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Southwest Sunset Bib Necklace
About this design:
This is one of those projects I wanted to do for a long time. I had all the components picked out and just sitting in a jar on my desk … are you like that? I decided to make it one evening, thinking it would take me a few hours. Boy was I surprised! I completed this necklace in just around an hour. I love this combination of sparkle, and it reminds me of sunsets over the desert.
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
- A complimentary combination of faceted crystal rondelles in 3mm, 4mm, and 6mm (go light on the 6mm)
- Chain
- 4-1 link
- Two 6" lengths of leather lace
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: Cut 8 16" lengths of beading wire. Attach 2 lengths each of the loops, individually crimping each one. I put my crystals in a pile together because I wanted a random order and mix. String on then crystals. I recommend using smaller ones at the ends so the piece will lay flat. The lengths of each strand are as follows starting from the inside: 6.5" 7.5" 8.5" 9" 9.75" 10.25" 11" 11.75 See Tip: Crimping Basics |
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Step 2: Attach your necklace to the chain. I chose a Patricia Healey chain to match my links. I removed the front 2 links and the focal connector portion of the chain by spiraling them off the rings. That way I can use them in a later project. Then taking my 2 6" lengths of leather lacing, I knotted the link to the ring on the chain on both sides. Make sure to dab adhesive into the knot to securely hold it in place. Done! |
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| Piece | $5.40 |
| 8" strand | $1.90 |
| 8" strand | $1.90 |
| 8" strand | $2.20 |
Patricia Healey Copper Spiral Bar Chain Necklace
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Measurements: 65mm bars, 18" necklace
| Piece: $27.70 |
| 30 ft. spool | $15.90 |
Coral Red Crystal Faceted Rondelle 4mm
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| 18" strand | $3.70 |
| 8" strand | $1.90 |
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On Nov 21, 2012 at 3:43 pm #
Cathy W says:A-mazing! I love how the leather ties it all together!
On Nov 21, 2012 at 4:36 pm #
Crazy Chick Frida says:Gorgeous
On Nov 21, 2012 at 5:55 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:Perfect!
On Nov 21, 2012 at 6:25 pm #
PPR says:I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this necklace and I want to make it!
On Nov 21, 2012 at 10:32 pm #
NY Bella says:Fab piece! You’ve inspired me!
On Nov 22, 2012 at 2:52 am #
R ShubbRobinS says:Inspireing. Can’t wait to make this
On Nov 22, 2012 at 7:52 am #
Asia says:Love it, simple but with the WOW factor
On Nov 22, 2012 at 9:51 am #
foxhill designs vt says:Gorgeous!
On Nov 22, 2012 at 10:39 am #
VotreSante says:Just Gorgeous!
On Nov 22, 2012 at 11:21 am #
Harmony on Strings says:love how colorful…very pretty.
On Nov 22, 2012 at 1:39 pm #
JC Hamm says:Love it , want it!!!!
On Nov 23, 2012 at 7:50 am #
Chicky Zee aka Alice says:Fabulous piece Ali!
On Dec 13, 2012 at 6:13 pm #
patty cake says:Ambitious and wonderful piece
On Dec 14, 2012 at 1:22 am #
N radon says:Ali- This bib necklace really impressed me. I love the elegant yet tribal look to it. NICE!
On Jan 11, 2013 at 10:37 am #
Evangelina says:I love it!! Would be so pretty in bright orange (I like bright orange a lot)
Love the leather, looks very sophisticated.
On Jan 11, 2013 at 10:38 am #
Evangelina says:In fact, I’m going to make one in bright orange. Better start shopping….
On Jan 11, 2013 at 1:44 pm #
Ali says:I can’t wait to see what you come up with, please make sure to post it!
On Jan 12, 2013 at 6:27 pm #
Evangelina says:I don’t think I can. I tried to post a picture of the ring I made, but it didn’t work. Something wrong with my iPad in Settings. Maybe I can figure it out.
On Jan 19, 2013 at 12:34 pm #
Panina says:I am so impressed with your beautiful work! Your instructions are clear and well spoken which is greatly appreciated! Is there a way I could print out the steps for future use? (I am not quite internet savvy!) (-:
Thanks, Ali!