Step 1
Measure the length of the African heishi strand, and add 10 inches to it. You will use this number later as the length of your cotton cord for restringing.
Step 2
Cut the heishi strand right where it is knotted
Step 3
Transfer the heishi beads to the waxed cotton string. Do this by grabbing a set of beads measuring ½ an inch to one inch at a time without separating the beads apart
Continue until complete
Step 4
Measure 5 inches of excess wax cotton on both sides of the strand and cut
Step 5
Insert your choice of a cross pendant (you may add any other beads at this time)
Step 6
On both ends of the necklace attach a small bicone bead
Step 7
Now, you will prepare your clasp. Attach a lobster clasp to a jump ring
Step 8
Place your necklace face up on a table. Knot the clasped jump ring to the right side of your necklace. Then, knot a separate jump ring (without clasp) to the left side of the necklace.
Step 9
Hide the knot inside the small bicone bead on each end of the necklace, then cut the extra cord.
Step 10
Congratulations - you're all done. Enjoy your new cross necklace!
Conclusion
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