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Rainbow Reflections Necklace Tutorial

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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.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Rainbow Reflections Necklace Tutorial
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
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather your materials and prepare about five feet of thread.
    Start with attaching the wire guard and claspgarten clasp.
    Begin beading by following the pattern for the necklace, using a combination of seed beads, gemstones, and crystals to create the rainbow effect.
    Progress through the pattern, adjusting the length as needed without altering the design.
    Secure the pattern and attach the other end of the clasp.
    Finalize and reinforce the beading to complete your necklace.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • PotomacBeads Stainless Steel Beading Cable Wire 49 Strand .018" (5 Meters)
    • BeadTec Clear Rectangular Acrylic Storage Box With 24 Screw Top Vials
    • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium RealSilver Plated Stainless Steel | Pack of 100
    • Bead Board: Flocked U-Channel Beading Design Board

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Rainbow Reflections Necklace Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    • Basic Beading

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    Item Description

    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.

    Designer's Material List

    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
  • Project Steps

    Gather your materials and prepare about five feet of thread.
    Start with attaching the wire guard and claspgarten clasp.
    Begin beading by following the pattern for the necklace, using a combination of seed beads, gemstones, and crystals to create the rainbow effect.
    Progress through the pattern, adjusting the length as needed without altering the design.
    Secure the pattern and attach the other end of the clasp.
    Finalize and reinforce the beading to complete your necklace.