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Ariel Necklace Tutorial

In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to make the “Ariel Necklace.” Use 2-hole beads like the RounDuo® Mini and RounTrio® to create a stunning netted rope. The materials needed for this project are listed in the description below.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Ariel Necklace Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
Czech Faceted Round 3mm - Sky Metallic, ~ 80 beads
RounDuo® Mini - White Baby Blue, ~ 40 beads
RounTrio® - White Blue Luster, ~ 40 Beads
Faceted RounTrio® - Crystal Blue Flare, ~ 48 Beads
Miyuki 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Light Pewter, 16 grams
Miyuki 15/0 - Montana Blue Gold Luster, 1 gram

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Gather materials and prepare your beading thread with a stop bead.
Start with a base row of 3mm Czech Faceted Rounds, separating them with 15/0 Miyuki seed beads.
Progress by adding layers of netting, increasing bead size from 3mm rounds to RounDuo® Minis and then RounTrio® beads for a graduated effect.
Incorporate Faceted RounTrio® for added dimension and sparkle.
To finish, attach a clasp by sewing through the last beads and securing the thread.
Manage thread ends and connection points for a neat finish.

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"
Ariel Necklace Tutorial
PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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Item Description

In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to make the “Ariel Necklace.” Use 2-hole beads like the RounDuo® Mini and RounTrio® to create a stunning netted rope. The materials needed for this project are listed in the description below.

Designer's Material List

The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
Czech Faceted Round 3mm - Sky Metallic, ~ 80 beads
RounDuo® Mini - White Baby Blue, ~ 40 beads
RounTrio® - White Blue Luster, ~ 40 Beads
Faceted RounTrio® - Crystal Blue Flare, ~ 48 Beads
Miyuki 11/0 - Duracoat Galvanized Light Pewter, 16 grams
Miyuki 15/0 - Montana Blue Gold Luster, 1 gram

Project Steps

Gather materials and prepare your beading thread with a stop bead.
Start with a base row of 3mm Czech Faceted Rounds, separating them with 15/0 Miyuki seed beads.
Progress by adding layers of netting, increasing bead size from 3mm rounds to RounDuo® Minis and then RounTrio® beads for a graduated effect.
Incorporate Faceted RounTrio® for added dimension and sparkle.
To finish, attach a clasp by sewing through the last beads and securing the thread.
Manage thread ends and connection points for a neat finish.