Create this fun necklace while learning basic concepts of 7-strand Fill the Gap European braid technique, as well as core braiding. The necklace is composed of three sections: #8 seed beads are used in two sections, and a variety of large, uniquely shape beads, like mother-of-pearl, keshi pearls and charms (such as shell, turtle, starfish, etc) are used in the focal midsection. While the same braid technique is used in all three sections the results are particularly stunning in focal center section. This is the beauty of the Fill the Gap. The braid of the Fill the Gap is a hollow braid, with a core in the center to support the braid. In this class, you’ll also learn how to coordinate moving the working cords around this core.
A round foam kumihimo disk, bead mat, big-eye needle, ruler, sharp scissors, task lamp.