A fancy chandelier component allowed Cynthia to create a sparkling focal for this daring necklace design. Crystal pendants in Graphite create a dramatic display at the center of this design, which combines chain and leather in a striking way. Discover other ways to use chandelier components in your designs in this Artbeads Cafe episode.
Cut a length of gunmetal-plated brass vintage filigree and faceted bead chain approximately 6 3/4 inches long. Attach half of the TierraCast black finish pewter heirloom clasp set to one end using a sterling silver 5.35mm open jump ring. String a TierraCast antique rhodium 4mm beaded bead cap onto a 1-inch 20 gauge sterling silver eye pin, followed by a 6mm XILION bicone in Crystal Iridescent Green and another bead cap. Make a simple loop at the end of the beads. Attach this link to the other end of the chain using a 5.35mm open jump ring. Repeat this step to create the other side of the necklace.
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Nice choice! All or most of the products needed for this project are shown below with quantities. Sometimes we sell out of components and aren’t able to order more from the manufacturer (we know, it is very disappointing to us, too). Use the opportunity to mix up the design and make it yours by substituting similar products or altering the entire color scheme—it’s up to you!
A fancy chandelier component allowed Cynthia to create a sparkling focal for this daring necklace design. Crystal pendants in Graphite create a dramatic display at the center of this design, which combines chain and leather in a striking way. Discover other ways to use chandelier components in your designs in this Artbeads Cafe episode.
Cut a length of gunmetal-plated brass vintage filigree and faceted bead chain approximately 6 3/4 inches long. Attach half of the TierraCast black finish pewter heirloom clasp set to one end using a sterling silver 5.35mm open jump ring. String a TierraCast antique rhodium 4mm beaded bead cap onto a 1-inch 20 gauge sterling silver eye pin, followed by a 6mm XILION bicone in Crystal Iridescent Green and another bead cap. Make a simple loop at the end of the beads. Attach this link to the other end of the chain using a 5.35mm open jump ring. Repeat this step to create the other side of the necklace.
Crimp End and End Cap Tutorial
More Crimp End and End Cap Basics
Fancy Crimp End Tutorial