Pearl Collar Necklace - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads
Learn to create the Pearl Collar Necklace, an elegant and versatile design featuring 6mm pearls, SuperDuos, 11/0, 8/0, and 15/0 seed beads, and an infinite clasp. Using DragonThread and a size 10 needle, stitch a right-angle weave base with pearls and SuperDuos, then add a decorative interior using 3mm pearls, 11/0s, and crystals. Click here for complete bead & jewelry-making supply lists: ➡️https://www.potomacbeads.com/how-to/p... PotomacBeads Monthly Subscription Boxes: ➡️ http://potomacbeads.com/subscribe?utm... Finish the necklace by attaching the clasp securely and reinforcing the connections for strength. Customize your necklace by adjusting lengths, adding fringe, or experimenting with bead colors to create a statement choker or bracelet. The designer's suggested colors & materials: • SuperDuo Beads - Aztec Gold 2.5x5mm, 80 Beads • Potomac Crystal Bicone Beads - Crystal AB 3mm, 80 Beads • Potomac Pearls - Bright White 6mm, 35 Pearls • Azuki Seed Beads - Metallic Pale Gold Size 15/0, ~2 Grams • Azuki Seed Beads - Metallic Pale Gold Size 11/0, ~2 Grams • Azuki Seed Beads - Metallic Pale Gold Size 8/0, ~3 Grams • Claspgarten Infinite Box Push Clasp for Cabochons 10mm | 12mm | 1-Strand | Real 24k Gold Plated, 1 Piece • Czech Cabochons - White Shimmer 10mm, 1 Piece Enjoy using this jewelry-making bead tutorial video to help you become a more creative and happier beader! 00:01:00 - Materials Overview: Description of beads, clasp, thread, and tools used. 00:02:00 - Starting Right-Angle Weave: Building the base with pearls, SuperDuos, and seed beads. 00:04:00 - Creating the Pearl Chain: Adding repeating pearl and SuperDuo units. 00:06:00 - Attaching the Infinite Clasp: Securing the clasp with multiple thread passes. 00:08:00 - Adding Interior Embellishments: Linking 3mm pearls and crystals inside the base. 00:10:00 - Reinforcing Center Beads: Tightening the central design and linking SuperDuos. 00:11:30 - Continuing Interior Connections: Repeating the embellishment pattern across the necklace. 00:12:30 - Adding the Trigger Clasp: Attaching and reinforcing the second clasp side. 00:13:30 - Tying Off Threads: Removing stop beads and tying secure knots. 00:14:10 - Final Finishing & Tips: Burning thread ends, styling tips, and design variations.
