Torres Strait Islander Inspired Pendant Necklace

Materials:

• White Elastic – 30 Metres – 15119

• Pony Beads – Torres Strait Islands Colours – 250g Pack – 19821 • Pendant Settings – Silver – Pack of 30 – 18658 • CleverPatch™ Junior PVA Glue – 250ml – 10364

• CleverPatch™ Triangular Coloured Markers

Pack of 10 – 16232

• Other materials required: Scissors, glue brush and template (page 9)

CleverPatch™ would like to respectfully recognise the original designer of the Torres Strait Islander flag, the late Mr Bernard Namok.

1. Cut a 60cm length of elastic. Adult supervision is recommended when using scissors. Thread your pendant onto the elastic and move it so it is in the centre. 2. Thread your beads onto one end of the elastic in any order you like. We have chosen the following: 1 x white, 2 x blue, 1 x black, 2 x green. Repeat your pattern on the opposite end of the elastic.

4. Print the template provided on page 9. Decorate using markers and cut out. 5. Place glue on the inside of the pendant, then place the coloured template on top. Press down to secure in place. Allow to dry.

You can also create your own image to place inside the pendant!

3. Continue threading the beads onto both ends of the elastic in your chosen pattern until you have at least 30 beads on each side of the pendant. Tie the ends of the elastic in a knot to secure the beads.

6. Place glue on top of the coloured template, place the glass piece over the top and press down firmly. Allow to dry. Your Torres Strait Islander Inspired Pendant Necklace is now ready to wear!