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Minimalist Necklace Tutorial

Enjoy using this jewelry-making bead tutorial video to help you become a more creative and happier beader!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Minimalist Necklace Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
Silk Cord with Needle 4 - Gray
Potomac Crystal Links Triangle - White Opal 18mm
Montego Earrings

Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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Quick Project Steps

Prepare the Griffin Silk Thread: Stretch the silk thread to eliminate any give. Knot the end and prepare to add beads.
Add the Beaded Bead: Slide the beaded bead onto the silk thread. If desired, add knots to secure it in place.
Insert Charms and Knot Covers: Attach any charms or additional elements. Use knot covers to hide knots and give a professional finish.
Securing the Necklace: Use double knots to secure the thread and ensure that beads and charms stay in place. Add a clasp and loop for closure.
Finishing Touches: Trim any excess thread and apply glue to knots if needed for extra security.

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

  • Greek Leather Cord - Natural 1.5mm | 3 Meters
  • BeadTec Dual-Tip Paint Markers | Pack of 24
  • BeadTec UV Cure Resin | 50ml
  • Loctite Super Glue .14oz
  • BeadTec 10-Step Mandrel for Making Rings | 2-Piece Set | 1.5-10mm
  • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate Mini Pocket | Smoke | 3.5x2.5"

Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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

Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

  • Create a double or tripple leather wrap with an extra flair. Use seed beads to create a delicate border to showcase a mosaic of gemstones, crystals and glass. This wrap is comfortable to wear and makes a great piece to take (or make) on a summer vacation destination.

Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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Watch Anna Tonnesen as she provides detailed step by step tutorial instructions to learn to embroider with beads. Create the Glasgow Rose pendant or create your own masterpiece of DIY jewelry following this project tutorial. Learn how to lay out your embroidery project, cut and shape your surface, sew on beads, apply the backing and seem the sides of the piece.
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  • Embroidered Rings - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads

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Item Description

Enjoy using this jewelry-making bead tutorial video to help you become a more creative and happier beader!

Designer's Material List

The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
Silk Cord with Needle 4 - Gray
Potomac Crystal Links Triangle - White Opal 18mm
Montego Earrings

Project Steps

Prepare the Griffin Silk Thread: Stretch the silk thread to eliminate any give. Knot the end and prepare to add beads.
Add the Beaded Bead: Slide the beaded bead onto the silk thread. If desired, add knots to secure it in place.
Insert Charms and Knot Covers: Attach any charms or additional elements. Use knot covers to hide knots and give a professional finish.
Securing the Necklace: Use double knots to secure the thread and ensure that beads and charms stay in place. Add a clasp and loop for closure.
Finishing Touches: Trim any excess thread and apply glue to knots if needed for extra security.