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Pearl Shine Necklace Tutorial

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Learn to create an exquisite Pearl Shine Necklace with this easy-to-follow tutorial. This project uses materials like 18mm Mystic Greige Potomac Crystal Rivolis, Old Lace and Cream Rose Potomac Pearls, and Floral Opal AB Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads. The technique taught is a simple bezel setting with seed beads, perfect for DIY jewelry enthusiasts. Discover the joy of making your bespoke jewelry with this artistic and satisfying project.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Pearl Shine Necklace Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Mystic Greige 18mm, 1 Bead
  • Potomac Pearls - Old Lace 6mm, ~ 12 Beads
  • Potomac Pearls - Cream Rose 4mm, ~ 30 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Floral Opal AB 4mm, ~ 40 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Translucent Slate 11/0, ~ 2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Dyed Semi-Frosted Transparent Rose 15/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Athenacast Spring Clasp 6mm - Premium 24kt Rose Gold Plated, 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Thread your needle with a size 8 Dragon thread and gather your beads. Start the Base Ring: Create a ring with 20 size 11/0 seed beads. Add Extensions: Make 10 extensions using 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads. Add 6mm Pearls: Connect the tops of the extensions with 6mm pearls to form a cup shape. Secure the Rivoli: Use 4mm pearls and 15/0 seed beads to secure the rivoli in place. Decorate: Embellish the bezel with 4mm crystal bicones and additional pearls. Attach Necklace or Bail: Finish by adding a necklace chain or a bail for hanging.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
    • Thread Zap II
    • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
    • Plastic Caliper Tool - White
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Pearl Shine Necklace Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Item Description

    Learn to create an exquisite Pearl Shine Necklace with this easy-to-follow tutorial. This project uses materials like 18mm Mystic Greige Potomac Crystal Rivolis, Old Lace and Cream Rose Potomac Pearls, and Floral Opal AB Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads. The technique taught is a simple bezel setting with seed beads, perfect for DIY jewelry enthusiasts. Discover the joy of making your bespoke jewelry with this artistic and satisfying project.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Rivolis - Mystic Greige 18mm, 1 Bead
  • Potomac Pearls - Old Lace 6mm, ~ 12 Beads
  • Potomac Pearls - Cream Rose 4mm, ~ 30 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Floral Opal AB 4mm, ~ 40 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Translucent Slate 11/0, ~ 2 Grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Dyed Semi-Frosted Transparent Rose 15/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Athenacast Spring Clasp 6mm - Premium 24kt Rose Gold Plated, 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Thread your needle with a size 8 Dragon thread and gather your beads. Start the Base Ring: Create a ring with 20 size 11/0 seed beads. Add Extensions: Make 10 extensions using 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads. Add 6mm Pearls: Connect the tops of the extensions with 6mm pearls to form a cup shape. Secure the Rivoli: Use 4mm pearls and 15/0 seed beads to secure the rivoli in place. Decorate: Embellish the bezel with 4mm crystal bicones and additional pearls. Attach Necklace or Bail: Finish by adding a necklace chain or a bail for hanging.