Retired - Peacock Parade Necklace

PROJECT N2104
Designer: Kat Silvia
Skill Level: Beginner
This fun strung necklace uses colorful peacock beads in an array of shapes and sizes for a stunning pop to any outfit.
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.

These instructions will give you a necklace that is approximately 24 inches in length. To adjust the length adjust the number of beads strung. Note that if you want a longer necklace, you will need to purchase additional Czech Glass Peacock Beads.
  1. To begin, cut a length of 30 inches of beading wire.
  2. About 2 inches from one end, string on one crimp tube and thread it through one closed jump ring and back down through the crimp tube. Crimp the crimp tube. Add a crimp cover. Allow the beads to cover the tail of the wire.
  3. Now begging stringing the beads, starting with one silver bicone bead. Now string the peacock beads in your desired order, alternating with the silver beads. Finish with a silver bead.
  4. Once you have strung all your beads, string on one crimp tube and thread it through the loop of one lobster clasp and back down through the crimp tube. Crimp the crimp tube. Add a crimp cover. String the wire back down through the adjacent beads.
  5. All done!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • BCP-8050 -
    Project uses 40 pieces. You will need 2 packages.

  • BMB-1334 - Bright Silver Plated Bicone Beads 4mm (100)
    Project uses 41 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCR-1216 - Beadalon Silver Plated Crimp Tubes 1.5mm (68 Beads)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCR-1053 - Shiny Silver Tone Crimp Bead Covers 3mm (x144)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCL-2513 - Beautiful Silver Plated Curved Lobster Clasps 12mm (10)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-4013 - Silver Plated Closed Jump Rings 5mm 19 Gauge (20)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-5441 - Soft Flex, Soft Touch 21 Strand Fine Beading Wire .014 Inch Thick, 100 Feet, Satin Silver
    Project uses 30 Inches. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5608 - Xuron 4 In 1 Crimping Pliers - Works On 1, 2 And 3mm Crimps!
  • XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
Additional Information
Ingredients BMB-1334, FCR-1053, FCL-2513, XCR-5441,

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.
Bright Silver Plated Bicone Beads 4mm (100 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.
$7.39 / Package | SKU: BMB-1334
Crimp Bead Covers, 3mm, Silver Tone (144 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 144 Pieces.
$5.59 / Package | SKU: FCR-1053
Lobster Clasps, Curved 12.5mm, Silver Plated (10 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pieces.
$8.29 / Package | SKU: FCL-2513
Soft Flex, Soft Touch 21 Strand Fine Beading Wire .014 Inch Thick, Satin Silver (100 Feet)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$43.29 / Package | SKU: XCR-5441
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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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