This statement necklace is easy to make yourself at home, you can easily do it with broken necklace chains or cheap chains from jewellery supply shops, eBay or even try thrifting some from bootsales or charity shops. My friend Eliza recently made over a broken bracelet in a similar way which is what gave me the inspiration for this DIY.
How to make a statement chain necklace
What you will need:
- Chains - I've used 4 18inch gold coloured chains which I bought from a craft shop - add more or less depending on the thickness and boldness you want to go for.
- Coloured spray paint - I'm using a glossy red.
- Contrasting cord or ribbon - I'm using 1.5cm thick dark cream satin ribbon
- Thick cardboard
- Newspaper
- Tape
Optional - Sandpaper
Method:
1. Make sure your chains are done up and the fastenings are at roughly the same point..
2. Place thick cardboard on your surface so the paint won't stain. Surround the out-lying areas in newspaper, tape down if necessary.
3. Tape the chains down in two places leaving three equal sections. Cover the middle section with a small patch of newspaper or tape (I used tape) and spray the outer two sections with your spray paint. It may need more than one coat depending on how bright a colour you would like.
4. Once the chains are thoroughly dry (it takes longer than you think) take a length of ribbon (the length depends on how long you like to wear your necklaces), double over and insert through one end of the chains. Pull the loose ends through the loop and pull tight and knot to secure. Do this on both sides.
5. Tie the loose ends together and wear.
Optional step -
Before attaching the ribbon rub the painted areas lightly with fine grade sandpaper to give it a patchy, worn look. Brush down with an old mascara wand to remove dust before attaching the ribbons.
What say ye?
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Great idea. How long does the paint take do dry?
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ReplyDeleteWow Anonymous, you really are a treat aren't you! Fab idea, always wondered how to do the ribbon bits on necklaces :)
ReplyDeleteWhy anonymous what a shitty life you must lead. Glad to see your parents dragged you up rather than brought you up.
ReplyDeleteI love your tutorialsm they always inspire me as i'm not the biggest crafter!
Sophie
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Love this - so simple and i have lots of 'odds and sods' of broken jewellery and ribbon around - must be able to fashion something from it :)
ReplyDeleteThis is such a cool idea for a gift! Saved in my bookmarks for the next friends birthdays :)
ReplyDeleteI like the layers of colour- thanks for the how-to, I'll try this next time I see some cheap chains!
ReplyDeleteHmmm, interesting that the ones to make juvenile comments are always anonymous, isn't it??
ReplyDeleteThanks for the lovely necklace tutorial, will give it a try :)
Fab idea! I love your blog now following xxx
ReplyDeleteha ha ha what an idiot!..Anonymous..not you!...Likey the necklace,the ribbon softens it and makes it preety..x
ReplyDeleteThis looks aces! I love the way you've done the ribbony bit.
ReplyDeleteWhat a neat idea!
ReplyDeleteI've just read your post on Ten Tips for car boot sales and loved it. I can't wait for the season to start and I can put your fab methods into practice :)
Best wishes.
R xx
The necklace looks gorgeous, I adore it <3
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Oh that's really cool - I'd love to see how it looks with absolutely LOADS of bits of chain too!
ReplyDeleteThis would revitalize chains that have dulled or are ready to be tossed also. Super idea.
ReplyDeleteOh that's lovely! I really like the combination of the ribbon and the chain.
ReplyDeleteThis is so awesome! I never would have thought of it...
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Cute innovative idea!
ReplyDeletelove the way statement necklaces uplifts an outfit so effortlessly.
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thanks!
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jenn