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- Feb 06, 2014
Instructions on Making a Long Chain and Ribbon Necklace at Home
Summary: Use a piece of wide ribbon and a roll of medium-sized chain, you can make a long necklace that is totally differs from the woven one. It’s versatile and suitable for women at all ages at all seasons!
Chains and ribbon look edgy and chic when paired together. Here demonstrates an easy homemade necklace design ideas, differs from the popular woven chain necklaces, this one is accentuating with a 6-strand chain highlight. Just follow our step-by-step instructions for how to make this simple chain necklace.
Supplies needed in the long ribbon and chain necklace:
Satin Ribbon
Chain
Needle
Sewing Thread
Scissors
How to start the long chain necklace project?
Step 1: fold the starting 2cm ribbon part in three times. Then, sew one edge with needle and thread.
Step 2: string the first chain link and fasten by sewing 4~6times. Keep 30cm and break the chain with pliers.
Then, bring the needle to the adjacent 5mm location and sew on the second chain strand. Make the chain a bit longer than the previous one. Similarly, add the 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th chain strands in sequences.
Step 3: string the first links on each chain strand with needle, out the needle on the front side, and then pass back to the back side at the other edge. Repeat the processes 3~5 times for secure.
Step 4: knot the thread and remove the excess.
Step 5: measure the ribbon around neck and decide the length you want. Keep it 2cm longer than the figure and then cut off the excess.
Step 6: fold the reserved 2cm part and then sew on the other end of chains in the same way.
Done!
It is not only a versatile accessory, but also super easy to make. Apart from that, the supplies, such as chain and ribbon are so common that you can find a variety at home. Or, you can also try this ribbon and chain necklace by using the combination of old shirts and metal accessories.