Retired - Provence Pearl Necklace

PROJECT N8065
Designer: Alexandra Smith
Skill Level: Intermediate
Pleasing shades of lavender meld in this vintage style necklace, using a mix of 2-part resin and pigment. An Austrian crystal pearl floats at the center of a Nunn Design antiqued gold bezel. The pendant is embellished on the back with floral etchings, and hangs from a finished ball 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.

In addition to the materials listed, you will also need a few toothpicks, a face mask, and some disposable gloves to complete this project.
  1. To set your pearl: Begin by using a toothpick to apply a small amount of E6000 glue to the center of your bezel. Set one 6mm Austrian Crystal pearl into the glue, positioning the bead so that the holes won't show once the resin is added. Allow to dry for one hour.
  2. If you are new to using 2-part epoxy resin, please watch the video: How to Use Nunn Design Resin.
  3. To see how to color your resin, please also watch this video: How to Mix Nunn Design Resin and Castin Craft Pigment
  4. To mix your resin: Put on your disposable gloves and face mask. Based on the instructions in the video in step 2, measure your resin and stir with a popsicle stick until all striations are gone.
  5. Using what you have learned in the video in step 3, color your resin "Lavender Herb" using the following ratio of pigments to resin: 1 tsp Nunn Design Resin, 1 tiny toothpick tip Blue, 1 toothpick tip Red, and 2 toothpick tips White. Mix thoroughly.
  6. Next, use the tip of a clean toothpick to carefully drip the desired amount of resin into the bezel around the pearl.
  7. To attach your chain: Use pliers to open a 5mm jump ring, and slide on the loop of your pendant. Also slide on your 2mm finished ball chain. Close the jump ring.
  8. Enjoy your necklace!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • PND-6950 - Nunn Design Antiqued 22K Gold Plated Ornate Circle Bezel Pendant 22mm(1)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • SWP-6075 - Austrian Crystal, #5810 Round Faux Pearl Beads 6mm, 50 Pieces, Iridescent Purple
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-5252 - Gold Tone Brass Open Jump Rings 5mm 20 Gauge (50)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • AXC-023 - Finished Ball Chain Necklace, 2mm Links with Spring Ring Clasp, 16 Inches, 22K Gold Plated
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • TRC-14 - Nunn Design 2-Part Epoxy Resin Kit, Jewelers Grade Clear, 8 Oz Kit
    Project uses 1 kit. You will need 1 package.

  • XTL-1054 - E6000 Industrial Strength Glue Adhesive (0.18 fl oz)
    Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

  • TRC-84 - CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Opaque Blue Pigment Dye 1 Oz
    Project uses 1 bottle. You will need 1 package.

  • TRC-85 - CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Opaque Red Pigment Dye 1 Oz
    Project uses 1 bottle. You will need 1 package.

  • TRC-87 - CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Opaque White Pigment Dye 1 Oz
    Project uses 1 bottle. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
  • XTL-0023 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Bent Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
Additional Information
Theme Vintage Look, Spring
Ingredients PND-6950, FJR-5252, TRC-14, XTL-1054, TRC-87, TRC-84, TRC-85,

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.
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .
/ Package | SKU: PND-6950
Gold Tone Brass Open Jump Rings 5mm 20 Gauge (50 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$2.19 / Package | SKU: FJR-5252
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .
/ Package | SKU: TRC-14
E6000 Industrial Strength Glue Adhesive (0.18 fl oz)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.
$2.19 / Package | SKU: XTL-1054
CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Opaque White Pigment Dye 1 Oz
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 oz..
$10.99 / Package | SKU: TRC-87
CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Opaque Blue Pigment Dye 1 Oz
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 oz..
$10.89 / Package | SKU: TRC-84
CASTIN CRAFT Casting Epoxy Resin Opaque Red Pigment Dye 1 Oz
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 oz..
$10.99 / Package | SKU: TRC-85
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Tools and Other Supplies:

Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
$32.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-0020
Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Bent Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers

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