Free Flowing Pendant
7 pages, 33 pics
This is a fun intermediate project.You'll learn how to hammer the ends of larger gauge wire to make paddles. You'll also learn how to tension set cabochons and how to add a spot to have a bead dangle from the bottom. It's all about planning ahead
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Supplies Needed
1 - 1 1/4" x 7/8" oval cabochon (approx. or teardrop shape)
4mm bicone Swarovski beads & 6mm bicone Swarovski beads 2mm, 3mm, 4mm copper beads
1 - 10" piece 20 gauge SQUARE wire
2 - 10" pieces of 18 gauge round wire
2 - 11" pieces of 20 gauge round wire
2 - 11" pieces of 22 gauge round wire
12' - 26 or 15' - 28 gauge wire (I used 28g)Finished chain
Tools Needed
You may only need some of these items but it's good to have a weaving kit including these items:
Round & flat smooth jaw pliers
Round nosed pliers
8mm & 6mm mandrel
Hammer
Bench block or small anvil
Permanent marker & Ruler
Needle file
Needle tool - beading awl
Wire cutters
Liver of Sulphur (optional)
0000 steel wool & small wire brush & polishing cloth