Adding pearls and other gemstone beads to a spiral rope creates a dramatic, chunky look. Taking the spiral one step further, using it to string a large-holed bead creates a truly unique piece of adornment! The spiral rope chain is a simple stitch that anyone can master quickly.
Required Materials: Focal bead, seed beads, freshwater pearls, bead thread, clamshell findings, silver clasp. See project for complete list.
Tools Needed: Blunt beading needles, scissors. See project for complete list.
Techniques Used: Spiral Rope
Originally Published: Beadwork, April/May 2002