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Something blue Craft Ark Project Category : JewelleryCraft Ark Time Guide : 1 Hour
Craft Ark Difficulty Rating : Easy
Craft Ark Code: RS0571 Print this Craft Ark Project  Print Project

Project Shopping List

  • Selection of green and blue beads in various sizes
  • Selection of cords, ribbons and threads
  • Clasp
  • Crimps
  • Cord ends
  • Bell clasps
  • Wire cutters
  • Pliers (selection of)

  • Craft Ark Project - Jewellery - Something blue
    Who would think this was made from all your odds and ends?
    Instructions
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    Step one - If you have some pretty cord simply tie some knots along its lenght then attach a cord clasp at either end - making it the lenght you require (normally between 7" and 8")

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    Step two - Usng some thin decorative ribbon thread some beads and keep in place using knots close up to the beads. Once long enough attach a cord end at either end.

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    Step three - Using a lenght of invisable nylon thread use a selction of beads to create the correct lenght then attach a bell clasp using crimps to hold in place.

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    Step four - Repeat but use a different selection of beads.

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    Step five - Using a little faux suede cord cut in half then attach some beads in the middle. Attach a cord end at either end.

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    Step six - Finally attach all five strands to the clasp to finish.

     

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