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Feeling Good Gemstone Necklace Tutorial

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Learn how to create a beautiful and meaningful "Feeling Good" gemstone necklace in this DIY jewelry-making tutorial by PotomacBeads. This step-by-step guide will teach you how to combine various gemstones, each with unique healing properties, into a stunning color block design. You'll also learn essential beading techniques, including threading, knotting, and using wire guards. Perfect for a thoughtful gift or a personal accessory, this necklace features lapis, carnelian, garnet, labradorite, peridot, citrine, fluorite, turquoise, and rose quartz, accented with 15/0 Duracoat galvanized gold seed beads and an Athena cast lotus flower pendant. Gather your materials and start creating today!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Feeling Good Gemstone Necklace Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Gemstones - Peridot Faceted Round Beads 3mm, 2 Inches
  • Gemstones - Garnet Round Beads 4mm, 2 Inches
  • Gemstones - Fluorite Round Beads 4mm, 2 Inches
  • Gemstones - Rose Quartz Matted Round Beads 3mm, 2 Inches
  • Gemstones - Citrine Faceted Rondelle Beads 4x3mm, 2 Inches
  • Gemstones - Lapis Lazuli Round 3mm Beads, 2 Inches
  • Gemstones - Magnesite 'Turquoise' Round Beads 3mm Blue, 2 Inches
  • Gemstones - Labradorite Faceted Round Beads 3mm, 2 Inches
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Gold 15/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Athenacast Metal Charms Round Lotus 8mm | 8mm | Real 24k Gold Plated, 1 Piece
  • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium 24kt Rose Premium 24k Gold Plated Plated Stainless Steel, 2 Pieces
  • Claspgarten Round Box Push Clasp | 7mm | 1-Strand | Real 23k Gold Plated, 1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Gather Materials: Collect various gemstones, 15/0 seed beads, Dragon thread, wire guards, clasp, pendant, and a beading needle. Prepare Thread: Double over the Dragon thread and thread it through a wire guard and clasp, securing it by tying a knot. String Beads: Create a color block pattern by stringing an inch of each gemstone with a 15/0 seed bead between each gemstone. Change Colors: Switch to a new gemstone color every inch, ensuring a diverse and balanced design. Add Pendant: Attach the Athena cast lotus flower pendant near the clasp for added charm. Finish Necklace: Secure the end with another wire guard and clasp, tying knots and burning thread ends for a neat finish. Adjust Length: Ensure the necklace is approximately 15 inches long for a comfortable fit. Final Touches: Trim any excess thread, check the necklace for durability, and enjoy your handmade "Feeling Good" gemstone necklace.

    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 Real Silver Plated Stainless Steel | Pack of 100
    • Bead Board: Flocked U-Channel Beading Design Board

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Feeling Good Gemstone Necklace Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Item Description

    Learn how to create a beautiful and meaningful "Feeling Good" gemstone necklace in this DIY jewelry-making tutorial by PotomacBeads. This step-by-step guide will teach you how to combine various gemstones, each with unique healing properties, into a stunning color block design. You'll also learn essential beading techniques, including threading, knotting, and using wire guards. Perfect for a thoughtful gift or a personal accessory, this necklace features lapis, carnelian, garnet, labradorite, peridot, citrine, fluorite, turquoise, and rose quartz, accented with 15/0 Duracoat galvanized gold seed beads and an Athena cast lotus flower pendant. Gather your materials and start creating today!

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Gemstones - Peridot Faceted Round Beads 3mm, 2 Inches
  • Gemstones - Garnet Round Beads 4mm, 2 Inches
  • Gemstones - Fluorite Round Beads 4mm, 2 Inches
  • Gemstones - Rose Quartz Matted Round Beads 3mm, 2 Inches
  • Gemstones - Citrine Faceted Rondelle Beads 4x3mm, 2 Inches
  • Gemstones - Lapis Lazuli Round 3mm Beads, 2 Inches
  • Gemstones - Magnesite 'Turquoise' Round Beads 3mm Blue, 2 Inches
  • Gemstones - Labradorite Faceted Round Beads 3mm, 2 Inches
  • Miyuki Seed Beads - Duracoat Galvanized Gold 15/0, ~ 1 Gram
  • Athenacast Metal Charms Round Lotus 8mm | 8mm | Real 24k Gold Plated, 1 Piece
  • Athenacast Wire Guard Protectors - 4.5x4mm Premium 24kt Rose Premium 24k Gold Plated Plated Stainless Steel, 2 Pieces
  • Claspgarten Round Box Push Clasp | 7mm | 1-Strand | Real 23k Gold Plated, 1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Gather Materials: Collect various gemstones, 15/0 seed beads, Dragon thread, wire guards, clasp, pendant, and a beading needle. Prepare Thread: Double over the Dragon thread and thread it through a wire guard and clasp, securing it by tying a knot. String Beads: Create a color block pattern by stringing an inch of each gemstone with a 15/0 seed bead between each gemstone. Change Colors: Switch to a new gemstone color every inch, ensuring a diverse and balanced design. Add Pendant: Attach the Athena cast lotus flower pendant near the clasp for added charm. Finish Necklace: Secure the end with another wire guard and clasp, tying knots and burning thread ends for a neat finish. Adjust Length: Ensure the necklace is approximately 15 inches long for a comfortable fit. Final Touches: Trim any excess thread, check the necklace for durability, and enjoy your handmade "Feeling Good" gemstone necklace.