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This necklace measures approximately 16.5 inches. To modify the length, simply adjust the number of beads strung on both sides respectively. Please note, for a longer necklace you may want to purchase additional gemstone beads.
- Cut off 20 inches of beading wire. Add a bead stopper about 3 inches from one end of the wire.
- String on the beads in the following order: 1 gemstone, 1 hexagon spacer, 1 gemstone, 1 hexagon spacer, 1 gemstone, 1 hexagon spacer, 1 gemstone, 1 hexagon spacer, 1 gemstone, 1 hexagon spacer, 1 gemstone, 1 hexagon spacer, 1 gemstone, 1 hammered tube, 1 gemstone, 1 hammered oval, 1 gemstone, 1 hammered tube, 1 gemstone, 1 hammered oval, 1 gemstone, 1 hammered tube, 1 gemstone, 1 hammered oval, 1 gemstone, 1 hammered tube, 1 gemstone, 1 hammered oval, 1 gemstone, 1 hammered tube, 1 gemstone, 1 hammered oval, 1 gemstone, 1 hammered tube, 1 gemstone, 1 hexagon spacer, 1 gemstone, 1 hexagon spacer, 1 gemstone, 1 hexagon spacer, 1 gemstone, 1 hexagon spacer, 1 gemstone, 1 hexagon spacer, 1 gemstone, 1 hexagon spacer, and 1 gemstone.
- String on 1 cone bead (large side first). String on one 2.5mm crimp tube. String one closed jump ring. Thread the beading wire back through the crimp tube and pull snug. Crimp the crimp tube. Thread the wire back through the bead cone and a few adjacent beads. Trim any excess wire. Add a crimp cover.
- Move to the beginning side of the necklace and remove the bead stopper. Repeat the above step on this side of the necklace.
- Open one jump ring and attach it to another jump ring and to one lobster clasp. Close the jump ring.
- Move to the other side of the necklace and attach one open jump ring to a second jump ring and to one necklace extender and you're all done.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
- SPMA-110 - Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, Green Malachite, Round 8mm, 8 Inch Strand
Project uses 24 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- AXC-2728 - 22K Gold Plated Chain Necklace Extender - 3 Inch (x10)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.
- FCL-1146 - TierraCast Brass, Lobster Clasps 15x9mm, 4 Pieces, 22K Gold Plated
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.
- FJR-5220 - 222K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 6mm 20 Gauge (20 pcs)
Project uses 4 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- XCR-69893 - Beadalon Beading Wire Gold Color 19 Strand .018 Inch / 30 Feet
Project uses 20 Inches. You will need 1 package.
- BMB-924 - TierraCast Spacer Bead, Hammered Tube 5.5x10.8mm. 2 Pieces, Bright Gold Plated
Project uses 6 pieces. You will need 3 packages.
- BMB-909 - TierraCast Spacer Bead, Hammered Oval 7.5x20.5mm, 2 Pieces, Bright Gold Plated
Project uses 5 pieces. You will need 3 packages.
- FCR-1719 - The Beadsmith Crimp Beads, Tube 2.5x2.5mm, Gold Plated (100 Pieces)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FCR-1057 - Bright Gold Tone Crimp Bead Covers 4mm (x144)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- BMB-3221 - TierraCast 22K Gold Plated Pewter Hexagon Spacer Beads 3.8mm (50)
Project uses 12 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- BMB-3302 - TierraCast 22K Gold Plated Pewter Hammered Cone Bead Caps 8mm (x2)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
RECOMMENDED TOOLS:- XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
- XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
- XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
- XTL-3000 - Bead Stopper- Stop Beads Sliding Off Stringing Material