5 Minute Luster Necklace Tutorial

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In this 5 Minute Luster Necklace video, I demonstrate a very simple, easy to make project that is great as a first project for those who are new to jewelry making. This is a 5 minute DIY Project. Technique Learned: Basic Beading The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 5x8mm - Garnet AB, 24 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 6x12mm - Garnet AB, 25 Beads
  • Beadalon 49 Strand Wire.015, ~20"
  • Crimp Tubes - Rose Gold Plated, 4 Pieces
  • Ball & Hitch Clasp - Rose Gold, 1 Piece Secondary Colors:
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 5x8mm - Gold ChampagneAB, 24 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 6x12mm - Gold Champagne AB, 25 Beads
  • Beadalon 49 Strand Wire.015, ~20"
  • Crimp Tubes - Silver Plated, 4 Pieces
  • Ball & Hitch Clasp - Silver, 1 Piece
  • Step 1: Choose Your Materials

    Step 2: Watch the 
    Video Tutorial

    5 Minute Luster Necklace Tutorial
    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 5x8mm - Garnet AB, 24 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 6x12mm - Garnet AB, 25 Beads
  • Beadalon 49 Strand Wire .015, ~ 20"
  • Crimp Tubes - Rose Gold Plated, 4 Beads
  • Ball and Hitch Clasp - Rose Gold, 1 Pair Secondary Colorway:
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 5x8mm - Gold Champagne AB, 24 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 6x12mm - Gold Champagne AB, 25 Beads
  • Beadalon 49 Strand Wire .015, ~ 20"
  • Crimp Tubes - Silver Plated, 4 Beads
  • Ball and Hitch Clasp - Silver, 1 Pair
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    In this PotomacBeads tutorial you will learn how to easily make the 5 minute Luster Necklace using basic beading skills.
    Cut about 22 inches of Beadalon 49 strand wire. Put a crimp tube and clasp onto the end. Bring the wire back through the crimp tube and flatten it with pliers. Trim the end and put on another crimp tube.
    Watch the 5 minute Luster Necklace tutorial to learn some tips and tricks to designing this simple beaded necklace.
    Put on another 2 crimp tubes. Put on the other clasp end and bring the wire back down the second crimp tube and flatten it with pliers. Trim the end. Push the beads to the center of the wire and flatten the 2 crimp tubes to hold them in place.
    Make this beautiful 5 minute Luster Necklace in literally 5 minutes! You’ll love how flashy the crystals are, perfect for adding a pop of color to any outfit.

    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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    Item Description

    In this 5 Minute Luster Necklace video, I demonstrate a very simple, easy to make project that is great as a first project for those who are new to jewelry making. This is a 5 minute DIY Project. Technique Learned: Basic Beading The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 5x8mm - Garnet AB, 24 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 6x12mm - Garnet AB, 25 Beads
  • Beadalon 49 Strand Wire.015, ~20"
  • Crimp Tubes - Rose Gold Plated, 4 Pieces
  • Ball & Hitch Clasp - Rose Gold, 1 Piece Secondary Colors:
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 5x8mm - Gold ChampagneAB, 24 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 6x12mm - Gold Champagne AB, 25 Beads
  • Beadalon 49 Strand Wire.015, ~20"
  • Crimp Tubes - Silver Plated, 4 Pieces
  • Ball & Hitch Clasp - Silver, 1 Piece
  • Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 5x8mm - Garnet AB, 24 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 6x12mm - Garnet AB, 25 Beads
  • Beadalon 49 Strand Wire .015, ~ 20"
  • Crimp Tubes - Rose Gold Plated, 4 Beads
  • Ball and Hitch Clasp - Rose Gold, 1 Pair Secondary Colorway:
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 5x8mm - Gold Champagne AB, 24 Beads
  • Potomac Crystal Briolette 6x12mm - Gold Champagne AB, 25 Beads
  • Beadalon 49 Strand Wire .015, ~ 20"
  • Crimp Tubes - Silver Plated, 4 Beads
  • Ball and Hitch Clasp - Silver, 1 Pair
  • Project Steps

    In this PotomacBeads tutorial you will learn how to easily make the 5 minute Luster Necklace using basic beading skills.
    Cut about 22 inches of Beadalon 49 strand wire. Put a crimp tube and clasp onto the end. Bring the wire back through the crimp tube and flatten it with pliers. Trim the end and put on another crimp tube.
    Watch the 5 minute Luster Necklace tutorial to learn some tips and tricks to designing this simple beaded necklace.
    Put on another 2 crimp tubes. Put on the other clasp end and bring the wire back down the second crimp tube and flatten it with pliers. Trim the end. Push the beads to the center of the wire and flatten the 2 crimp tubes to hold them in place.
    Make this beautiful 5 minute Luster Necklace in literally 5 minutes! You’ll love how flashy the crystals are, perfect for adding a pop of color to any outfit.