Witness the awe-inspiring beauty of this necklace, a stunning representation of a sunrise in beadwork. This 38-inch long necklace features approximately 29 bead strands in varying shades of red, orange, and yellow. Each necklace is a unique statement piece, capturing the essence of a sunrise's warmth and beauty, meticulously handcrafted by Tibetan artisans in Nepal and India.
- Length: 38 inches; Drop length about 8 inches
- Colors: Red, Orange, Yellow
- Design: Approx. 29 bead strands in sunrise tones
- Origin: Handmade by Tibetan artisans
design: A bold multi-strand necklace of roughly 29 individual beaded cords that graduate in color from marigold-orange at the shoulders down through cherry red to deep maroon at the base, with thin bands of brass-tone spacer beads marking each color shift.
size: 38 inches long, with a drop length of about 8 inches.
material: Glass seed beads, brass-tone metal spacer beads, and a waxed cord tie closure.
features: Approximately 29 individually strung strands, ombre color gradient from orange to deep red, brass-tone spacer bead bands, adjustable cord and knot closure, lightweight for its scale
care: Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth and store flat or loosely coiled, away from moisture and perfume or lotion contact with the beads and cord.
disclaimer: Because each necklace is hand-strung strand by strand, small variations in bead shade, strand length, and spacing are normal and make every piece unique.
The Story
This necklace draws on a long-standing Tibetan tradition of layered beaded jewelry, in which women traditionally wore multiple strands of coral, turquoise, and amber together as both adornment and a visible marker of family wealth and status. Here, that same principle of layering is reinterpreted in glass seed beads, building volume and color through quantity of strands rather than costly stones.
The gradient from warm marigold at the neckline into deepening reds echoes a sunrise, a color story achieved by hand-sorting beads by shade before stringing so the transition falls evenly across all 29 strands. The brass-tone spacer bands that divide the color sections are a small structural and decorative device common to multi-strand beadwork, keeping the strands aligned while marking each shift in tone.
The piece is made by Tibetan artisans working in Nepal and India, where Tibetan communities have long sustained beadwork and textile crafts as a livelihood. Choosing this necklace supports that ongoing craft work and the artisans who carry it forward.
Each strand is strung by hand, one small glass seed bead at a time, onto cord or thread, with beads sorted in advance by color so the gradient reads consistently across all strands. Once the individual strands reach the right length, the artisan gathers and knots them at each end, threading in the brass-tone spacer beads at set intervals before securing the whole bundle to the cord closure. With around 29 strands per necklace, the stringing and finishing alone represent many hours of close, repetitive handwork.
Craft & Materials
- Made In: Nepal and India
- Craft Tradition: Tibetan multi-strand beadwork
- Ideal For: Someone who wants a bold, colorful statement necklace with handmade character
- Wear It With: Let it be the focus over a simple, solid-color neckline or a plain black top
- Purpose: Statement necklace, special-occasion wear, everyday color accent
- Metal: Brass-tone spacer beads
Questions & Answers
How long is the Sunrise Statement Beaded Necklace?
It measures 38 inches long overall, with a drop length of about 8 inches once worn.
What is the necklace made of?
It's made from glass seed beads strung into roughly 29 strands, with brass-tone metal spacer beads dividing the color sections, finished with a cord tie closure.
How does the necklace close?
It closes with a cord tie at the back of the neck, which allows a small amount of adjustment to how it sits.
Will my necklace look exactly like the photo?
Close, but not identical — because each one is hand-strung strand by strand, slight differences in bead shade and strand spacing are normal and expected.
Who makes this necklace?
It's handcrafted by Tibetan artisans working in Nepal and India, continuing a tradition of layered beaded jewelry.
