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Bee Keeper Necklace (Reboot)

PROJECT N8019
Designer: Alexandra Smith
Skill Level: Intermediate
This hive-inspired pendant combines Czech glass 2-hole Honeycomb beads with 11/0 seed beads. The bead woven design attractively frames a pewter TierraCast honeybee charm. The pendant is easily attached to a silver finished cable chain.
Reboot: We have updated this project with a pretty green Honeycomb bead and elegant rolo chain.
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.

This necklace measures 19 inches total. To modify the length, you will want to purchase a shorter or longer finished chain.
  1. Please watch the video: How to Bead Weave a Circular Frame Using Two-Hole Beads. In this video, you will see from start to finish how to make this project using Czech glass Honeycomb beads, Toho seed beads, and a charm. You will also see suggested design variations.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • BCH-0177 - Czech Glass Honeycomb Beads, 2-Hole Hexagon 6mm, 30 Pieces, Hodge Podge Blue Travertine
    Project uses 20 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • JSK-0242 - Toho Round Seed Beads 11/0 49F 'Opaque Frosted Jet' 8 Gram Tube
    Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

  • PND-5008 - TierraCast Fine Silver Plated Pewter Honey Bee Charm 11.7mm (1)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • AXC-0022 - Beadaholique Oval Cable Chain Finished Necklace, 18 Inch Necklace 3mm Links, Stainless Steel
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-03957 - Sterling Silver Open Jump Rings Oval 5x7mm 19 Gauge (10)
    Project uses 3 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-1285 - FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, 15 Yards, Smoke Gray
    Project uses 3 feet. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-3006 - Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 Needles)
  • XTL-5614 - BeadSmith Tools, Thread Snips 4.25 Inches Long, 1 Piece
  • XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
  • XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
  • XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex
Additional Information
Theme Summer, Spring, Pets/Animals, Autumn
Ingredients AXC-98946, FJR-03957, BCH-0130, XCR-1285, JSK-0242, PND-5008,
Useful Techniques & Learning Guides
Bead Weaving 101: Getting Started with Off-Loom Bead Weaving
How to Open and Close a Jump Ring
Product Guide: Using 2-Hole Beads in Jewelry Making
Product Guide: Using Charms in Beading and Jewelry Making
Seed Bead Size Chart

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.
Finished Rolo Chain Necklace, Round Links with Lobster Clasp 2mm, 18 Inches, Silver Plated
Finished Rolo Chain Necklace, Round Links with Lobster Clasp 2mm, 18 Inches, Silver Plated
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.
$5.55 / Package | SKU: AXC-98946
Sterling Silver Open Jump Rings Oval 5x7mm 19 Gauge (10 pcs)
Sterling Silver Open Jump Rings Oval 5x7mm 19 Gauge (10 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pieces.
$6.09 / Package | SKU: FJR-03957
Czech Glass Honeycomb Beads, 2-Hole Hexagon 6mm, Pastel Olivine (30 Pieces)
Czech Glass Honeycomb Beads, 2-Hole Hexagon 6mm, Pastel Olivine (30 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 30 Pieces.
$3.99 / Package | SKU: BCH-0130
FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Smoke Gray (15 Yards)
FireLine Braided Beading Thread, 4lb Test and 0.005 Thick, Smoke Gray (15 Yards)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$6.65 / Package | SKU: XCR-1285
Toho Round Seed Beads 11/0 49F 'Opaque Frosted Jet' 8 Gram Tube
Toho Round Seed Beads 11/0 49F 'Opaque Frosted Jet' 8 Gram Tube
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.
$2.49 / Package | SKU: JSK-0242
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = .
/ Package | SKU: PND-5008
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 pcs)
The Beadsmith English Beading Needles Size 12 (4 pcs)
$3.47 / Package | SKU: XTL-3006
The Beadsmith Tools, Thread Snips 4.25 Inches Long (1 Piece)
The Beadsmith Tools, Thread Snips 4.25 Inches Long (1 Piece)
$2.59 / Package | SKU: XTL-5614
The Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
The Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers
$6.29 / Package | SKU: XTL-5514
The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
$6.29 / Package | SKU: XTL-5511
Xuron Micro-Shear Flush Cutter Pliers - Cuts Up To 18 Gauge Wire (1mm) Thick, (1 Piece)
Xuron Micro-Shear Flush Cutter Pliers - Cuts Up To 18 Gauge Wire (1mm) Thick, (1 Piece)
$16.85 / Package | SKU: XTL-5600

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