow Jade gemstones give this necklace an organic, earthly feel. An open frame wire wrapped focal of tiny gemstones helps to complete the look of simple beauty.
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 measures approximately 16 inches. To modify the length, simply adjust the number of beads strung respectively.
  1. Begin by making the wire wrapped pendant. Cut off 24 inches of gold wire. Begin wrapping around the hammered hoop 7 times. On the seventh time with the wire on the outside of the hoop string on one 4mm jade bead. Continue wrapping the wire the same way as you began. Wrap 5 times and add another jade bead. Repeat to add 7 beads total and finish with 7 wraps. Trim any excess wire.
  2. Attach one jump ring around the non beaded portion of the hoop. Close the loop.
  3. Cut a length of beading wire about 20 inches and placing a bead stopper about 2 inches from one end.
  4. String the bead on in the following order: 4mm jade, 4mm yellow, 4mm jade, 8mm yellow, 10mm jade, 8mm yellow. Repeat 4 times. Then string on a 4mm jade bead , the jump ring (please note that the jump ring is snug to keep the pendant from moving too much and can sit "behind" the gemstones as seen in the photo. If you'd like a more free flowing pendant please use a larger jump ring) and then string on one more 4mm jade bead. Finally string: 8mm yellow, 10mm jade, 8mm yellow, 4mm jade, 4mm yellow, 4mm jade. Repeat 4 times.
  5. String on one crimp tube. String one thread protector. Thread the beading wire back through the other side of the thread protector but before going back thru the crimp tube string on one end of the toggle clasp so it rests in the thread protector. Thread the wire back down through the crimp tube and pull snug. Crimp the crimp tube. Thread the wire back through a few adjacent beads. Trim any excess wire. Add a crimp cover.
  6. Move to the beginning side of the necklace and remove the bead stopper. Repeat the above step on this side of the necklace.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • SPJD-302 - Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, Green Jade, Round 4mm, 8 Inch Strand
    Project uses 29 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • SPJD-300 - Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, Green Jade, Round 10mm, 8 Inch Strand
    Project uses 10 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • SPJD-308 - Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, Yellow Jade, Round 8mm, 8 Inch Strand
    Project uses 20 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • SPJD-307 - Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, Yellow Jade, Round 4mm, 8 Inch Strand
    Project uses 10 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCL-1755 - TierraCast Maker's Collection, Craftsman Toggle Clasp Set, 22K Gold Plated
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-1238 - The Beadsmith Flex-Rite Beading Wire, 49 Strand .018 Thick, 30 Foot Spool, Pearl Silver
    Project uses 20 Inches. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-2065 - Nunn Design Antiqued 24kt Gold Plated Open Jump Rings Twist 8.5mm 17 Gauge (10)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • FCR-4166 - 22K Gold Plated Wire & Thread Protectors .024 Inch Loops (50)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCR-9002 - Crimp Bead Covers, 5mm, 50 Pieces, Gold Plated
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCR-9007 - Crimp Beads, Tube 2x2mm, 100 Pieces, Gold Plated
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • WNT-2633 - Wire Elements, Tarnish Resistant Gold Color Copper Wire, 26 Gauge 34 Yards (31 Meters)
    Project uses 24 Inches. You will need 1 package.

  • FCO-9392 - Connector Link, Hammertone Ring 31.5mm, 1 Piece, Bright Gold, by TierraCast
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5608 - Xuron 4 In 1 Crimping Pliers - Works On 1, 2 And 3mm Crimps!
  • XTL-5511 - The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
  • XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
  • XTL-3000 - Bead Stopper- Stop Beads Sliding Off Stringing Material, 6 Pieces
  • XTL-9920 - Beadaholique Beading Mat, 12.5x9.25 Inches, 1 Piece
Additional Information
Theme Spring
Ingredients SPJD-302, SPJD-300, SPJD-308, SPJD-307, FCL-1755, FJR-2065, FCR-4166, FCR-9002, FCR-9007, WNT-2633, FCO-9392,

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .
/ Package | SKU: SPJD-302
Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, Green Jade, Round 10mm (8 Inch Strand)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Strand.
$15.75 / Package | SKU: SPJD-300
Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, Yellow Jade, Round 8mm (8 Inch Strand)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Strand.
$8.99 / Package | SKU: SPJD-308
Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, Yellow Jade, Round 4mm (8 Inch Strand)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Strand.
$5.69 / Package | SKU: SPJD-307
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .
/ Package | SKU: FCL-1755
Nunn Design Antiqued 24kt Gold Plated Open Jump Rings Twist 8.5mm 17 Gauge (10 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pieces.
$3.49 / Package | SKU: FJR-2065
Wire & Thread Protectors, .024 Inch Loops 22K Gold Plated (50 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$5.29 / Package | SKU: FCR-4166
Crimp Bead Covers, 5mm, Gold Plated (50 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$8.39 / Package | SKU: FCR-9002
Crimp Beads, Tube 2x2mm, Gold Plated (100 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.
$4.29 / Package | SKU: FCR-9007
Wire Elements, Tarnish Resistant Gold Color Copper Wire, 26 Gauge 34 Yards (31 Meters)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$10.45 / Package | SKU: WNT-2633
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .
/ Package | SKU: FCO-9392
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Tools and Other Supplies:

Xuron 4 In 1 Crimping Pliers - Works On 1, 2 And 3mm Crimps!
The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
/ Package | SKU: XTL-9920

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