Hi, it's Amy here from the Style Crush blog with my monthly DIY post. I'm going to show you how to make a Spring statement necklace. It's called a statement necklace because it is a necklace that makes a statement! I noticed this style of necklace was really popular around the holidays, but this is a fun spring-time version. You can change the look (dress up or dress down) depending on what kinds of beads and ribbon you choose.
You'll need:
ribbon - approx. 42" long
beads
small needle
embroidery floss
Make sure that your needle is small enough to fit through the hole in your beads. Thread your needle with an arms-length of embroidery floss. Knot the end of the floss (I used a double knot to make it extra secure) then cut the tail off, close to the knot.
Cut a piece of ribbon, approximately 42" long. Measure approximately 18" from the end of the ribbon and start here. Make 3 little folds of ribbon, accordion style, to create 3 little ruffles.
Insert the needle through the middle of all 3 ruffles. Make sure that the knot in the embroidery floss ends up on the under-side of the ribbon.
Now add a bead.
Make 3 more ruffles, right after the bead. Insert the needle in the middle of the 3 ruffles as you did previously.
Make 3 more ruffles, right after the bead. Insert the needle in the middle of the 3 ruffles as you did previously.
Make 3 more ruffles, right after the bead. Insert the needle in the middle of the 3 ruffles as you did previously.
Make sure both ends of ribbon match up and trim as needed. I cut the ends of mine at an angle for a cleaner look. Use a dot of clear fabric glue to secure both knots. Coat the tips of ribbon with clear fabric glue to avoid fraying.
Tie the necklace in a bow around your neck. Wear it with a bright Spring outfit and enjoy the compliments!
You can also tie the ends of the ribbon onto some chain to change up the look (see the blue and white necklace below).
Happy Spring! ♥ Amy
OMG, I just love these necklaces!! Thank you Elsie for the DIY, this is one I must make!! Lovesssss!!!!
Posted by: Kim @ Beautiful Bridget Designs | April 15, 2010 at 08:33 AM
very beautiful!
Posted by: Stephaine @ Geezees | April 15, 2010 at 08:36 AM
Love it!
Posted by: Yaritza | April 15, 2010 at 08:37 AM
Thanks Amy <3 I especially love the blue/white and chain. The bow is perfect!
Posted by: Stephanie | April 15, 2010 at 08:46 AM
Too cute, Amy - love it!!
Posted by: Alli (One Pearl Button) | April 15, 2010 at 08:52 AM
Cute! I really like this - I think I may need to make one! :)
Posted by: elliebelle | April 15, 2010 at 09:03 AM
So cute, I'm definitely going to give it a shot!
Posted by: Jessica | April 15, 2010 at 09:07 AM
Amy- What nail polish are you wearing? I LOVE it!
Posted by: Chantelle Taylor | April 15, 2010 at 09:38 AM
CUTENESS!!
Posted by: gina | April 15, 2010 at 09:42 AM
Adorable! x
Posted by: Sarah | April 15, 2010 at 09:47 AM
love it Amy :)
Posted by: vera markesteijn | April 15, 2010 at 10:16 AM
What a creative and beautiful idea. LOVE so much!
Posted by: Nikki | April 15, 2010 at 10:18 AM
this is so pretty!
and the nails look so pretty btw :)
Posted by: Jessie L. | April 15, 2010 at 10:20 AM
holy snap those are adorable.
I can't wait to make one! :]
XO.
Posted by: Mandy @ Miss Indie | April 15, 2010 at 10:45 AM
love the spring version! thanks can't wait to try this! i have so much ribbon and plenty of beads... yay!
Posted by: BlueberryBlonde | April 15, 2010 at 10:50 AM
Love your sparkle green nail polish!
Posted by: Jeanee | April 15, 2010 at 11:07 AM
LOVEEEE THIS IDEA! Thank u Amy, its so great I´m going to try it for sure =)
Posted by: gina Flores | April 15, 2010 at 11:25 AM
awesome project amy!!!
Posted by: Leigh-Ann | April 15, 2010 at 11:32 AM
definitely gonna try this one out! thank you amy!
Posted by: Joanne | April 15, 2010 at 12:01 PM
Another simple but SO effective design!!! It looks as if they belong in stores!!!!
Thanks a bunch!!
Posted by: Candice Reszko | April 15, 2010 at 12:30 PM