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on “Harvest moon and Bad moon”:“These are perfect for Halloween or just fall in general. Those moon faces are very cool.…” read »
on “Harvest moon and Bad moon”:“I love your bracelets Kim!! I have made a few of those wrap bracelets...but you reminded…” read »
on “Harvest moon and Bad moon”:“Fantastic bracelets! You can wear them all year around; not just for this time of year.…” read »
on “Harvest moon and Bad moon”:“Love the bracelets! The colors are perfect for the moon buttons.…” read »
on “Harvest moon and Bad moon”:“What a great idea. Perfect for autumn, Halloween, and the dark blue for winter. …” read »
on “The Autumn Leaves Pass Through My Fingers”:“I’ve posted some things in the past that I thought were a bit questionable. Then the…” read »
- on “Golem Kitty”:
“Love your bead & color selections, Jane! You put jewelry elements together so well.…” read »
- on “Another Fall Necklace”:
“Thanks to all for your comments!…” read »
- on “Golem Kitty”:
“Thanks to all for the great comments!…” read »
on “Dainty Woven Necklace with Birdies”:“Thanks for the great comments. Those lustered Lagoon Seed Beads are beautiful. And the birdies are…” read »
on “Fall Festival Bracelet Stack”:“Gorgeous fall bracelets !! Can't pick a favorite that's for sure…” read »
on “Dainty Woven Necklace with Birdies”:“Opaque Lustered Lagoon--one of my favorite seed beads--what a stunning design Beady. I love the…” read »
- on “Another Tin Snippets”:
“Very fun Jane!…” read »
- on “Seaside Hideaway Necklace”:
“Beautiful necklace Elaina. The soft colors are lovely. I like the randomness of the…” read »
on “Mushrooms and Moss”:“Thank you so much guys!…” read »
- on “The Autumn Leaves Pass Through My Fingers”:
“Thanks GZ and KR. I had a hard time attaching the bony hands. I think it took…” read »
- on “Crazy Chickens Necklace”:
“Thanks Crystal and Kathryn. This took some time but was a lot of fun.…” read »
- on “Fall Festival Bracelet Stack”:
“Great bracelets!…” read »
on “Crazy Chickens Necklace”:“Beady what a gorgeous piece of beadwork art! Really admire and love your work.…” read »
- on “Another Fall Necklace”:
“I thought I had commented on this one but I guess not. It's a wonderful set.…” read »
- on “Golem Kitty”:
“So you Sweetjane. Pretty with a kitty, LOL. Love it.…” read »
- on “The Autumn Leaves Pass Through My Fingers”:
“Fun for the spooky season. It's great Beady, like all your pieces.…” read »
on “Seaside Hideaway Necklace”:“Elaina, This is a Very beautiful design. I love the soft colors in pastel.…” read »
- on “Fall Festival Bracelet Stack”:
“So pretty for fall. I love the button you chose for the ladder stitch bracelet. And…” read »
- on “Lost at Sea”:
“Thanks CC! I thought the same thing about the giant squid from 20,000 Leagues!! haha ha,…” read »
- on “Fall Festival Bracelet Stack”:
“You are having way too much fun making bracelets. So many beads so little time.…” read »
- on “The Autumn Leaves Pass Through My Fingers”:
“Beady, your wire-work is outstanding! I like how it's kind of a fun necklace (not junk…” read »
- on “Another Fall Necklace”:
“What a nice set - I like the Earthy almost tribal sense I get from these…” read »
- on “Feeling Blessed”:
“This is so pretty! The Amazonite color matches the bird perfectly - I love it!…” read »
- on “Fall Festival Bracelet Stack”:
“Elaina- I knew you had a lot of fun making these beautiful bracelets before I read…” read »
on “Feeling Blessed”:“I love this piece? The way you combine the components and beads is playful yet beautiful.…” read »
- on “A Riff on Wild Roses Necklace”:
“I can't believe how different this piece is from the last. Using the wire creates…” read »
- on “Poem”:
“Kathleen, I love your poem & your ability to pour out your thoughts & feelings. …” read »
- on “Golem Kitty”:
“Such a pretty kitty pendant. And beautiful combination of beads to match.…” read »
- on “The Autumn Leaves Pass Through My Fingers”:
“Hahaha.. You ladies crack me up. Actually this necklace was to much fun. Kimberly - I…” read »
- on “Another Fall Necklace”:
“Love the design and color of both pieces and those lamp work beads are really neat.…” read »
- on “The Autumn Leaves Pass Through My Fingers”:
“You had way to much fun with this necklace didn't you? Love all of the…” read »
- on “Golem Kitty”:
“Love the Golem Kitty. It makes all of the beads with it look so good.…” read »
- on “Golem Kitty”:
“Pam...as far as I know all the blue are Apatite. These are Nancy's beads. Everything I…” read »
- on “Don’t make this mistake”:
“petunia- i accidently droped the beads in tarnx while cleaning the clasp to my necklace.- the…” read »
Island Coconut Necklace
About this design:
I am in love the green turquoise hues and the unique shape of the Brazil Amazonite Faceted Diamonds. I paired them with coconut and African Trade beads for a tropical look. I think the diamonds create a beautiful fringe which lays nicely on my décolletage.
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
- Brazil Amazonite Faceted Diamonds
- Stringing Cord
- 5 or 6 mm Jump Rings
- Crimp Tubes
- Coconut Beads
- African Trade Beads
- 11/0 Seed Beads
- WildFire .006" Thread or Soft Flex Beading Wire .014"
- One 4mm jump ring
- 1 clasp
- Crimping Pliers (recommended)
Additional Images:
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: Measure the cord around your neck to see where you would like this necklace to lay. Add a few inches extra onto that measurement to allow room for cord ends/finishing touches. Start stringing on the beads in the order shown. |
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Step 2: Keep stringing beads on until you have reached your desired length,be sure to leave some room for your crimp tubes and clasp. |
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Step 3: Feed the cord up through the crimp tube and through the jump ring. I do this twice for extra security. Use crimp pliers to crimp the tube. Place the crimp cover on top of the tube for a nice clean look. |
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Step 4: Use a small jump ring to attach your clasp. Now it's ready to wear! |
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Soft Flex Satin Silver .014" (Fine) 21 Strand Wire 30ft.
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On Jul 15, 2021 at 2:12 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:Andrea, you have really highlighted the Russian
Amazonite diamonds. I can see why you love them.
On Jul 15, 2021 at 5:08 pm #
SilverCords aka Judy says:This is a gorgeous piece!!
On Jul 16, 2021 at 12:35 am #
K Ralston says:Very pretty and unique piece. Love the color and the shape.
On Jul 16, 2021 at 2:33 pm #
Beady Little Eyes says:So lovely Andrea. Amazonite is so pretty with the coconut shell beads.
On Jul 17, 2021 at 8:29 am #
kye says:Beautiful! Those Amazonite diamonds are gorgeous.
On Jul 17, 2021 at 2:57 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Andrea, great use of the Amazonite diamonds! They make a stunning focal. Love the island vibe–I can see the tantalizing waters in my mind’s eye….calling….
On Jul 20, 2021 at 9:43 am #
Andrea at Lima says:I love everyone’s positive feedback, thank you!!!