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Balloon Necklace Tutorial

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In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie shows how to make the fun Balloon Necklace. Enjoy using this tutorial to become a more creative and happy beader! To purchase PotomacBeads products feature in the tutorial, see the link below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Balloon Necklace Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
Czech Drops 6x9mm, - 4 Colors ~ 210 Beads Used in Video - Czech Drops 6x9mm ,- Opaque Lilac Used in Video - Czech Drops 6x9mm, - Lilac Swirl Used in Video - Czech Drops 6x9mm ,- Opaque Chartruese Used in Video - Czech Drops 6x9mm, - Olive Grey Swirl
Clasp - Pewter S Hook, 1 Piece
Czech Faceted Rondelles 4x7mm - Montana, ~ 48 Pieces
Wire Guards, 2 Pieces
Silver Beads - Lantern 8mm, ~ 6 Pieces

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Gather all materials, including Czech Drops, seed beads, clasp, rondelles, wire guards, silver beads, and beading thread.
Start by mixing Czech Drops colors and thread them onto your needle with 11/0 seed beads in between for desired orientation.
Add a lantern bead at the beginning, followed by the mixed drops to achieve a layered look.
After stringing the drops, add rondelles and another lantern bead before securing with a clasp using wire guards.
Repeat the process for additional strands, ensuring each is similar in length for a balanced design.
Finish by reinforcing the clasp area and tying off the thread securely.

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
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Item Description

In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie shows how to make the fun Balloon Necklace. Enjoy using this tutorial to become a more creative and happy beader! To purchase PotomacBeads products feature in the tutorial, see the link below.

Designer's Material List

The designer's suggested colors & materials:
Czech Drops 6x9mm, - 4 Colors ~ 210 Beads Used in Video - Czech Drops 6x9mm ,- Opaque Lilac Used in Video - Czech Drops 6x9mm, - Lilac Swirl Used in Video - Czech Drops 6x9mm ,- Opaque Chartruese Used in Video - Czech Drops 6x9mm, - Olive Grey Swirl
Clasp - Pewter S Hook, 1 Piece
Czech Faceted Rondelles 4x7mm - Montana, ~ 48 Pieces
Wire Guards, 2 Pieces
Silver Beads - Lantern 8mm, ~ 6 Pieces

Project Steps

Gather all materials, including Czech Drops, seed beads, clasp, rondelles, wire guards, silver beads, and beading thread.
Start by mixing Czech Drops colors and thread them onto your needle with 11/0 seed beads in between for desired orientation.
Add a lantern bead at the beginning, followed by the mixed drops to achieve a layered look.
After stringing the drops, add rondelles and another lantern bead before securing with a clasp using wire guards.
Repeat the process for additional strands, ensuring each is similar in length for a balanced design.
Finish by reinforcing the clasp area and tying off the thread securely.