Retired - Kariba Necklace

PROJECT N2124
Designer: Kat Silvia
Skill Level: Beginner
A coppery faceted necklace makes for a stunning, yet easy statement piece. The Czech Glass Hill Beads add character and style to this design.
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 19 inches. To modify the length, simply adjust the number of beads strung respectively. Note: You may need to purchase additional beads.
  1. Cut 24 inches of bead wire. String on one crimp tube about 2 inches from one end. String the wire through the loop on the bar side of the toggle clasp and back down though the crimp tube. Pull snugly and crimp the crimp tube. Trim any excess wire. Cover the crimp bead with a crimp cover.
  2. Next, string on the beads in this order: one 6mm gossamer hill bead (rounded side first), one copper bead, one 6mm gossamer hill bead (flat side first), one copper bead, one 6mm iris purple hill bead (rounded side first), one copper bead, one 6mm iris purple hill bead (flat side first), and one copper bead. Repeat this pattern four times, then finish with one 6mm gossamer hill bead (rounded side first), one copper bead, one 6mm gossamer hill bead (flat side first), and one copper bead.
  3. Then string: one 8mm iris purple hill bead (rounded side first), one copper bead, one 8mm iris purple hill bead (flat side first), one copper bead, one 8mm gossamer hill bead (rounded side first), one copper bead, one 8mm gossamer hill bead (flat side first), and one copper bead. Repeat this pattern four times, then finish with one 8mm iris purple hill bead (rounded side first), one copper bead, one 8mm iris purple hill bead (flat side first), and one copper bead.
  4. Finally string: one 6mm gossamer hill bead (rounded side first), one copper bead, one 6mm gossamer hill bead (flat side first), one copper bead, one 6mm iris purple hill bead (rounded side first), one copper bead, one 6mm iris purple hill bead (flat side first), and one copper bead. Repeat this pattern four times, then finish with one 6mm gossamer hill bead (rounded side first), one copper bead, and one 6mm gossamer hill bead (flat side first).
  5. String on one crimp tube. String the wire through the loop on the other piece of the toggle clasp and back down though the crimp tube. Pull snugly and crimp the crimp tube. Trim any excess wire. Cover the crimp bead with a crimp cover.
  6. All done!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • BCP-25004 - Preciosa Czech Pressed Glass, Faceted Half Ball Hill Beads 6mm, 24 Pieces, Crystal / Gossamer
    Project uses 24 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BCP-25042 - Preciosa Czech Pressed Glass, Faceted Half Ball Hill Beads 8mm, 12 Pieces, Iris Purple
    Project uses 12 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BCP-25030 - Preciosa Czech Pressed Glass, Faceted Half Ball Hill Beads 8mm, 12 Pieces, Crystal / Gossamer
    Project uses 10 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BCP-25016 - Preciosa Czech Pressed Glass, Faceted Half Ball Hill Beads 6mm, 24 Pieces, Iris Purple
    Project uses 20 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BMB-2551 - Real Copper Small Bicone Beads 3 x 3.2mm (50)
    Project uses 65 pieces. You will need 2 packages.

  • FCL-3006 - Genuine Copper Toggle Clasps 9mm (2 Sets)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • FCR-1008 - Bright Copper Crimp Bead Covers 3mm (x50)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCR-1531 - Genuine Copper Crimp Beads 2 x 2mm (x50)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-5043 - Soft Flex Metallics, 21 Strand Fine Beading Wire .014 Inch Thick, 30 Feet, Copper Color
    Project uses 24 inches. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex
  • XTL-5608 - Xuron 4 In 1 Crimping Pliers - Works On 1, 2 And 3mm Crimps!
Additional Information
Theme Autumn
Ingredients FCL-3006, FCR-1008,
Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

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.
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .
/ Package | SKU: FCL-3006
Crimp Bead Covers, 3mm, Bright Copper (50 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$2.69 / Package | SKU: FCR-1008
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Tools and Other Supplies:

Xuron 4 In 1 Crimping Pliers - Works On 1, 2 And 3mm Crimps

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