Yggdrasil Risen - Necklace

Created by: Chris Peterson

1 #44-750-21 26mm round blank with loop, sterling silver
1 #44-048-02 Tree of Life charm, sterling silver
2 #37-048-5 Large triangle bails, sterling silver
2 #41-151-99-35-9 Decorative center-crimp tubes with loop, gunmetal
1 #37-123-9 3x4mm oval jump ring, gunmetal
18 ft #61-741-02 2mm size #1 standard-weight Rattail™, black
(cut into three 6 ft pieces)

Scandinavian myths, folklore and music inspire this piece.

Tools and supplies: flat-nose pliers, scissors, antiquing solution such as Win-Ox™ (#86-343)

TIPS:
* The charm and bails are antiqued using Win-Ox, giving a dark contrast to the sterling blank.

* For a 3-strand braid, cut approximately three times the length of cord as the finished length. Cut three 72" pieces of cord. The finished length of this necklace is 24".

* When braiding, remember to firmly secure the end of cords. Use even, regular crossover to ensure a consistent braid.

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