Necklace Beading Ideas, Page 16

Catherine Cross Choker

A two-needle RAW weave using Swarovski 3mm pearls and Swarovski crystal bicones. The fastening is a beaded 8mm Swarovski pearl. The name is a reference to Catherine the Great, who was patron of the Arts while she reigned in Russia. The cross is a right angle weave exercise taught in Moscow beading schools.

Good Fortune Pendant & Jade Necklace

This piece is made with Milo wood, from Hawaii, natural jade and sinew rope. I cut out the wood piece used in this design then use the sinew to tie them all in together. I made this design originally to sell in my store after taking a hike to South Point, Hawaii…but I may decide […]

Punk n Funk! Neclace

It was another day at work, but it was different! I just could not get a hang of what to create, given so many new beads lay in front of me. That’s when I strung this neckpiece by clubbing all the funky beads together. The inspiration behind this necklace is punk. I love the clashing […]

Onyx and Wood Tribute Necklace

This piece was inspired by a very special person. Recently, I was honored to be present at a local church to witness a performance by the African Children’s Choir. The choir director, a striking woman and former member who has since earned a degree in design, participated throughout the moving concert. Though I was far […]

Godess of Inspiration

This piece is made of: Vintage Pendant Czech Fire Polished Glass Beads & Crystals Swarovski Crystals Pewter Spacers Heart Toggle Clasp

Greenpeace Set

The necklace and earring set is made with handmade fimo (polymer clay) beads, Polaris beads, and bronze metal chain.

Flowering Green Pagoda Pendant

In my exploration with the application of the needle lace technique to wire work, I created this lovely pendant. It reminded me of the Japanese Pagodas, hence the name. Created with 20 gauge wire as the base element and 26 gauge sterling wire for the netting. Swarovski crystals were used on the ends of the […]

Leopard Of The Jungle

I found the three leopard print beads in a bag of things from a yard sale – adding the pearls and rust colored beads and made this lovely necklace of the jungle. When I saw the three of them I knew they would find a place on my display stand.

Sun Goddess Necklace

I wove a freshwater pearl with golden seed beads to create a rose feature. I used strong fireline to weave the seed beads around the freshwater pearl. I made a circle with the seed beads and then wove the pearl on, then working in rounds I added the petals. Around the rose sit clusters of […]

Pearl Spear Necklace

A chain and wire-strand necklace with a hammered steel toggle clasp. Made with sodalite beads and pendant, small Swarovski bicone crystals, and mother-of-pearl spears. Simply attach the tigertail wire to one end of a bit of chain, string your beads, and then connect the wire to the other side of the chain! All materials used […]

Peace + Beads = Happiness

I found this brown brand resin pendant on a shopping trip and couldn’t wait to use it. I love working with earth tones and this pendant gave me the perfect opportunity to mix it up! I used a one leather cord, green and gold glass beads, brown branch resin pendant, a small flower charm and […]

Druid Necklace

I just loved these beads, they were made by Caron at halo beads. The colours just lent themselves to be blended with black seed beads and some multi-faceted beads, to add a bit more sparkle. The little diamonte heart clasp just finished it off nicely. This is quite long and I did take it apart […]

Malachite Glass Necklace

This necklace was made of lampworked beads by Mimi from Mimi Art Glass. She creates many styles of jewelry, inluding some remarkable lampworked beads. From Mimi: The ancient Egyptians often used glass beads in jewelry to emulate precious stones. This inspired me to create lampworked beads for this one of a kind necklace that resembled […]

Chunky Green Necklace

To get the sturdy shape of the necklace I used about 4 lengths of wire together and formed it into the shape of a horse shoe. Then I attached the clasp on each end. Starting from one end, with one strand of wire I threaded different beads (in the same colour group) on and twisted […]

Purple Donut Lariat Necklace

This necklace is made with Beadalon stringing wire, seed beads, wood pieces, glass and cat’s eye. It features a medium size purple glass donut as the centerpiece and the end. I was inspired to make this piece because of a beautiful purple flower I saw at Butterfly World. I wanted to make the two sides […]

Cherry Blossom Festival Necklace

I was inspired by spring, so I made a 5 strand necklace with pink and green pearls, handmade lampwork beads, Swarovski crystals, Czech glass beads, Aurora Borealis glass leaves, Czech glass gold-veined leaves, antique brass finished leaves, golden dragonflies, cloisonn

By The Light Of The Moon Necklace

This necklace was inspired by a dark/Baroque feel with it’s stamped sterling silver chain and chandelier pendant which is adorned with a selection of hand-wrapped amethyst, jet and black diamond Swarovski crystals. A tiny silver cross and antique style crescent moon and star dangle from the pendant also. To finish off two crystal fire-polished Czech […]

Turkish Twist Necklace

I love the variety of textures and colors available through twist necklaces but I also wanted a pendant to tie all of them together and give the piece a focal point. The Turkish eyes seemed perfect. There are five strands altogether: a strand of teal glass beads, a strand of blue seed beads, a strand […]

Asymmetrical Leather Necklace

This piece is made with navy blue goat leather (roll and circles) golden wood, resin and chain. I tried to make something very modern and different and the result was amazing. I loved it. I showed it in a Art Fair and it was a success. I sold it as the first place. The colour […]

Nesting Bird Necklace

I created this necklace using Vintaj Brass Co. chain. In a few spots around the chain, I attached wire-wrapped red Czech glass beads for accents. The focal I used is a pewter bird bead from Mamacita Beadworks. I used an eye pin, and off the bottom hook, dangled a brass wire nest that I stuffed […]