Put glorious focal beads on center stage with this design. The coin pearls, faceted spinels, crystals, and tiny sterling silver bamboo-shaped beads were chosen to quietly complement the focal bead while perfectly expressing the delicate beauty that is so evocative of Japan.
Required Materials: Coin pearls, faceted spinels, crystals, and tiny sterling silver bamboo-shaped beads. See project for complete list.
Tools Needed: Wire cutters, chain-nose pliers, round-nose pliers. See project for complete list.
Techniques Used: Stringing, Crimping, Wirework
Finished Size: 16" (with 2 3/4" focal bead)
Originally Published: Beadwork, December 2007/January 2008