Turquoise has the sort of lan that allows it to be elegant and rustic at the same time. Full strands of three different cuts of turquoise need only the small bit of sparkle from muscovite (also known as Russian sunstone) and smoky quartz to bring out their veining. This stunning necklace that can be worn from working ranch to Rodeo Drive!

Required Materials: Strand of turquoise, heishi, turquoise rondelles, nuggets, turquoise inlay, crimp tubes, beading wire. See project for complete list.

Tools Needed: Wire cutters, Crimping pliers

Finished Size: 18" (46cm)

Originally Published: Create Jewelry: Stones 2008