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Deserted Beach Necklace
About this design:
I wanted to design an elegant summer necklace, I love the gold and sapphire blue colors together. The shells and African brass add beautiful textures. You can definitely make more than one design out of these components.
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
You will need: - 1 strand of light sapphire recycled glass nuggets - 1 strand of desert gold recycled glass nuggets - 1 package of tiny Nassa shell charms - 1 African brass basket cage - 12 African brass etched mini rings - 10" Weaving thread (Wildfire) - 4 freshwater pearls - 1-2' of brass chain - 2 crimp tubes
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: Cut your weaving thread and start string the beads on in the order shown or in your own way. |
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Step 2: Then string on your crimp tube. The thread should go through the tube, then through the chain, then back down through the tube. |
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Step 3: Use your pliers to crimp the tube tightly. |
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Step 4: Finished, you can add a clasp to the chain if needed. |
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| 4.5" strand | $1.74 |
| 4.5" strand | $1.74 | OUT OF STOCK |
Light Sapphire Recycled Glass Nugget 17-22x13-14mm
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| 9" strand | $3.36 |
| 4.5" strand | $1.74 |
| Package of 40 | $0.70 |
| per foot: $1.30 |
| 1 Ounce Package | $1.90 |
WildFire Frost .008" Thread, 125 yards
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| 125 yard spool | $18.70 |
Wildfire Green .006" Thread, 20 yd
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| 20 yd spool | $4.09 |
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On Apr 16, 2020 at 9:31 pm #
GemmeDesign says:This is very original, i love how you paired the different components, beautiful!
On Apr 17, 2020 at 1:08 pm #
Andrea at Lima says:Thank you GemmeDesign! I have noticed a couple of your beautifully composed designs lately, I really like them.
On Apr 17, 2020 at 6:52 pm #
Crystal Canary says:The Nassa shells in the design are unique and perfect for getting us all ready for spring & summer fun!