Blended Necklace Beading Pattern

Learn how to make this colorful, thin-profile gradient blend beaded necklace with this step-by-step pattern. While working on our flat "Blended Bracelet" pattern, we were inspired to create this unique coordinating tubular "Blended Necklace" design, featuring four colors of size 11/0 seed beads that blend to form beaded tube beads, with cube beads interspersed throughout. You can also make this beautiful design into a coordinating bracelet by simply making it shorter.

It's a fast and fun project for beaders of all skill levels and makes a great beginner beading project. You'll enjoy making this blended necklace in your favorite colors, which perfectly complement your wardrobe, and finish it off with your choice of end claps (we used a lobster claw clasp and a chain extender for an adjustable fit). This detailed beading pattern includes a recommended materials list, bead color information, over 60 high-resolution full-color photos, and easy-to-follow step-by-step directions to ensure your success and enjoyment.

Finished Dimensions:

The finished beaded necklace measures approximately 0.5 cm wide.

Recommended Materials:

- 4 lb or 6 lb FireLine beading thread
- #12 long beading needle
- Size 11/0 seed beads x (4) colors
- 4 mm cube beads - we used either metal cube spacer beads or cube seed beads
- End clasps
- 2 mm crimp tubes
- 3 mm crimp covers - optional
- Flexible beading wire
- Crimper tool
- Flush cutter