Make way for beads: Five wonderful ideas for hand-making necklaces
There are ever more enthusiasts of creative hobbies and crafts who are dedicated to the creation of handmade jewelry with the help of every type of technique and material. Beads, in particular, are all the rage. They come in an incredibly variety of shapes, colors and sizes and are particularly suitable for making colorful necklaces.
Those who love to wear necklaces know very well how the ones you have available to match your outfits never seem to be sufficient. So why not make them yourself, giving free rein to your creative energy? Those made with beads are perfect for summer styles, and more. Some are super simple and quick to make. Others require a little more time and patience but cost no more dedication than it takes, for example, to knit or crochet a garment. To each their own favorite creative technique. It is just a matter of personal tastes and styles. Take a look at the ideas proposed below!
Tutorial via coolcreativity.com
The first project we propose is a necklace made of strings of small intertwined beads. They are what are usually called "small parts" (beads). The technique is quite simple and the process essentially consists of threading the beads into the thread you want to use and then weaving them all together. The advantage - in addition to the simplicity of execution of the technique - is that two or more colors can be combined together for an infinite possibility of combinations. This model is most suitable for outfits worn during the summer season.
The second project is a little more elaborate than the previous one and requires you to follow a precise patterning, but it is nothing that cannot be done using a little patience and dedication. Just follow the instructions and you will produce a piece of jewelry which is most suitable for the evening. But it can be used for many suitable occassions - it's up to you. This model can also be made in one or more colors, according to your tastes and needs.
The "Milano" necklace is even more refined in detail and elegance and, in addition to the small parts (beads), requires the use of small crystals. It has a similar pattern to the previous one and is also perfect for many types of occassions, especially those held in the evening, and can come in every color variant you can imagine.
Another project, which is a little different, is a multi-strand necklace that involves the use of colored beads, mother-of-pearl beads and mother-of-pearl pendants. Multi-strand necklaces are a must-have that returns to fashionability especially in summer. They give off an air that is a little gypsy and a little hippie that we like so much during summer. This one, in particular, is simple to make and with the addition of the mother-of-pearl elements, it gives its color a little brightness that never goes amiss. Choose the colors and pendants you like best and go wild. The style of your necklace will be unique and will encourage you to show it off with even more enthusiasm.
Tutorial via sewhistorically.com
The last project concerns the technique of creating a classic string of pearls. The example shown in the photo of the tutorial to which we refer, depicts classic pearls suitable above all for occasions and events that require a certain dress code and more classic clothing. But nothing prevents you from using the same technique to string pearls of any shape, size and color and to create your own favorite strings of pearls. The only precaution to be adopted is to adapt the thickness of the wire to the diameter of the bead hole that you use.
What are you waiting for? Equip yourself with thread, beads and creativity and give life to the jewelry you really like to wear. The satisfaction will be priceless.
