Button KNotted Necklace Tutorial

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Have some vintage beads laying around the house? How about some beads remaining from a previous project? This necklace uses simple knotting and stringing techniques to make a multi-strand boho style necklace. So use up those beads, or pick up new supplies, and design your own. Happy Beading!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Button KNotted Necklace Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
Potomac Table Cut Buttons - Mixed 10 Pack, ~ 36 Pieces
Waxed Linen Cording - Brown, ~ 13 Feet
Antique Silver Irregular Spacers, ~ 20 Pieces
Silver Plated Oval Clip Clasp, 1 Piece

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Prepare Your Cording: Cut 13 feet of waxed linen cording into two equal lengths and fold them to create four strands.
Attach the Clasp: Securely tie the cording onto a silver-plated oval clip clasp using a loop method.
Begin Beading: Start by tying an overhand knot six inches from the clasp to designate the beginning of your beadwork.
Add Spacers and Buttons: Alternate between adding antique silver irregular spacers and Potomac table cut buttons, securing each with a knot.
Continue Beading: Work each strand one at a time, adding beads and buttons to your liking, ensuring a balanced design.
Final Knotting: Tie off the ends neatly and attach them to the other side of the clasp to complete your necklace.

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

  • Greek Leather Cord - Natural 1.5mm | 3 Meters
  • BeadTec Dual-Tip Paint Markers | Pack of 24
  • BeadTec UV Cure Resin | 50ml
  • Loctite Super Glue .14oz
  • BeadTec 10-Step Mandrel for Making Rings | 2-Piece Set | 1.5-10mm
  • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate Mini Pocket | Smoke | 3.5x2.5"

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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Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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Item Description

Have some vintage beads laying around the house? How about some beads remaining from a previous project? This necklace uses simple knotting and stringing techniques to make a multi-strand boho style necklace. So use up those beads, or pick up new supplies, and design your own. Happy Beading!

Designer's Material List

The designer's suggested colors & materials:
Potomac Table Cut Buttons - Mixed 10 Pack, ~ 36 Pieces
Waxed Linen Cording - Brown, ~ 13 Feet
Antique Silver Irregular Spacers, ~ 20 Pieces
Silver Plated Oval Clip Clasp, 1 Piece

Project Steps

Prepare Your Cording: Cut 13 feet of waxed linen cording into two equal lengths and fold them to create four strands.
Attach the Clasp: Securely tie the cording onto a silver-plated oval clip clasp using a loop method.
Begin Beading: Start by tying an overhand knot six inches from the clasp to designate the beginning of your beadwork.
Add Spacers and Buttons: Alternate between adding antique silver irregular spacers and Potomac table cut buttons, securing each with a knot.
Continue Beading: Work each strand one at a time, adding beads and buttons to your liking, ensuring a balanced design.
Final Knotting: Tie off the ends neatly and attach them to the other side of the clasp to complete your necklace.