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Waterfall Necklace Tutorial

Don't go chasing waterfalls ...GREAT, now I have that TLC song stuck in my head!!! But this is one waterfall you SHOULD chase! The Waterfall Necklace is beautiful and SIMPLE! You can use just DiscDuo® Beads and seed beads. That's it! I dressed it up with a tassle and a cabochon, but the decision is yours!. Technique Learned: Right Angle Weave

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Waterfall Necklace Tutorial
The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • DiscDuo® Beads - Pastel Petrol, ~9 Pieces
  • DiscDuo® Beads - Pastel Turquoise, ~6 Pieces
  • DiscDuo® Beads - Metallic Aqua, ~6 Pieces
  • DiscDuo® Beads - Marine Metallic Ice, ~6 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Pewter, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Silver, ~2 Grams
  • Luna Cab Round 18mm - Sky Blue, ~1 Piece (Optional)
  • Link Setting - Stainless Steel 18mm, ~1 Piece (Optional)
  • Silk Tassel 4cm - Light Gray, ~1 Piece (Optional)
  • Chain Italian Silver Rolo Chain, ~10 Inches
  • Clasp - Lobster Clasp 12mm - Silver Plated, ~1 Piece
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Gather all materials.
    Thread the needle with a comfortable length of beading thread.
    Start with a basic stitch technique, explained in the video, to create the foundation of your piece.
    Add beads according to the pattern or design you're following.
    Continue with the stitch technique, adding layers or expanding the design as desired.
    Finish the piece by weaving in the ends securely and attaching a clasp.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate | Crystal | 9x3"
    • Thread Zap II
    • BeadTec Beading Needles Sizes 10, 11, 12 | Mix Pack of 6
    • Plastic Caliper Tool - White
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Crystal/White | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool
    • BeadTec DragonThread - Green | Size 6 (Medium) | 50 Meter Spool

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Waterfall Necklace Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    Don't go chasing waterfalls ...GREAT, now I have that TLC song stuck in my head!!! But this is one waterfall you SHOULD chase! The Waterfall Necklace is beautiful and SIMPLE! You can use just DiscDuo® Beads and seed beads. That's it! I dressed it up with a tassle and a cabochon, but the decision is yours!. Technique Learned: Right Angle Weave

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • DiscDuo® Beads - Pastel Petrol, ~9 Pieces
  • DiscDuo® Beads - Pastel Turquoise, ~6 Pieces
  • DiscDuo® Beads - Metallic Aqua, ~6 Pieces
  • DiscDuo® Beads - Marine Metallic Ice, ~6 Pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 15/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Pewter, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Silver, ~2 Grams
  • Luna Cab Round 18mm - Sky Blue, ~1 Piece (Optional)
  • Link Setting - Stainless Steel 18mm, ~1 Piece (Optional)
  • Silk Tassel 4cm - Light Gray, ~1 Piece (Optional)
  • Chain Italian Silver Rolo Chain, ~10 Inches
  • Clasp - Lobster Clasp 12mm - Silver Plated, ~1 Piece
  • Project Steps

    Gather all materials.
    Thread the needle with a comfortable length of beading thread.
    Start with a basic stitch technique, explained in the video, to create the foundation of your piece.
    Add beads according to the pattern or design you're following.
    Continue with the stitch technique, adding layers or expanding the design as desired.
    Finish the piece by weaving in the ends securely and attaching a clasp.