How to Make a Knotted Pearl Necklace without a Clasp

[@liznorth4028]

i really appreciate how clear your instructions are in your tutorials...and the camera zooms in at just the perfect time and the instructors are so knowledgeable..thank you!

[@undines3979]

You have answered my prayers! Thank you for this perfectly clear tutorial!

[@dweezieful]

I know it’s currently 2021, but omg thank you so much for your tutorial and instructions on how to make knot jewelry. It really helps.

[@beadaholique]

Thanks! We're always so glad to hear when one of older videos is still helping people!

[@sarajohnson6855]

Beadaholic HAS SPOKEN!!!! In all seriousness I purchased a colorful mix of fresh water pearls with wonky shapes that I'm looking forward to threading. This tutorial has been the most helpful in my research

[@sshapiro5843]

I've been trying trying different ways to string, each took so long and was incredibly frustrating until I found your video. THANK YOU for showing me the correct and most efficient way to string beads/Pearls. You truly saved the day : )

[@beadaholique]

We are so happy to hear this video helped! Thanks for watching!

[@robinewatts]

Thank you! You have made knotting very easy to follow and understand! I am looking forward to my first restringing project!

[@luvroflifepray4890]

I have the same size baroque pink pearls. Thank you very much for this tutorial. I believe if you take them in to be re-strung it"ll cost between $60-100 dollars depending if you need a clasp or not. Mine was no clasp...Once again nice clear precise instructions. You are a great teacher..

[@jolinkorman]

I was quoted $5/inch. My necklace is 80 inches! Hence, my day on youtube! With this video, I feel confident to try it myself.

[@mariannshake4396]

Oh, thank you, thank you. I kept finding information using the metal or fishing line kind of beading cord. I'm so pleased!

[@beadaholique]

Oooh no, no we love love fishing line for a lot of projects, but for pearls silk is the best way. Glad we could help!

[@mfocazziom]

The best explanation for a knotted pearl necklace

[@sheilabartlett6044]

Great video, slow clear and precise! Thank You very much.

[@garysamenfeld5483]

I keep returning to this video every time i finish a necklace, thanks for posting this

[@ccassandra9]

Omg this is the best video. The others have me needing a drink.

[@jewelzwestonproductions8736]

ccassandra9 LOLLL :-)

[@bellayang6993]

🤣

[@jondough3770]

I like gemstone necklaces but they always break and I already have a few broken ones I need to restring. This will help so much. I also have some south sea and keishi pearls I can't wait to string! All I need now are the tweezers. Thanks so much for a clear and concise video.

[@beadaholique]

Thanks for watching! Here is a link to the tweezers on our website: beadaholique.com/products/the-beadsmith-bent-fine-point-tweezers-for-bead-and-pearl-knotting

[@mariapflum9875]

The very best instructions I have read. Thank you for this tutorial by this excellent instructor.

[@generalcomments1239]

Followed instructions, came out perfect!

[@beadaholique]

Wonderful to hear!

[@syddlinden8966]

So glad i finally found a tutorial for this. I want to make an infinity mala with no guru bread but the method I last tried I didn't like how it came out. This looks perfect for what i want to accomplish.

[@beadaholique]

Great! I am glad it will help!

[@naanueki4716]

Thank you for the clear instructions. Just made my first necklace. Very pleased with it

[@beadaholique]

Glad we could help Nueki, thanks for watching!

[@robinaowens]

Thank you for explaining that. Simple, easy to understand, perfect!

[@susiepeterson-lalonde4197]

Excellent tutorial, very helpful and super easy to follow. I never knew the technique with the tweezers to get the knot close to the bead....I always knotted it and finagled until I got it as close to the bead/pearl with just my fingers. What a time saver....Thanks!

[@vampiredinosaur]

Perfect!! Thank you so much! I recently acquired all of my grandmother’s old pearls and most of them needed restringing. I really wanted to make two long strands without clasps in addition to fixing the multi strand necklaces which did have clasps. This was easy to understand and I’m so excited to wear them once I’m done. The Griffin silk beading cords with the needles attached have been great but can you recommend a spool of beading silk for longer necklaces? Thanks again!!

[@beadaholique]

Hi! I am so glad this was helpful. I actually use Griffin silk for longer designs as well. Here is a video showing how you can add more of it to a project once you run out beadaholique.com/products/how-to-add-additional-griffin-silk-to-a-pearl-knotting-project I hope this is helpful.

[@lizlloyd4228]

This is what I've been looking for! I've wanted to know how to do this. Thank you. :)

[@vampbast]

Wow! Thank you so much for making this video. I absolutely adore pearls and I have wanted to learn how to make them for the longest time. You’re so patient and clear on your instructions that even I got it. Oh, I almost forgot about my niece! She’s just a baby so I have a little while to learn how to do this properly. I believe all little girls should have a piece of jewelry that is classic and timeless. So, we’ll both have a beautiful piece of jewelry. I’m going to give her a pearl necklace, bracelet, and earrings for her sweet 16 birthday. I want hers to have the perfectly round pearls and I’ll make mine out of potato pearls. I’m probably gonna watch this video many times so I really get it!!

[@beadaholique]

We are so glad this video was able to help! Those sound like great projects! Thanks for watching.

[@chelsacaruso1131]

This is an incredibly helpful video with clear direction. Thank you!!!

[@koreanqpatriot4595]

Beautifully done. Thank you!

[@aileenmayers5182]

Soooo simple when you know how! Thank you very much.💕

[@beadaholique]

Happy we could help!

[@MF-xs2hv]

You always have a sweet voice. Love your videos!

[@mmctaggart3012]

I just love this tutorial! I love the look of not using a clasp. Just wondering, if you made a "jewelers knot " (double knot?) on the last two knots, would you still need to use the glue?

[@beadaholique]

Double knot will provide a good amount of security. We like the added piece of mind we get from gluing the knot but it's a matter of personal preference.

[@mmctaggart3012]

@@beadaholique thanks! great channel!

[@1015SaturdayNight]

This is a GREAT tutorial! Thank you so so much!!

[@beadaholique]

Thanks for watching!

[@viv5645]

This is a really accurate tutorial, I have lots of personal experience of the potential problems covered so well in this video! Just one thing I would do differently - I would pull the ever increasing train of pearls through the knots when making them, not the length of silk cord. I love the feel of the pearls as they travel across my fingers!

[@sangeetasahni6350]

Such clear instructions that I want to try it right away. Thanks

[@beadaholique]

Perfect! Thanks for watching.

[@chuongmadore5844]

Thank you very much for sharing! Your tutor is excellent, and it is exactly what I'm looking for. Many thanks again!!

[@lisanormand8994]

Best video I’ve seen.

[@sylviahall559]

Thank you Julia just what I needed to know

[@Cleopatress]

the money shot is 8m in if that helps anyone. Magic little technique! handy info

[@beadaholique]

Thanks glad it was helpful for you!

[@soucky1]

Julie,this is a vey great tutorial & this method you have use i just love it Thank's to share.

[@just-meowmeow]

This video helps a lot👍thank you so much

[@JessyHsu]

this is so useful thank you so much

[@pashmpoosh]

This works good. Use regular tweezers to hold the bead for knotting if you don't have the tool she has.

[@katiem1988]

I bought a BEAUTIFUL mala prayer necklace with a tassel on it .. it isn't strung right or something and I can't wear it. Not sure what has happened but I want to restring it and put knots between each bead. Thank you for this video - I'll get some tools together and see what I need to do using this video as a tutorial. I'll update soon on how it went!

[@beadaholique]

We are so happy to hear this video helped! Thanks for watching!

[@mandythompson3957]

THANK YOU!! I couldn't get my last knot to stay!

[@Vivianne1124]

I love your videos. Could you please do a video on how to make a multi strand knotted necklace? There are may videos on multi strands but for knotted necklace.

[@formallyknownasbecca]

This was the easiest video to follow! I have a 100 inch strand that I believe I'm going to have to fix because it is only sporadically knotted and I hate it. It has no flexibility. It pulls my hair. I think I can fix it using this method. Thank you!

[@49mara]

Perfect video and teacher. Congrats!

[@suhasiniyesamala2559]

Hi I am from India your video is very very good and easy to understand but can you please tell me were can I get the cord which is use in this project

[@beadaholique]

The cord is griffin silk, you can see the exact kind we used here: beadaholique.com/products/griffin-silk-beading-cord-needle-size-4-white You can also buy from us if you like, we're happy to ship to India

[@rosemcgee8368]

Great tutorial. Thanks for the inspiration 💕

[@stelonasiok]

can i use this method for string other beads as well with smaller size holes? or is this only for pearls? thanks

[@beadaholique]

Stelon Asiok You can definitely use this same method will all types of beads.

[@marcineheagwood1907]

Thank you so much for this tutorial

[@beadaholique]

You're welcome Marcine, glad it helped!

[@newpjs6654]

Great tutorial clear and precise thank you!

[@brendalovebennett]

Great instructions! How do I cut away old knots between pearls before re-stringing. I ask because I have 3 single pearls with the old string/knot left inside the hole and I'm unable to push needle through and finish my re-string job. So: 1. How to cut away old knots before restringing and 2. How do I get the old string/knots out of pearls? Thank you

[@Twinkle1206]

Thank you so much for sharing. Its very useful.

[@trudielowe202]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I prefer ur method of knotting :)

[@michellel-jones4649]

Can I ask - what brand of tweezers do you use for this job, please? I’m looking at a precision set now but recommendations are always useful. Thanks.

[@beadaholique]

We used these Beadsmith tweezers: beadaholique.com/products/beadsmith-bent-fine-point-tweezers-for-bead-and-pearl-knotting The tips come to an extremely star point, exactly what you want for a pair of knotting tweezers.

[@carinasoria8445]

I love it thanks for the video

[@beadaholique]

Thank you!

[@CaliSunrise805]

Love buying my Griffin Silk from Paradise Bead Shop on Etsy! :) What a great video!

[@HeatherH-xw6cf]

Thankyou so much for sharing

[@michellel-jones4649]

This is fantastic!!! Thank you!!!

[@beadaholique]

Glad we could help!

[@NoartenopartyBlogspotIt]

I also like this way... your tweezer are magic!!! ^_^

[@rgetty1951]

Thank you

[@verenawebster]

You mentioned a glue at the end of the video. What glue is that? Thanks

[@beadaholique]

It's G S hypo cement, our favorite glue for when you want to apply a tiny amount of glue in a small space, you can see it here: beadaholique.com/products/g-s-hypo-cement-precise-applicator-essential

[@verenawebster]

@@beadaholique thanks so much!!!!

[@beadaholique]

@@verenawebster Glad to help!

[@madfullilove]

I can't wait to try this.

[@pulchritudinousnyal7881]

Great job! Keep it up ❤️

[@fancythatcookies]

can I use this thread for long glass pearls? or should I use beading wires? thanks

[@beadaholique]

It depends on the hole size of the glass pearls. I think you will be okay but since I can't see what you have, I can't say for certain.

[@bafsamruta]

Awesome video.. that was super clear..

[@skiesandtrees]

can you use this same technique with gemstones? TIA

[@DCogsdil]

I do realize this is a four year older video but I was wondering if you don't have that cement glue can you use super glue like Gorilla super glue to secure it at the ends. You can never go wrong with pearls, it will always be a classic. I made a strand for my daughter for her wedding and I used Czech pearls. So beautiful just like the bride lol. toodles debs from Texas

[@beadaholique]

Super glue could be a good substitute here. We recommend the GS Hypo cement for securing knots because it has such a fine applicator tip that you can hide small dots of cement in plain sight. These knots will be hidden from view so you won't have to worry as much about excess glue or about the super glue frosting over and becoming noticeable. Just make sure to test whichever glue you use on a small sample of the silk thread so you know what to expect when you're finishing your piece.

[@tbkk100]

can you still do the project without tweezers and can you use a different kind of thread or string

[@beadaholique]

tbkk100 I find it easier to do the project with tweezers but I know it is possible to do this type of pearl knotting without them - it just takes lots and lots of practice. If you use a different type of thread or string, you will have to place a needle on it which will make it more difficult to pass through the pearls. Also, just make sure that it is strong enough to hold your pearls and hold a good knot.

[@ellenhougland4036]

Thank you for this tutorial. Excellent and very clear. My one question is...where do you get those long tweezers? I have only short ones. Thank you for your time.

[@beadaholique]

+Ellen Hougland Here's a link those long knotting tweezers in our store www.beadaholique.com/p-10929-beadsmith-bent-fine-point-tweezers-for-bead-and-pearl-knotting.aspx If you're ever curious about the jewelry supplies you see in our tutorials you can check the full video description for links to everything you see

[@irisrocio13]

THANK YOUUUUU...WORKING ON RIGHT A WAY

[@jillpontiere1814]

Thanks so very perfect

[@anniecantrell7972]

very good video but I want to know how to do this using beadalon knotting machine thanks

[@beadaholique]

annie cantrell To complete without a clasp you will need to follow the instructions in the pearl video and not complete the task on the Tabletop Knotter Tool. I hope this helps.

[@arij-said]

Thank you 🌸

[@lenaoberg]

thank you for sharing - very useful when I create my necklace. Lena

[@various32]

Beautiful ❤️

[@beadaholique]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@farishawahab8158]

love the necklace

[@spyderrtd]

thank you so much for this video.. i have a question. I have a total of 97 jade beads most between 7-9mm in size a few slightly bigger. I also have a total of 96 silver beads all measuring 7mm. my plan was to create this necklace using your technique here. I also have a cute owl pendant that i was going to place in it. I was thinking of putting those little crimp silver pieces on each side of the pendant to seperate it from the rest of the beads. Will the nylon string you linked in this video work for this? I've never made anything like, so i'm a complete n00b but i know my girlfriend will love this once i have it completed. :)

[@beadaholique]

Just to note, the cord mentioned in this video is silk cord. Silk cord will work, but other materials, such as nylon, may be a bit stronger. You can potentially even use plastic beading threads. We have a video on how to choose beading cord or thread here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/laO2c5Jsht6qraM Thanks for watching!

[@tomm4792]

Hi , I bought many times Gold plated Clasp and beads and in less than a year those are losing the color 😪Is there any kind gold Clasp or bead never lose the color ?

[@beadaholique]

We recommend gold filled clasps. We still recommend taking precautions to make the gold filled portion last. Here is a direct link to our gold filled clasps: beadaholique.com/collections/clasps?_=pf&pf_t_material=0-Materials%3AGold%20Filled

[@diorlver]

you should really use the following pearl or stone to scoot the knot down. the tweezer can mar the silk which can result in faster fraying.

[@beadaholique]

That's a good tip for this video, thanks!

[@blancaluciavasquez9233]

Beautiful, thank you

[@lindasteyn9695]

Excellent!

[@Shawtee65]

Interesting and good video, just that I can't see the end (knotting end) part good enough to be able to do this myself :(

[@kroberts67]

Same here, I can't get the knot to be tight. I'm not sure I'm tying a proper knot to finish it, it can be easily pulled apart after knotting the end.

[@Nahima11]

Awesome ! Thank-you

[@azs2213]

Having trouble with the knot. I also do not have the special jewelers' tweezers.

[@rupschat]

A long tweezer would do..

[@pashabvr]

Perfect! Thanks!

[@orionlottering7349]

Thankyou

[@mfocazziom]

Thank you, thank you 😊

[@janhoffman2918]

Cannot get the last two knots to hold even with glue. More like a sliding knot! Help! Already ruined two necklaces and lots of knotting time.

[@human-tk2fo]

Thanks, my strand is really long, it would look silly with a clasp

[@patb4141]

One of the knots is nice and secure, but the other one untied, so I’m kind of stuck with what to do now. Is a good idea, but so far it hasn’t worked for me. I think if I would have glued it first and then cut ends….

[@lisanulton8510]

Can you make a knotted pearl necklace without a clasp using the traditional Japanese method... I don't mean make a video about it, but can it be done? I need to restring my mother's akoya pearl necklace that I bought her... my son broke it. But it doesn't have a clasp and so I need to fix it without a clasp.

[@beadaholique]

Sorry I couldn't say, none of us here have tried that method unfortunately

[@lisanulton8510]

@@beadaholique thank you.

[@DancingTreeGifts]

A better way is to put all the pearls on the silk, and then knot them. Takes much less time the one at a time as shown here. ;)

[@guljeetkaur6175]

Wow

[@mysteryguy793]

aren't pearls and corals supposed to be banned in USA and Canada?

[@beadaholique]

These materials are not banned for sale, but their production is heavily regulated so that it does not cause harm to the species these materials come from. We currently do not sell any coral, but we have plenty of freshwater pearls in the following link: www.beadaholique.com/beads-pendants-charms/beads/pearls Thanks for watching!

[@sudoDavid]

ty ty ty I know "overhand knot" is like pre-101 information but this has been the BEST video for clasp-less beading. She show's the mistakes; VERY good for beginners. I literally just want to do this one necklace repair and it's been hard but I finally succeeded with the help of this video! ⊂◉‿◉つ

[@beadaholique]

Glad this was so helpful! And yes, showing mistakes is really important to us, they're so helpful as teaching moments, and we still make them even after years of doing videos so I think it's good to show the reality of that.

[@KatherineAnnabella]

Therpaeutic grade natural stone bead necklaces DO NOT traditionally use metal anywhere (no clasp) as it interferes with the natural healing frequency. There are plastic clasps available now from China, which can remedy this, if you don’t want to hand knot all the way.

[@beadaholique]

Thanks for sharing!

[@sonalpatel6119]

B+

[@tahamary888]

Hi I really like your video I wanted to know if those are real real real real pearls they have not been treated and they really fresh oyster from oyster shell pearls freshwater pearls and I went on your website very beautiful and I was looking for a number that’s why a lot of times I don’t like to look at the whole website I usually go to a phone number first so I won’t be excited and then be disappointed because there’s not a number to call and place orders or certain questions I don’t do questionsOver the Internet I like to communicate so We are able to communicate thank you

[@beadaholique]

Hi Taha, we do have a customer service team that you can call, 9am-5pm Pacific Time: 1-866-834-4618. They're be happy to answer any question, but unfortunately they're not able to place orders for customers over the phone, we're a small web-based business and we're only set-up for online orders. They will be able to tell you more about the pearls we offer though. The ones in the video are cultured freshwater pearls. So, real pearls made by real oysters in a pearl farm. You can see more of our cultured pearl selection here: beadaholique.com/collections/pearls?_=pf&pf_t_material=0-Materials%3ACultured%20Pearl