Heart On A String Necklace Pattern

It's fun learning how to make a beaded heart, and there's a lot to love about this unique and dazzling puff heart necklace design. This substantial 3-dimensional crystal heart is made using a single-needle technique (as opposed to the more common double-thread or double-needle techniques used for puff hearts), making it extremely easy to handle and work with. You can use either Monofilament (Illusion Cord/fishing line) or beading thread (i.e., FireLine), whichever you prefer. Also, we'll show you how to finish it off in three different ways so you can hang your heart from your choice of a chain, satin cord, or ribbon. 

This detailed beading pattern includes a recommended materials list, bead color information, over 90 high-resolution full-color photos, step-by-step detail instructions, and a full-color bead diagram to help illustrate every step to ensure your success and enjoyment. You'll have your necklace finished in a heartbeat - what's not to love? If you prefer to hang your heart from through the middle, please see our" Heart On The Line" tutorial, which is essentially the same design, except we show you how to thread beading wire through the heart for a unique and flattering look. Either way you hang, you'll be glad you put your beautiful heart out there for all to see and enjoy.

Finished Dimensions:

The finished beaded heart pendant measures approximately 1.25" (3.2 cm) wide, 1" (2.5 cm) tall, and over 0.5" (1.3 cm) deep.

Recommended Materials:

- .010" (0.25 mm) clear Monofilament Illusion Cord OR 10 lb FireLine beading thread
- Big eye needle (for the Monofilament) OR a #12 long beading needle
- 4 mm bicone crystals
- Slider bail

You can finish off your necklace with an open link chain, ribbon, satin cord, or snake chain - details included in the pattern.