Design Ideas - Necklaces
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This light as a feather necklace stays sweet by finishing with an organza ribbon, strung through soldered jump rings, instead of a clasp. Designed by Janice Parsons. Click to Enlarge |
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Every girl needs a strand of pearls. Give this classic a modern twist by wire-wrapping pearl to links of chain. Click to Enlarge |
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Micro crimp beads are the secret to holding these beads in place on silver Soft Flex. Just flat crimp on each side of your bead unit. Click to Enlarge |
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This necklace is fit for a princess. Multiple strands of fine gems with delicate drops are sure to make anyone feel like royalty. Click to Enlarge |
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Don't restrict your design just because you want to focus on a single type of bead. Play with wire and headpins and make it rock! Click to Enlarge |
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Gold chain stops a peachy multi-strand design from washing away. Click to Enlarge |
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Need a quick necklace for a wedding or garden party? "Sew" gemstones with stringing wire for a quick, but luscious necklace. Designed by Janice Parsons. Click to Enlarge |
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Use this subtle branch technique to create a unique shape for a necklace. It's all up to you. Design by Janice Parsons Click to Enlarge |
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Branch out in a big way, with this interpretation of a classic drop necklace. Designed by Karey Grant Click to Enlarge |
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Make branch wire into an art form. Use large beads as a base for designs, and try breaking out of symmetry. Click to Enlarge |
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Pearl knotting doesn't have to be boring. Mix things up by stringing some gemstones alongside your pearl to add contrast. Designed by Janice Parsons. Click to Enlarge |
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Organza necklaces are easy to make, and fun to wear. What's not to love? Click to Enlarge |
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Don't be afraid to play with color. Use a color wheel for inspiration or look outside in the garden and try mixing up what you see. Click to Enlarge |
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There's nothing like a fiesta! Coil 3-4mm beads around a component and add a splash of chain for a look that says "party time!" Click to Enlarge |
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Combine unexpected colors in a floating spaces necklaces. The spaces will mean you don't get too bogged down in the colors. Click to Enlarge |
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Cluster delicious drops on chain to make a gorgeous pendant. Wire-wrap some extra stones into your chain to carry the design all the way to the end. Click to Enlarge |
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Layers are so in right now. Try adding a plain chain longer than your main necklace to bring your classic design up to date. Click to Enlarge |
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Who needs symmetry? Bold, offset beads make this necklace so striking. Designed by Janice Parsons. Click to Enlarge |
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"The Dawn of Fall" uses brilliant gemstones in sunrise colors. What's your inspiration? See our Tricks of the Trade Handout Click to Enlarge |
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This is a great idea for a centerpiece. String beads interspersed with fine chains onto the main body of a necklace. Add briolettes at different lengths and you have a cascade of color. Click to Enlarge |
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