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on “Lost and Found”:“I favor the carnelian, but all are so lovely. The resin earrings are very pretty.…” read »
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“Jane this is one of my favorites of yours. Very well thought out.…” read »
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on “Agate Nugget”:“This is a fantastic necklace for fall wear! On our first day of fall out expected…” read »
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on “Fall and teal charm bracelet”:“I love teal with fall colors. beautiful design…” read »
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on “Desert Winds Bracelet version 2”:“WOW, your work is stunning, so professional! I’m afraid this is to complicated for this…” read »
- on “Lady bug 2”:
“OMG, another fabulous bracelet! Each bead was chosen with such thoughtfulness. It explodes with…” read »
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on “Mismatched Brass Elephant Earrings”:“Looks good in brass. If you want to go the extra mile, you could replace the…” read »
- on “Lady bug 2”:
“This is a beautiful bracelet!…” read »
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on “Two More Necklaces”:“Pyrite is one of my favorite stones, eyecatching necklaces!…” read »
- on “Goodbye to summer”:
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- on “Freebies”:
“Keep it. I love the focal with the heart and the chevron beads! Fabulous bracelet!…” read »
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Lavender Sky Necklace
About this design:
Amethyst is one of my favorite gemstones, so I was really excited to design something with these nuggets. I paired them with pink opal, aquamarine, turquoise, seed beads, and silver accents.
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
- Amethyst Rough Nuggets
- Pink Opal Chips
- Aquamarine Chips
- Labradorite Sticks
- Amethyst Faceted 4mm Rounds
- Peruvian Turquoise 6mm Rounds
- Amazonite 4mm Faceted Rondelles
- Silver Organic Tubes
- 11/0 Seed Beads
- Silver 24 Gauge Wire
- Beading Wire
- Silver Headpins
- Silver Crimp Tubes/Covers
- Silver Jump Rings
- Silver Lobster Clasp
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: Begin by sliding an amethyst nugget onto a headpin & make a bead charm. Next, use the wire & amethyst nuggets to make two bead links. Connect the first link directly to the charm and connect the second link directly onto the first link. See Tip: Make a Wire Wrapped Bead Link See Tip: Wire Wrap a Charm |
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Step 2: Use the wire to make bead links with the pink opal chips, aquamarine chips, Peruvian turquoise, amazonite, amethyst, and the silver tubes. Connect each link directly to one another. Continue making bead links until your bead chain is 6" long. Repeat to end up with two 6" long pieces of bead chain. Connect the chain to the top of the amethyst link with jump rings. |
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Step 3: Next, slide a 4-4.5" piece of beading wire through the topmost bead link & secure with a crimp tube & cover. Slide on the seed beads. To finish, make a loop with the wire & secure with a crimp tube & cover. Repeat on the other side of the necklace. Attach jump rings & a lobster clasp to the ends. See Tip: Crimping Basics |
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On Mar 04, 2021 at 4:32 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:Beautiful combination of colors and design!
On Mar 04, 2021 at 5:31 pm #
Fresh Baked says:Love the combo of pastels! Gorgeous raw amethyst chunks, too.
On Mar 05, 2021 at 9:17 am #
Beady Little Eyes says:Lovely pastels. Love the way you used the seed beads.
On Mar 05, 2021 at 12:03 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Oh, I’m in love with those Amethyst nuggets. I like how you used them as a linked drop focal. The small chips adds to the natural feel of the design too. Great ideas Elaina!
On Mar 09, 2021 at 9:54 pm #
DazzleBeads says:Thanks for this posting, it’s so very pretty. I always have problems with the tie off or crimping, otherwise I can make this!