Spiral Rope Necklace Tutorial

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Here are my instructions for a simple spiral rope necklace. If you’re new to spiral stitch, check out this video from Beads East that does a great job of explaining spiral rope structure. This tutorial is just one of the many variations of spiral stitch, and I hope you enjoy beading it!

Supplies:

• size 8/0 seed beads (turquoise)
• size 11/0 seed beads (ivory)
• size 15/0 seed beads (orange)
• S-clasp with soldered rings attached
• needle and thread

Step 1: String on 4 core beads (size 11). Then string on the pattern: one size 15, one size 8, and one size 15.

Step 2: Pass up through 4 core beads to complete the first stitch. Leave a long tail so you can thread the end and attach a clasp when the rope is complete.

Step 3: String on 1 core bead (size 11) and the pattern beads: one size 15, one size 8, and one size 15.

Step 4: Pass through the last 4 core beads, including the one you just added. This completes the second stitch.

Step 5: Continue to add 1 core bead and the pattern beads, and push each group to the back before starting the next stitch. You will begin to see the spiral.

Step 6: Some beaders like to add thread by tying a knot to connect the old working thread to the new working thread. I have broken or lost the knots before, so I like to weave down the last 3 pattern beads, and tie a couple half hitches between core beads.

Step 7: I tie in a new thread below the last 4 core beads so I don’t clog them with knots.

Step 8: When your rope is the desired length, and string on twelve size 11 beads and the clasp. Pass back through the last core bead and tie a half hitch. Pass through the core bead and the entire circle again to reinforce it. Weave off your thread and repeat with the tail thread on the other end. Then, its ready to wear!