Thin, soft wire substitutes easily for yarn in this necklace, using a grown-up version of the Knitting Nancy to encase oyster shell beads. This beginner/intermediate project includes step-by-step photographs.
Required Materials: Spool knitter/nails, craft wire, shell pearls, cones, brass wire, clasp, alligator clip. See project for complete list.
Tools Needed: Chain nose pliers, round nose pliers, flush cutters, crochet hook (optional), fishing lure. See project for complete list.
Techniques Used: Knitting, Wirework
Originally Published: Step by Step Wire Jewelry, Fall 2006