Retired - Royal Vortex Necklace

PROJECT N8013
Designer: Alexandra Smith
Skill Level: Advanced
This pendant features a regal swirl of Toho seed beads and Czech glass 2 hole SuperDuos woven together in a variation on cellini spiral stitch. The pendant hangs on antiqued gold twisted rope chain, topped with a bead cap and anchored at the base with a 12mm Austrian crystal pearl.
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 necklace measures 32 inches. To modify the size, adjust the length of chain used.
  1. Please watch the video: How to Do Cellini Spiral Stitch With Two Hole Beads. Using what you have learned in the video, begin by cutting 4 feet of beading thread, or as much as you feel comfortable working with, and string on your size 12 needle. As you weave, you will need to tie off and add new thread.
  2. String on your first row of beads as follows: Four 15/0 White, Two 11/0 Antique Bronze, Two 11/0 Teal, Two 8/0 Frosted Gold, Two Purple SuperDuos, Two 8/0 Frosted Gold, Two 11/0 Teal, and Two 11/0 Antique Bronze.
  3. Tie a double overhand knot. Take your needle and go through the first two 15/0 White beads. You are now ready to begin your weave as seen in the video.
  4. Follow along with the video to weave your pendant to the desired length.
  5. Sew on your bead cap, add your 12mm Austrian crystal crystal pearl stopper, and attach your chain as shown in the video. Enjoy your necklace!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • JSO-0198 - Toho Round Seed Beads 15/0 21F 'Silver Lined Frosted Crystal' 8g
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • JSK-0303 - Toho Round Seed Beads 11/0 223 'Antique Bronze' 8g
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • JSK-0211 - Toho Round Seed Beads 11/0 27BDF 'Silver Lined Frosted Teal' 8g
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • JSH-0350 - Toho Round Seed Beads 8/0 989F - Frosted Gold-Lined Crystal (8 Grams)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • BCT-570 - Czech Glass SuperDuo, 2-Hole Beads 2x5mm, 8 Grams, Metallic Pink Suede
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • SWP-1260 - Austrian Crystal, 5810 Round Faux Pearl Beads 12mm, 4 Pieces, Grey
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • BMB-4253 - Vintaj Natural Brass Fancy 16mm Filigree Bead Caps (4)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • FHP-5220 - 22K Gold Plated Head Pins - 21 Gauge - 2 Inches (50)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • FCL-7521 - Nunn Design Antiqued 24kt Gold Plated Lobster Clasps 12mm (2)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-5163 - Antiqued Brass Open Jump Rings 19 Gauge 6mm (50)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • CHA-9771 - Antiqued 22K Gold Plated 4mm Thick Twisted Rope Chain Bulk By The Foot
    Project uses 32 inches. You will need 3 packages.

  • WCR-2033 - Artistic Wire, Copper Craft Wire 20 Gauge Thick, 6 Yard Spool, Tarnish Resistant Brass
    Project uses 4 inches. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-1280 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Crystal Clear
    Project uses 16 feet. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-0109 - Beadsmith Extra-Fine Thread Snips - Cuts Textiles, Yarn, And More!
  • XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
  • XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
  • XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
  • XTL-5520 - Lindstrom EX Series - Flush Cutter Pliers 5 Inches Long
Additional Information
Theme Yoga, Winter, Vintage Look, Boho, Autumn
Ingredients JSO-0198, JSK-0303, JSH-0350, BCT-570, BMB-4253, FHP-5220, FCL-7521, CHA-9771, WCR-2033, XCR-1280,

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.
Toho Round Seed Beads 15/0 #21F 'Silver Lined Frosted Crystal' 8g
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.
$2.09 / Package | SKU: JSO-0198
Toho Round Seed Beads 11/0 #223 'Antique Bronze' 8g
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.
$4.45 / Package | SKU: JSK-0303
Toho Round Seed Beads 8/0 #989F - Frosted Gold-Lined Crystal (Tube)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.
$2.75 / Package | SKU: JSH-0350
SuperDuo 2-Hole Czech Glass Beads, Metallic Pink Suede, 2x5mm, 8g Tube
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 8 Gram Tube.
$2.59 / Package | SKU: BCT-570
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .
/ Package | SKU: BMB-4253
Head Pins, 2 Inches Long and 21 Gauge Thick, 22K Gold Plated (50 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 50 Pieces.
$6.19 / Package | SKU: FHP-5220
Nunn Design Lobster Clasps, Curve 12mm, 24K Antiqued Gold Plated (2 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2 Pieces.
$2.59 / Package | SKU: FCL-7521
Antiqued 22K Gold Plated Thick Twisted Rope Chain, 4mm, by the Foot
You will need 3 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.
$2.89 / Package | SKU: CHA-9771
Artistic Wire, Copper Craft Wire 20 Gauge Thick, Tarnish Resistant Brass (6 Yard Spool)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$4.59 / Package | SKU: WCR-2033
FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Crystal Clear (15 Yards)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$6.95 / Package | SKU: XCR-1280
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 pcs)
The Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
$6.29 / Package | SKU: XTL-5514
The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose

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