Retired - Lucite Flower Ball Necklace

PROJECT N615
Designer: Julie Bean
Skill Level: Beginner
Lucite flowers in shades of violet and amethyst are tightly nestled together in this fun summer necklace. With a 36' chain, this long necklace moves easily as you walk, creating a fun motion and sense of
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.

  1. Thread onto one of your silver plated ball head pins 1 pearl, 1 lucite tulip/lily of the valley bead cap, and 1 lucite violet purple 6 petal flower. Create a wrapped wire loop at the base of your large flower. at the base of your large flower. Cut off excess wire with flush cutters. Repeat with 1 other head pin so that you have a total of 2 of these clusters.
  2. Thread onto one of your silver plated ball head pins 1 pearl, 1 lucite tulip, lily of the valley bead cap, and 1 lucite amethyst 6 petal flower. Create a wrapped wire loop at the base of your large flower. Cut off excess wire with flush cutters. Repeat with 1 other head pin so that you have a total of 2 of these flower clusters.
  3. Open an 8mm jump ring. Link onto it all of the above flower clusters through their wrapped wire loops. Close the jump ring.
  4. Thread your chain through the center of the jump ring above that has all the flowers on it. Pull the chain through the jump ring and center your flowers in the middle of the chain.
  5. On one end of the chain, open and link an 8mm jump ring to the last chain link. Close the jump ring. On the other end of the chain, open the last link the same way you would open a jump ring and place the small loop at the bottom of your hook clasp onto this open link. Close the link.
  6. Have a wonderful summer!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • CHA-9804 - Nunn Design Silver Plated Textured Cable Chain 4mm By The Ft
    Project uses 3 feet. You will need 3 packages.

  • FHP-5319 - Beadalon Silver Plated Ball Head Pins - 22 Gauge - 2 Inches (24)
    Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-5180 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 8mm - 18 Gauge (100)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCL-3210 -
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • BCP-40034 - Lucite 6 Petal Tropical Flower Beads Matte Violet Purple 30mm (4)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BCP-40050 - Lucite Tulip / Lily Of The Valley Flower Bead Caps Matte Frosted Crystal 6x10mm (12)
    Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BCP-40037 - Lucite 6 Petal Tropical Flower Beads Matte Light Amethyst Purple 30mm (4)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex
  • XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
  • XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
Additional Information
Theme Spring
Ingredients CHA-9804, FHP-5319, FJR-5180, BCP-40050,

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.
Nunn Design Silver Plated Textured Cable Chain, 4mm, by the Foot
You will need 3 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.
$6.29 / Package | SKU: CHA-9804
Beadalon Head Pin, with Ball Head 2 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, Silver Plated (24 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 24 Pieces.
$4.49 / Package | SKU: FHP-5319
Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 8mm - 18 Gauge (100 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.
$7.89 / Package | SKU: FJR-5180
Lucite Tulip / Lily Of The Valley Flower Bead Caps Matte Frosted Crystal 6x10mm (12 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 12 Pieces.
$0.18 / Package | SKU: BCP-40050
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
The Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
$6.49 / Package | SKU: XTL-5514

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