Retired - Callista Necklace

PROJECT N1022
Designer: Megan Milliken
Skill Level: Advanced
Delicate gold and silver plated beads are woven into beaded beads in this dainty necklace. It calls to mind a celebration, and would be perfect for the holidays, or for any special occasion.
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. Before you begin, watch the video: How to Make a Beaded Bead Using Right Angle Weave Double Needle Method.
  2. Following the instructions in the video, make two beaded beads using 3mm silver plated metal beads and one beaded bead using 3mm 22k gold plated metal beads.
  3. Cut a 16" length of 22k gold plated figaro chain.
  4. Thread the chain through one silver plated bead, the gold plated bead, and then the second silver plated bead. Make sure that the chain goes through the center of the beads, using two of the larger holes across from each other.
  5. Attach a 4mm, 20 gauge gold plated jump ring to one end of your chain.
  6. Use a second jump ring to attach a 10mm gold plated lobster clasp to the other end of your chain.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • BMB-5052 - Silver Plated 3mm Round Metal Beads (100)
    Project uses 60 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • BMB-5062 - 22K Gold Plated 3mm Round Metal Beads (100)
    Project uses 30 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • CHA-1606 - 22K Gold Plated Figaro Chain 4mm x 1.5mm - By The Foot
    Project uses 2 feet. You will need 2 packages.

  • FCL-4720 - 22K Gold Plated Curved Lobster Clasps 10mm (6)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-3914 - 22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 20 Gauge 22k Gold Plated (100)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-8933 - Wildfire Thermal Bonded Beading Thread .006 Inch - White- 50 Yd
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-3010 - Beading Needles For Soft Touch .010 16 Needles Size 10
  • XTL-5700 - Fiskars 5 Precision Tip Scissors - Super Sharp
  • XTL-0106 - BeadSmith Cordless Thread Zap II Thread Burner Tool
  • XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
Additional Information
Theme Special Occasion
Ingredients BMB-5052, BMB-5062, CHA-1606, FCL-4720, FJR-3914, XCR-8933,

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.
Silver Plated 3mm Round Metal Beads (100 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.
$4.39 / Package | SKU: BMB-5052
22K Gold Plated 3mm Round Metal Beads (100 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.
$8.77 / Package | SKU: BMB-5062
22K Gold Plated Figaro Chain, 4mm x 1.5mm, by the Foot
You will need 2 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.
$4.69 / Package | SKU: CHA-1606
Lobster Clasps, Curve 10mm, 22K Gold Plated (6 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 6 Pieces.
$4.99 / Package | SKU: FCL-4720
22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 20 Gauge 22k Gold Plated (100 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.
$4.05 / Package | SKU: FJR-3914
Wildfire Thermal Bonded Beading Thread .006 Inch - Frost / White- 50 Yd
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$9.95 / Package | SKU: XCR-8933
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Tools and Other Supplies:

Beading Needles For Soft Touch .010 16 Needles Size 10
/ Package | SKU: XTL-5700
The Beadsmith Cordless Thread Zap II Thread Burner Tool
The Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose

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