Mont Blanc Necklace Tutorial

Climb to a new height with designer Anna Tonnesen as she introduces the Mont Blanc Necklace, a featured project from the December Best Bead Box. You'll string together Gemstone Round Beads, Large Hole Tubes, and beaded snowballs to create a necklace inspired by the highest mountain in the Alps. Gather up your December Best Bead Box or all the needed materials from PotomacBeads.com to begin your journey upward!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Mont Blanc Necklace Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Large Hole Tube 3.5mm - Antique Brass, 7 pieces
  • Gemstone Round 6mm - Matte Sodalite, 40 pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - White Pearl Ceylon, ~7 grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Matte Crystal AB, ~7 grams
  • Miyuki Drops 3.4mm - White Pearl AB, ~3 grams
  • Lobster Clasp 16mm - Brass, 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Start with the Lobster Clasp Loop: Use 11/0 seed beads to create a loop for the lobster clasp. String the Beads: Begin stringing 8/0 seed beads, followed by a 6mm Gemstone Round, and continue with the pattern. Create Beaded Snowballs: Integrate Miyuki Drops and 11/0 seed beads to form beaded snowballs along the necklace. Add Large Hole Tubes: Place Large Hole Tubes between sections of beaded snowballs for an elegant spacing. Attach the Clasp: Secure the lobster clasp to the end of the necklace, reinforcing the loop for durability. Finish the Necklace: Go back through the beads to reinforce the structure 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?

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

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    Climb to a new height with designer Anna Tonnesen as she introduces the Mont Blanc Necklace, a featured project from the December Best Bead Box. You'll string together Gemstone Round Beads, Large Hole Tubes, and beaded snowballs to create a necklace inspired by the highest mountain in the Alps. Gather up your December Best Bead Box or all the needed materials from PotomacBeads.com to begin your journey upward!

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Large Hole Tube 3.5mm - Antique Brass, 7 pieces
  • Gemstone Round 6mm - Matte Sodalite, 40 pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 8/0 - White Pearl Ceylon, ~7 grams
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Matte Crystal AB, ~7 grams
  • Miyuki Drops 3.4mm - White Pearl AB, ~3 grams
  • Lobster Clasp 16mm - Brass, 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Start with the Lobster Clasp Loop: Use 11/0 seed beads to create a loop for the lobster clasp. String the Beads: Begin stringing 8/0 seed beads, followed by a 6mm Gemstone Round, and continue with the pattern. Create Beaded Snowballs: Integrate Miyuki Drops and 11/0 seed beads to form beaded snowballs along the necklace. Add Large Hole Tubes: Place Large Hole Tubes between sections of beaded snowballs for an elegant spacing. Attach the Clasp: Secure the lobster clasp to the end of the necklace, reinforcing the loop for durability. Finish the Necklace: Go back through the beads to reinforce the structure and trim any excess thread.