Stunning wire-wrapped necklace featuring an amber pendant with sodalite accents

Let me provide a guide to create this stunning wire-wrapped necklace featuring an amber pendant with sodalite accents:

Materials Needed:

  1. Wire:
    • 20-gauge sterling silver wire for framework
    • 24-gauge silver wire for Celtic knot patterns
    • 26-gauge silver wire for detail work
  2. Stones:
    • Large oval amber cabochon for pendant
    • Small round tiger’s eye beads (3 pieces)
    • Small sodalite beads (12-15 pieces)
  3. Chain:
    • Sterling silver wire for handmade chain
  4. Tools:
    • Round-nose pliers
    • Chain-nose pliers
    • Wire cutters
    • Mandrel or dowel for loops
    • File for wire ends

Step-by-Step Instructions: Step 1: Create Celtic Flower Components

  1. Form flowers:
    • Create three matching flower frames using Celtic knot patterns
    • Set tiger’s eye cabochons in centers
  2. Add detail:
    • Form loops and curves for petals
    • Ensure symmetrical design

Step 2: Build Pendant Frame

  1. Create sunburst:
    • Form oval bezel for amber
    • Add radiating wire spokes
  2. Add accents:
    • Wire wrap sodalite beads between spokes
    • Create spiral detail at top

Step 3: Connect Components

  1. Link elements:
    • Join flowers with infinity knot connectors
    • Attach pendant to center flower
  2. Create chain:
    • Form matching wire loops
    • Connect into continuous chain

Step 4: Final Assembly

  1. Secure stones:
    • Set all stones firmly
    • Check prong security
  2. Add clasp:
    • Create hook clasp
    • Add decorative spiral end

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