Retired - Piggy Pinwheel Necklace

Name: Retired - Piggy Pinwheel Necklace
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: N8033
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT N8033

Designer: Alexandra Smith

Skill Level: Intermediate

Save to Wishlist

Printer Friendly PDF
(if available)

Lustrous Czech glass 2-Hole Piggy and Lentil beads rotate with Austrian crystal pearls to form the petals of this bead woven focal. A delicate edging of Toho 11/0 Demi Round seed beads add contrast to the pendant, which hangs on a wire-wrapped bail from sterling silver oval curb chain.

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 make an 18 inch necklace. For a longer or shorter necklace, choose your desired length of chain.

Please watch the video: How to Make the Piggy Pinwheel Necklace. In this video, you will see from start to finish how to create this design using Czech glass 2-hole Piggy and Lentil beads, Austrian Crystal pearls, and Toho 11/0 Demi Round seed beads. You will also see how to wire wrap a bail onto your finished focal, as well as how to attach the chain and clasp.

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

BCP-10875 - Piggy Beads, 2-Hole Czech Glass Spacers 8x3.5mm, 25 Pieces, Chalk White Iris
Project uses 7 beads. You will need 1 package.

BCP-10665 - CzechMates Glass 2-Hole Round Flat Lentil Beads 6mm - Opaque Champagne Luster
Project uses 7 pieces. You will need 1 package.

SWP-4038 - Austrian Crystal, 5810 Round Faux Pearl Beads 4mm, 50 Pieces, Iridescent Light Blue
Project uses 7 pieces. You will need 1 package.

DRH-0035 - Toho Demi Round Seed Beads, Thin 11/0 (2.2mm) Size, 7.8 Grams, 85 Metallic Iris Purple
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

CHA-2637 - Sterling Silver Oval Curb Chain With Figure 8 Links 3mm Bulk By The Foot
Project uses 17.5 inches. You will need 2 packages.

XCR-1285 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Smoke Gray
Project uses 3 feet. You will need 1 package.

FCL-02208 - Sterling Silver Straight Lobster Clasps 8mm (4)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

FJR-03042 - Sterling Silver Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (20)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

WSS-22431 - 1 Oz. (48 Ft.) Sterling Silver Wire 24 Gauge - Round-Half Hard
Project uses 2 inches. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
XTL-0373 - Tulip Premium Scissors, Gold Handle 5 Inch, 1 Pair
XTL-5600 - Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
XTL-0034 - Wubbers Classic Series Round Nose Quality Jeweller's Pliers
XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers

Additional Information

Theme	Spring
Ingredients	BCP-10665, DRH-0035, CHA-2637, XCR-1285, FCL-02208, FJR-03042, WSS-22431,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

Bead Weaving 101: Getting Started with Off-Loom Bead Weaving
How to Make a Wrapped Wire Loop
How to Open and Close a Jump Ring
Product Guide: Using 2-Hole Beads in Jewelry Making
Seed Bead Size Chart

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.

CzechMates Glass 2-Hole Round Flat Lentil Beads 6mm - Opaque Champagne Luster (1 Strand)

            CzechMates Glass 2-Hole Round Flat Lentil Beads 6mm - Opaque Champagne Luster (1 Strand)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Strand.

                $2.79
            
             / Package | SKU: BCP-10665

Toho Demi Round Seed Beads, Thin 11/0 (2.2mm) Size, #85 Metallic Iris Purple (7.8 Grams)

            Toho Demi Round Seed Beads, Thin 11/0 (2.2mm) Size, #85 Metallic Iris Purple (7.8 Grams)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.

                $4.15
            
             / Package | SKU: DRH-0035

Sterling Silver Figure 8 Chain, 3mm, by the Foot

            Sterling Silver Figure 8 Chain, 3mm, by the Foot
        
You will need 2 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.

                $14.99
            
             / Package | SKU: CHA-2637

FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Smoke Gray (15 Yards)

            FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Smoke Gray (15 Yards)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.

                $6.65
            
             / Package | SKU: XCR-1285

Lobster Clasps, Straight 8mm, Sterling Silver (4 Pieces)

            Lobster Clasps, Straight 8mm, Sterling Silver (4 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 4 Pieces.

                $5.69
            
             / Package | SKU: FCL-02208

Sold out

Sterling Silver Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (20 pcs)

            Sterling Silver Open Jump Rings 4mm 22 Gauge (20 pcs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 20 Pieces.

                $3.77
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-03042

Sold out

1 Oz. (48 Ft.) Sterling Silver Wire 24 Gauge, Round/Half Hard

            1 Oz. (48 Ft.) Sterling Silver Wire 24 Gauge, Round/Half Hard
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Ounce Coil.

                $71.69
            
             / Package | SKU: WSS-22431