I was in the mood to make some new fall jewelry so I turned to Pinterest for some inspiration. I was looking for some easy necklace tutorials and I found a few that I love! Remember if I can make them, you can too!!
Necklace #1:
The first necklace I made was inspired from this pin. All you need are two things: suede lace and wooden beads. I was originally going to paint wooden beads red but then I came across this red beaded garland in the Christmas section of Michael’s.
Step 1:Â Cut two pieces of string around 42 inches. Take your first string and tie a single knot closest to the center as you can get it. Slide your first bead onto the string and tie a knot right after it.
Step #2:Â Add another bead to one side and tie another knot. Then add a bead to the other side of the first knot.
Step #3: Continue to alternate sides until you’ve added 11 beads. Then repeat on the second string but this time add 13 beads.
Step #4:Â Now take one bead and thread both pieces of string though that one bead. Tie a knot.
Step #5:Â Repeat on the other side. Trim the ends of the string so they are even. Tie a knot and put on your fabulous new necklace. My finished necklace is around 36 inches because I wanted something long. If you want something shorter, just cut your string around 6 inches longer than you want your finished necklace to be.
It really can’t get any easier than this! In less than 20 minutes and for around $6 you have a fabulous new necklace with plenty of supplies left over to make a few for gifts. I hope you have fun making your own beaded necklace.
Necklace #2:
The next necklace I made was inspired from this pin. I love the idea of using an old necklace but I also loved the glass beads so I bought some at Michael’s and made my own necklace. I also used chain instead of ribbon.
Necklace #3:
So what jewelry have you made lately?
Comments
4Eighteen says
Wow, these turned out great! I have only made a couple pair of earrings which were super simple. I think you may have inspired me to try to make something a little more fun and challenging.
Jamie says
These are so beautiful!! I have a pile of beads waiting to be used. I would love for you to stop by http://diyhshp.blogspot.com and link up to More the Merrier Monday!!
Melissa says
Love all of these!
Melissa
http://www.lovebugliving.com
Mandy says
love all of the necklaces! i have seen several with the wooden beads but haven’t tried one yet…guess now is the time! thanks for the inspiration! 😉
Melanie says
I’d love for you to come link this up at my Tuesday Time Out Party!
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Smiles,
Melanie
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Reno and Reorganization says
I really like that last necklace. I am a new follower.
Donna G.
Michelle says
These are so pretty and creative! Using Christmas garland? Brilliant!
Julianne says
Love them all!
Julianne
http://www.sewfantastic.blogspot.com
Stephanie says
Cute necklaces! I love all of them!
Amy says
Kara, these look FABULOUS! You did an amazing job! I want them all. 🙂
Mel the Crafty Scientist says
I love all three of these necklaces – they’re just perfect! I really want to make some of my own now because I’m so jealous of your new jewelry! : )
-Mel the Crafty Scientist
Kimberly @ The Brown Eyes Have It says
Those are all so cute, I can’t decide which I like best. I’m pinning this for ideas for Thanksgiving weekend. The girls always need a good craft.
Gayle Page-Robak says
Your jewelry is lovely…beautifully created. Isn’t Pinterest great? I love it. What a unique and wonderful table. You did an excellent job creating it. Well done! I have joined your followers list, Pinterest, and invite you to join my followers list; as well,I hope you will grab a blog button. Hugs, Gayle
http://atastefultouch.blogspot.com
Jenn "Rook No. 17" says
Kara,
Thank you for sharing your creativity on “A Little Birdie Told Me…” Tuesday at Rook No. 17!
I can’t wait to see what you have in store this week!
Cheers!
Jenn
Nicole [The Lovely Poppy] says
thanks for sharing, i’m stopping by from the lovely poppy and would love for you to stop by and check out the huge giveaway that ends this thursday- http://thelovelypoppy.blogspot.com/2011/10/blog-follower-giveaway.html xoxo nicole
Ginger says
Featuring tonight over on my blog! You were one of the most viewed links at last week’s party! Congrats! Feel free to drop by & grab a featured button! 🙂 Hope you link up this week, too! 🙂
Ginger@gingersnapcrafts.com
Kristine -Heart Shaped Sweat says
so, so pretty! Using suede in place of ribbon is an excellent idea!