Branch Wire Necklace

Learn the art of twisting wire to create branches of beads and gemstones. Although delicate looking, this unique design is stronger than it looks. Like nature, the tree you create will grow naturally and will always be a vision of beauty. This downloadable handout includes all the step-by-step instructions you will need to create a wire branch necklace. Download after completing purchase, in PDF format.

Happy Beading!

Janice

Level: Intermediate

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Ingredients

- 10' Sterling silver or gold-filled wire, 26 gauge

- 1' Sterling silver or gold-filled wire, 24 gauge

- 20-40 Beads of various sizes - Be sure to choose a bead for your centerpiece

- 1 Sterling silver or gold 2" head pin

- Sterling silver or vermeil clasp of your choice

- 12-18" Sterling silver or gold-filled chain

Studio Essentials

- Bent-nose pliers

- Needle-nose chain pliers

- Round-nose pliers

- Flush cutter

- Wire straightener
- Ruler / Tape measure