Fading Mirror Bead Necklace
Fading Mirror Bead Necklace
The Fading Mirror Bead Necklace is an elegant interpretation of the ombre trend. The graduating colors of the mirror beads used in this do-it-yourself necklace design create a soft fading effect that is utterly enchanting. With this tutorial, you'll learn how to make a beaded necklace using a series of wire bead links. The faceted mirror beads will twinkle as they turn and catch the light, putting on a dazzling performance every time you wear this piece.
Project TypeMake a Project
Bead TypeMiscellaneous
Time to CompleteIn an evening
Bead Technique UsedChainmail/Wirework
Bead Project TypeNecklace
Materials:
- #34741012- 32pc 10mm Rondelle Mirror Beads- Green
- #34741017- 25pc 8mm Round Mirror Beads- Aqua/Gold
- #34741005- 17pc 12mm Rondelle Mirror Beads- 2-Tone Cream
- #34718094- 46in Small Twist Silver Chain
- #34719038- 180pc Eye Pin Silver
- #34719059 - 145pc Starter Pack- Silver
- Needle Nose Pliers
- Round Nose Pliers
- Wire Cutters
Instructions:
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Cut the following lengths of chain: two 4-5/8 inches and two 4-1/2 inches.
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Gather one of each chain together using a 6mm jump ring. Repeat for the second set of chains.
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Using 4mm jump rings, attach a toggle clasp end to each of the 6mm jump rings.
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Make the following bead links: 18 aqua links, 14 green links, and 11 cream links.
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Connect the links in the following order: 5 aqua, 4 green, 6 cream, 4 green, and 5 aqua. Link this beaded section to the ends of the 4-1/2-inch chains.
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Connect the remaining links in the following order: 4 aqua, 3 green, 5 cream, 3 green, and 4 aqua. Link this beaded section to the ends of the 4-5/8-inch chains.