Shimmering Shells Lariat is a fun and creative design that uses some really cool supplies. From custom coated Swarovski bead chain to LillyPilly engraved shell pieces, this design shows the beader how to bezel around just about anything to make an awesome lariat.

Color: The 4 shell pieces in this design are in tones of soft gold, copper red, rose and celadon. The chain is tones of gold. The kit is only available in this color option.

Price: $170.00 ea.

Techniques:

• Custom fitting a bezel using different sizes of beads and Peyote stitch
• Stitch-in-the-ditch techniques for embellishing
• 3 bead Netting
• Skill level: Intermediate

Kit contents:

• 1 plastic carrying case
• 2 size 12 beading needles
• 1” by 3” piece of Terrifically Tacky Tape
• 1 Bobbin of One G beading thread
  
• 1 gram each:
  -- 11/0 seed bead #383 (L)
  -- 11/0 seed bead #319C (M)
  -- 11/0 seed bead #459I (N)
  
• 2 grams each:
  -- 15/0 seed bead #318L (A)
  -- 15/0 seed bead #459I (B)
  -- 15/0 seed bead #319A (C)
  -- 15/0 seed bead #318I (D)
  -- 15/0 seed bead #383 (E)
  -- 15/0 seed bead #318J (F)
  -- 15/0 seed bead #384 (G)
  -- Delica bead #1768 (H)
  -- Delica bead #24 (J)
  -- 11/0 seed bead #318I (K)
  
• 3 grams each:
  -- Delica bead #1010 (I)
  
• 1 gram gilt-lined jonquil 3mm Magatamas
• 1 loop (3 wire wrapped stones per loop) each of Amethyst and Peridot semi-precious rondelles
• 2-4mm jump rings
  
• LillyPilly engraved shell pieces:
  -- 1 Gold 30x45mm engraved oval shell
  -- 1 Pink 30x45mm engraved oval shell
  -- 1 Celadon 35mm engraved shell donut
  -- 1 Red 35mm engraved shell donut
  
• 3 feet of Swarovski custom coated bead chain: 6mm Crystal Brandy on gold metal chain

Note: The instructions for this design are part of Beadwork magazine’s Feb/Mar 2011 issue and are not included in the kit.

Please note: This kit requires a copy of the magazine to complete the piece. Some issues may be out of print.
Check Beadwork Magazine for back issues.

What you will need to complete your lariat:

• Microcrystalline wax
• Craft scissors
• Small sharp scissors
• Thread zapper (optional)
• 2 pair of chain nose pliers
• Work surface of choice
• Lighting and magnification

Have a great time making Shimmering Shells Lariat. See you in the next issue!

Happy beading,

Cynthia

 
Full lariat showing one side

Detail of other side of lariat

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