Beachy Dagger Necklace Tutorial

Create a stunning Beachy Dagger Necklace with this DIY jewelry-making tutorial by PotomacBeads. Learn to craft an opera-length necklace using a blend of Czech Faceted Round Beads, Athenacast Hollow Filigree Links, Czech Turbine and Dagger Beads, and Miyuki Seed Beads in size 8/0. This tutorial teaches you how to mix beading cable and waxed linen cord for a textured, boho-inspired look. Perfect for beginners and seasoned beaders alike, this project will add a unique, artistic touch to your DIY jewelry collection.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Beachy Dagger Necklace Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Czech Faceted Round Beads - Crystal 16mm, 1 Bead
  • Athenacast Links Hollow Filigree - Premium Gunmetal Plating, 1 Piece
  • Czech Turbine Beads - Jet Iris 10x12mm, 5 Beads
  • Czech Dagger Beads - White 7x17mm, 16 Beads
  • Athenacast Metal Beads Round Seamless Micro-Faceted Beads 4mm - Premium Gunmetal Plating, 10 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Crystal AB 8/0, 1 Gram
  • BeadTec Waxed Linen Cord, 6 feet
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Start with the central bead, creating a drop using a headpin and Athenacast Hollow Filigree Link. Use beading cable to string Czech Faceted Round Beads, transitioning into waxed linen cord for a mixed media effect. Integrate Czech Turbine and Dagger Beads with Miyuki Seed Beads for added texture and visual interest. Split the beading cable to introduce asymmetry, adding dimension with layered beads. Finish the assembly by securing the ends with crimp beads and integrating waxed linen cord at the back for an adjustable closure. Add decorative seed beads at the ends of the cord for a polished look.

    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
    • Beading Mat - Beading Design Mat
    • Bead Board: Flocked U-Channel Beading Design Board

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Beading Mat - Beading Design Mat
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Create a stunning Beachy Dagger Necklace with this DIY jewelry-making tutorial by PotomacBeads. Learn to craft an opera-length necklace using a blend of Czech Faceted Round Beads, Athenacast Hollow Filigree Links, Czech Turbine and Dagger Beads, and Miyuki Seed Beads in size 8/0. This tutorial teaches you how to mix beading cable and waxed linen cord for a textured, boho-inspired look. Perfect for beginners and seasoned beaders alike, this project will add a unique, artistic touch to your DIY jewelry collection.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Czech Faceted Round Beads - Crystal 16mm, 1 Bead
  • Athenacast Links Hollow Filigree - Premium Gunmetal Plating, 1 Piece
  • Czech Turbine Beads - Jet Iris 10x12mm, 5 Beads
  • Czech Dagger Beads - White 7x17mm, 16 Beads
  • Athenacast Metal Beads Round Seamless Micro-Faceted Beads 4mm - Premium Gunmetal Plating, 10 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Crystal AB 8/0, 1 Gram
  • BeadTec Waxed Linen Cord, 6 feet
  • Project Steps

    Start with the central bead, creating a drop using a headpin and Athenacast Hollow Filigree Link. Use beading cable to string Czech Faceted Round Beads, transitioning into waxed linen cord for a mixed media effect. Integrate Czech Turbine and Dagger Beads with Miyuki Seed Beads for added texture and visual interest. Split the beading cable to introduce asymmetry, adding dimension with layered beads. Finish the assembly by securing the ends with crimp beads and integrating waxed linen cord at the back for an adjustable closure. Add decorative seed beads at the ends of the cord for a polished look.