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Cowrie Necklace Tutorial

Complement your simple, flowing summer tops with the dainty Cowrie Necklace! Simple drop necklaces are always in style, which is why you'll waste no time creating this subtle accessory! Featuring DropDuo Beads to design a unique pattern, your creativity will inspire others to find beauty in a project with few materials!! ⁠

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Cowrie Necklace Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • DropDuo Beads - Crystal Silver Rainbow, ~ 15 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Opaque Catalina, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Labrador Full, ~ 3 Grams
  • Wire Guards - Silver Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Lobster Clasp - Silver Plated, 1 Pair Secondary Colorway:
  • DropDuo Beads - White Shimmer, ~ 15 Beads
  • Toho Seed Beads 11/ - Permafinish Almond, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne, ~ 3 Grams
  • Wire Guards - Gold Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Claspgarten Push Clasp Crystal Ball 10mm - Gold, 1 Pair
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather all materials and cut approximately 6 feet of beading thread.
    Start Beading: Thread your needle with the beading thread and start by adding Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0, followed by an 11/0 bead, creating a base pattern.
    Adding the Clasp: After reaching the desired length, add a wire guard and attach one side of the lobster clasp.
    Creating Drops: Determine the placement for your DropDuo Beads and start adding them along with the 15/0 seed beads to create the drop effect.
    Finishing Touches: After completing the drops, finish the other end with a wire guard and attach the other side of the lobster clasp.
    Final Adjustments: Ensure all beads are securely in place and trim any excess thread.

    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"
    Cowrie Necklace Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Complement your simple, flowing summer tops with the dainty Cowrie Necklace! Simple drop necklaces are always in style, which is why you'll waste no time creating this subtle accessory! Featuring DropDuo Beads to design a unique pattern, your creativity will inspire others to find beauty in a project with few materials!! ⁠

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • DropDuo Beads - Crystal Silver Rainbow, ~ 15 Beads
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Opaque Catalina, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Labrador Full, ~ 3 Grams
  • Wire Guards - Silver Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Lobster Clasp - Silver Plated, 1 Pair Secondary Colorway:
  • DropDuo Beads - White Shimmer, ~ 15 Beads
  • Toho Seed Beads 11/ - Permafinish Almond, ~ 1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Champagne, ~ 3 Grams
  • Wire Guards - Gold Plated, 2 Pieces
  • Claspgarten Push Clasp Crystal Ball 10mm - Gold, 1 Pair
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Gather all materials and cut approximately 6 feet of beading thread.
    Start Beading: Thread your needle with the beading thread and start by adding Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0, followed by an 11/0 bead, creating a base pattern.
    Adding the Clasp: After reaching the desired length, add a wire guard and attach one side of the lobster clasp.
    Creating Drops: Determine the placement for your DropDuo Beads and start adding them along with the 15/0 seed beads to create the drop effect.
    Finishing Touches: After completing the drops, finish the other end with a wire guard and attach the other side of the lobster clasp.
    Final Adjustments: Ensure all beads are securely in place and trim any excess thread.