This elegant necklace features fine black seed beads accented with small gold spacers and a central row of oval gold beads for a balanced, classic look. The symmetrical design creates a delicate yet striking contrast, perfect for everyday or traditional wear. Lightweight and minimal, it drapes beautifully on the neckline.
Bead Sizes -
Black seed beads: size 11/0 (standard, small and delicate look)
Small gold spacer beads: about 2–2.5 mm
Oval gold beads (center section): about 5–6 mm length
This combination gives that balanced, elegant mangalsutra-style spacing.
Materials Needed
Black seed beads (11/0)
Small round gold beads (2–2.5 mm)
Oval gold beads (5–6 mm)
Tiger tail wire (or beading wire 0.015–0.018”)
2 crimp beads
Lobster clasp + jump ring
Crimping pliers / flat nose pliers
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Start the clasp
Insert tiger tail into a crimp bead + clasp
Loop back and flatten the crimp securely
2. String one side (half necklace)
Add:
~1–1.5 inches of black seed beads
1 small gold bead
Repeat this spaced pattern until you reach the center area
3. Create the center design
Follow this sequence:
3 black seed beads
1 small gold
1 oval gold
1 small gold
Repeat evenly (keep count same on both sides)
4. Mirror the other side
Repeat step 2 in reverse order for symmetry
5. Finish the necklace
Add final crimp bead + jump ring
Loop back and secure tightly
Trim excess wire
Pro Tips:
Keep tension slightly loose for a soft drape
Use bead stoppers while working
Count beads on one side and mirror exactly for a neat finish.
Pattern Layout
● = Black seed beads (11/0)
○ = Small gold round bead (2–2.5 mm)
◎ = Oval gold bead (5–6 mm)
Center Section
● ● ● ○ ◎ ○ ● ● ● ○ ◎ ○ ● ● ● ○ ◎ ○ ● ● ●
Side Sections
●●●●●●●●●● ○ ●●●●●●●●●● ○ ●●●●●●●●●●
👉 Add a small gold bead every 1–1.5 inches
Mirror Other Side
Repeat side pattern exactly
Finish
Crimp + jump ring
Secure and trim
Length Guide
Standard: 16–18 inches
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