Misty Blue Lotus Choker Necklace

Name: Misty Blue Lotus Choker Necklace
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: N2273
Availability: InStock

PROJECT N2273

Designer: Kat Silvia

Skill Level: Beginner

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Dark chrome and purple luster beads dance around pink bellflower beads and a coin lotus bead for a rich, yet demure strung choker necklace.

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 design measures up to 16 inches. To modify the length, simply add or subtract the number of beads strung respectively.

Take one head pin and string on one purple rondelle bead. Make a wrapped wire loop. Set aside. Repeat once more with another purple rondelle.
Take one head pin and string on one chrome rondelle and one lotus coin bead. Make a wrapped wire loop. Set aside.
Cut off 20 inches of beading wire and place a bead stopper about two inches from one end.
String on the beads in the following order: 1 chrome, 1 purple, 1 chrome, 1 purple, 1 chrome, 1 bellflower, 1 purple, 1 bellflower, 1 chrome, 1 purple, 1 chrome, 1 bellflower, 1 purple, 1 bellflower, 1 chrome, 1 purple, 1 chrome, 1 bellflower, 1 purple, 1 bellflower, 1 chrome, 1 purple, 1 chrome, 1 bellflower, 1 purple, 1 bellflower. Then 1 chrome, 1 wrapped wire loop with the purple bead on it, and 1 chrome; followed by 1 bellflower, 1 purple, 1 bellflower, 1 chrome, 1 purple, 1 chrome, 1 bellflower, 1 purple, 1 bellflower, and 1 chrome. To the center string on the wrapped wire loop of the lotus bead. From here you will reverse the pattern to mirror the first side.
Next string on one crimp tube and thread the wire up and over the wire protector. Before threading the wire back through the crimp tube, slide on one end of the chain extender so it sits in the wire protector. Thread the wire through the crimp tube and a few adjacent beads. Then crimp the tube with your crimping pliers. Add a crimp cover and trim the excess wire.
Remove the bead stopper and repeat the above step on the other side of the necklace. On this side you will add the chain extender. Then cut off the last link with the drop attached and open one jump ring to attach one lobster clasp.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)

FCL-1144 - TierraCast Brass, Lobster Clasps 15x9mm, 4 Pieces, Silver Plated
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

FCR-4165 - Silver Plated Wire & Thread Protectors .024 Inch Loops (50)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FCR-9001 - Crimp Bead Covers, 4mm, 50 Pieces, Silver Plated
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FCR-1715 - BeadSmith Crimp Tubes, 2x2mm, 100 Pieces, Silver Plated
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FCR-9010 - Necklace Chain Extender, Curb Links with Drop 2 Inches, 10 Pieces, Silver Plated
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

BCP-3064 - Czech Glass Beads, Faceted Rondelle 3x5mm, Chrome Opaque, 1 Strand, by Raven's Journey
Project uses 29 pieces. You will need 1 package.

BCP-3069 - Czech Glass Beads, Faceted Rondelle 3x5mm, Purple, Purple Luster, 1 Strand, by Raven's Journey
Project uses 26 pieces. You will need 1 package.

BCP-3010 - Czech Glass Beads, Lotus Flower Coin 18mm, Misty Blue Silk Matte, Pink Wash, 4 Pieces, by Raven's Journey
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

BCP-3004 - Czech Glass Beads, 5 Point Bell Flower 6x9mm, Pink Silk, 1 Strand, by Raven's Journey
Project uses 24 pieces. You will need 1 package.

XCR-5193 - Soft Flex, 49 Strand Medium Beading Wire .019 Inch Thick, 30 Feet, Satin Silver
Project uses 18 Inches. You will need 1 package.

FHP-5320 - Silver Plated Head Pins 2 Inches Long/22 Gauge (X50)
Project uses 3 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FJR-5150 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 5mm 20 Gauge (x100)
Project uses 1 piece. 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-5608 - Xuron 4 In 1 Crimping Pliers - Works On 1, 2 And 3mm Crimps!
XTL-3000 - Bead Stopper- Stop Beads Sliding Off Stringing Material

Additional Information

Theme	Spring, Boho
Ingredients	FCL-1144, FCR-4165, FCR-9001, FCR-1715, FCR-9010, BCP-3064, BCP-3069, BCP-3010, BCP-3004, XCR-5193, FHP-5320, FJR-5150,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

How to Make a Wrapped Wire Loop
How to Open and Close a Jump Ring
Stringing 101: Bead Stringing Basics

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: FCL-1144

Wire & Thread Protectors, .024 Inch Loops Silver Plated (50 Pieces)

            Wire & Thread Protectors, .024 Inch Loops Silver Plated (50 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $3.47
            
             / Package | SKU: FCR-4165

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Crimp Bead Covers, 4mm, Silver Plated (50 Pieces)

            Crimp Bead Covers, 4mm, Silver Plated (50 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $3.29
            
             / Package | SKU: FCR-9001

The Beadsmith Crimp Beads, Tube 2x2mm, Silver Plated (100 Pieces)

            The Beadsmith Crimp Beads, Tube 2x2mm, Silver Plated (100 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.

                $1.99
            
             / Package | SKU: FCR-1715

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Necklace Chain Extender, Curb Links with Drop 2 Inches, Silver Plated (10 Pieces)

            Necklace Chain Extender, Curb Links with Drop 2 Inches, Silver Plated (10 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pieces.

                $2.49
            
             / Package | SKU: FCR-9010

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Czech Glass Beads, Faceted Rondelle 3x5mm, Chrome Opaque, by Raven's Journey (1 Strand)

            Czech Glass Beads, Faceted Rondelle 3x5mm, Chrome Opaque, by Raven's Journey (1 Strand)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Strand.

                $2.99
            
             / Package | SKU: BCP-3064

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You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .

             / Package | SKU: BCP-3069

            
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .

             / Package | SKU: BCP-3010

Czech Glass Beads, 5 Point Bell Flower 6x9mm, Pink Silk, by Raven's Journey (1 Strand)

            Czech Glass Beads, 5 Point Bell Flower 6x9mm, Pink Silk, by Raven's Journey (1 Strand)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Strand.

                $4.99
            
             / Package | SKU: BCP-3004

Soft Flex, 49 Strand Medium Beading Wire .019 Inch Thick, Satin Silver (30 Feet)

            Soft Flex, 49 Strand Medium Beading Wire .019 Inch Thick, Satin Silver (30 Feet)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.

                $19.99
            
             / Package | SKU: XCR-5193

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Head Pins, 2 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, Silver Plated (50 Pieces)

            Head Pins, 2 Inches Long and 22 Gauge Thick, Silver Plated (50 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.

                $3.49
            
             / Package | SKU: FHP-5320

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Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 5mm 20 Gauge (100 pcs)

            Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 5mm 20 Gauge (100 pcs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.

                $3.39
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-5150