
To put together your own necklaces, here's what you'll need:
Necklace charms (I used this and this)
2 pairs of jewelry pliers (I have this set)
Chain on a spool, matching the color of your jewelry
Clasp (like this)
Jump Rings (like these)
You've got two main options as for how to go about this:
1) Shortcut: Get a ready made chain and attach the charm, in which case you'll only need charm, pliers and jump rings in addition to the blank necklace you buy. (Like the arrow necklace.)
2) Regularcut: Get a length of chain on a spool, decide your own length, and attach your own clasp, in which case you'll need all of the supplies above. (Like the chevron necklace.)
I've done one of each of these here, so you can see the differences!
For option 1, all you'll need to do is grab two jump rings and the charm to add to your chain. Pry the jump ring open by holding each side with the pliers and gently pulling apart until the ring parts slightly. String the ring through a ring on the center point of necklace, and gently press back together, being sure not to squeeze, which would cause the ends to overlap. Pry open a second jump ring (which may have to be slightly larger than the first to go over the charm) in the same fashion. Keeping a tight hold on the first jump ring, loop the second ring through the first ring. Keep that left hand holding the first jump ring clamped tight on the pliers, slip on the charm, and close as you did the first one. Viola! You've made a necklace.
Happy necklacing!! (That's a word, right?)
-Molly
Love this DIY! I bought some charms to do this but didn't have the right color chain. I like your arrow one. :]
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Thanks, Carmen! Once you get the chain, it will be easy peasy! :)
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