This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Allie Buchman's "Gemtopia Necklace" design. Find a list of supplies needed in the description below.
24 or 26 gauge wire (antique brass, anti-tarnish brass, gold-filled, or sterling silver)
Jump rings (4 needed)
Italian antique brass chain (1.5 feet)
Pendants (sunstone cab, preciosa drop in light Colorado topaz)
Pearls (approximately 4mm)
Hand-cut gemstones (mixed color gemstone strand)
Tools: Wire cutters, round nose pliers, needle nose pliers, bead on it board.
Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps
Quick Project Steps
Begin by arranging your pattern and selecting the gemstones and pearls.
Cut your chosen wire to length, and using round nose pliers, create loops for linking.
Add gemstones and pearls to the wire, forming eye pins with coiled ends.
Connect the wire segments with jump rings to assemble the main structure of the necklace.
Attach pendants to the necklace using jump rings, ensuring proper alignment and spacing.
Finalize the necklace by attaching the chain and making any necessary adjustments for length.
Create a double or tripple leather wrap with an extra flair. Use seed beads to create a delicate border to showcase a mosaic of gemstones, crystals and glass. This wrap is comfortable to wear and makes a great piece to take (or make) on a summer vacation destination.
Create a double or tripple leather wrap with an extra flair. Use seed beads to create a delicate border to showcase a mosaic of gemstones, crystals and glass. This wrap is comfortable to wear and makes a great piece to take (or make) on a summer vacation destination.
Glasgow Rose Embroidered Pendant - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
Glasgow Rose Embroidered Pendant - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
Watch Anna Tonnesen as she provides detailed step by step tutorial instructions to learn to embroider with beads. Create the Glasgow Rose pendant or create your own masterpiece of DIY jewelry following this project tutorial. Learn how to lay out your embroidery project, cut and shape your surface, sew on beads, apply the backing and seem the sides of the piece.
Comet Earrings - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
Flower Gem Earrings - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
Embroidered Rings - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
Join Our Growing Community
Our Testimonials
Only Visible on Admin Mode
Item Description
This video tutorial from PotomacBeads teaches you how to make Allie Buchman's "Gemtopia Necklace" design. Find a list of supplies needed in the description below.
Designer's Material List
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
24 or 26 gauge wire (antique brass, anti-tarnish brass, gold-filled, or sterling silver)
Jump rings (4 needed)
Italian antique brass chain (1.5 feet)
Pendants (sunstone cab, preciosa drop in light Colorado topaz)
Pearls (approximately 4mm)
Hand-cut gemstones (mixed color gemstone strand)
Tools: Wire cutters, round nose pliers, needle nose pliers, bead on it board.
Project Steps
Begin by arranging your pattern and selecting the gemstones and pearls.
Cut your chosen wire to length, and using round nose pliers, create loops for linking.
Add gemstones and pearls to the wire, forming eye pins with coiled ends.
Connect the wire segments with jump rings to assemble the main structure of the necklace.
Attach pendants to the necklace using jump rings, ensuring proper alignment and spacing.
Finalize the necklace by attaching the chain and making any necessary adjustments for length.
Bullet 1
Bullet 2
Bullet 3
You must be logged in to access the wishlist feature.
