Create a simple collar necklace out of seed beads, gemstones and crystals. Allie's step by step instructions make this is a great introductory project to beading beyond basic stringing and stretch bracelets.
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This video tutorial guides viewers through creating a "Rainbow Reflections Necklace," a simple collar necklace crafted from seed beads, gemstones, and crystals. The tutorial is designed to be an introductory project for those venturing into beading beyond basic stringing and stretch bracelets.
What You Will Learn:
Basic Beading Techniques: Understand fundamental beading methods and how to work with various bead types.
Creating a Collar Necklace: Learn how to construct a collar necklace that can be adjusted in length without altering the design.
Working with Various Bead Types: Gain knowledge on how to effectively use different beads (8mm gemstones, 4mm gemstones, 11/0 and 8/0 Miyuki seed beads, and 2mm Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads) in a single project.
Clasp Attachment: Learn how to securely attach a clasp to your necklace using a wire guard.
Pattern Creation: Understand how to create and follow a beading pattern to achieve a rainbow reflection effect.
Technique learned: Basic Beading
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
• Gemstones - Dumortierite Round Beads 8mm, ~ 10 Beads
• Gemstones - Magnetic Hematite Round Beads 4mm, ~21 Beads
• Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Jet AB2x 2mm, ~ 50 Beads
• Miyuki Seed Beads - Dyed Rustic Gray Silver Lined Alabaster 11/0, ~ 5 Grams
• Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Silver 8/0, ~ 1 Gram
• Claspgarten Melon Box Push Clasp | 10mm | 1-Strand | Real Rhodium Plated (Silver), 1 Clasp
Enjoy using this jewelry-making bead tutorial video to help you become a more creative and happier beader!
00:00 - Intro Brief overview of the necklace design and introduction to the tutorial.
00:30 - Step 1 Introduction to materials and initial setup.
02:51 - Step 2 Detailed explanation of the beading pattern.
04:49 - Step 3 Continuation of the beading pattern.
07:09 - Step 4 Finalizing the beading pattern and closing off the necklace.
09:01 - Outro Final look at the completed necklace.