Let me provide a guide to create this stunning wire-wrapped necklace featuring an amber pendant with sodalite accents:
Materials Needed:
- Wire:
- 20-gauge sterling silver wire for framework
- 24-gauge silver wire for Celtic knot patterns
- 26-gauge silver wire for detail work
- Stones:
- Large oval amber cabochon for pendant
- Small round tiger’s eye beads (3 pieces)
- Small sodalite beads (12-15 pieces)
- Chain:
- Sterling silver wire for handmade chain
- 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
- Form flowers:
- Create three matching flower frames using Celtic knot patterns
- Set tiger’s eye cabochons in centers
- Add detail:
- Form loops and curves for petals
- Ensure symmetrical design
Step 2: Build Pendant Frame
- Create sunburst:
- Form oval bezel for amber
- Add radiating wire spokes
- Add accents:
- Wire wrap sodalite beads between spokes
- Create spiral detail at top
Step 3: Connect Components
- Link elements:
- Join flowers with infinity knot connectors
- Attach pendant to center flower
- Create chain:
- Form matching wire loops
- Connect into continuous chain
Step 4: Final Assembly
- Secure stones:
- Set all stones firmly
- Check prong security
- Add clasp:
- Create hook clasp
- Add decorative spiral end