Retired - Mint Julep Necklace

PROJECT N180
Designer: Andrea Morici
Skill Level: Beginner
Can't you just picture wearing this delicate Austrian crystal and gold filled necklace along with your finest millinery creation, while sipping on a Mint Julep at the Kentucky Derby? I can!
Instructions

Note: Components and tools listed within this INSTRUCTIONS box and the printer-friendly PDF, if available, may have been discontinued since this project was published. Refer to the PURCHASE COMPONENTS and TOOLS AND OTHER SUPPLIES sections for current availability.

  1. Please watch our instructional video to learn how to make the focal Austrian crystal beaded bead before proceeding.
  2. Use your flush cutters to cut sixteen to eighteen inches of the gold filled chain.
  3. Thread your chain through the center of the Austrian crystal beaded bead.
  4. Add a gold filled split ring to each end of the chain.
  5. To one of the split rings, add the gold filled spring ring clasp.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • XCR-1278 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 6lb Test and 0.006 Thick, 50 Yards, Crystal Clear
    Project uses 4 feet. You will need 1 package.

  • XTL-3165 - Set of 6 Big Eye Beading Needles in 4 Sizes - Easiest Needles To Thread!
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • CHA-1314 - 14/20 Gold Filled Delicate Long/Short Chain By The Foot
    Project uses 2 feet. You will need 2 packages.

  • FJR-01045 - 14K Gold Filled Split Rings 4.5mm (10)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCL-01053 - 14K Gold-Filled Spring Ring Round Clasps Closed Ring 5mm (10)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex
  • XTL-5496 - Xuron Jewelry Tool - Split Ring Splitring Pliers
Additional Information
Ingredients XCR-1278, XTL-3165, CHA-1314, FJR-01045, FCL-01053,

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. This project is RETIRED. Please review project instructions carefully—some items may no longer be available for this project and will not be listed below. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.
FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 6lb Test and 0.006 Thick, Crystal Clear (50 Yards)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$11.15 / Package | SKU: XCR-1278
Set of 6 Big Eye Beading Needles in 4 Sizes - Easiest Needles To Thread!
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Pack.
$21.25 / Package | SKU: XTL-3165
14/20 Gold FIlled Delicate Figaro Chain, 1.5mm, by the Foot
You will need 2 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.
$10.99 / Package | SKU: CHA-1314
14K Gold-Filled Split Rings 4.5mm (10 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pieces.
$5.79 / Package | SKU: FJR-01045
Spring Ring Clasps, Round with Closed Ring 5mm, 14K Gold-Filled (10 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pieces.
$11.99 / Package | SKU: FCL-01053
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Tools and Other Supplies:

Xuron Jewelry Tool - Split Ring Splitring Pliers
$23.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-5496

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