Beaded Ribbon Necklace Techniques
Beaded ribbon necklaces are possibly the simplest type of necklace to make. One of these little beauties might just be the perfect accessory you need to go with that new summer outfit. All you have to do to make one is thread a ribbon through some beads. But if you’ve tried this, you know that sometimes that’s easier said than done.
Here are a couple of tips and methods I’ve found that work for me…
Start with the right ribbon and beads. The ribbon obviously has to be small enough to fit through the hole, so be sure to choose beads that don’t have a microscopic hole and a ribbon that’s not crazy-thick.
After that, you can use one of these methods to string on the beads.
1. Aluminum foil method:
Cut your ribbon at a sharp angle on one end and then wrap a small piece of foil around the tip, creating a sharp point on the end of the ribbon. Be sure to squeeze and twist the foil tightly so it’s small enough to fit through the hole of the bead.
Once you’ve threaded all your beads onto the ribbon, tie it to the length you want it and snip the edges of the ribbon.
A little clear nail polish on each ribbon edge will keep them from fraying.
These necklaces are super-simple with the right techniques. What will you wear with yours?
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May 28, 2012 @ 11:16 pm
That foil technique is sheer genius! Love the necklace.
May 29, 2012 @ 12:24 am
I love it- Great idea with the foil. Thanks- xo Diana
May 29, 2012 @ 1:19 am
It looks great on you! And so easy too….my kind of jewelry.
Thanks for the tips on how to thread it.
May 29, 2012 @ 2:44 pm
Simple and summery! I've got the beads and ribbon and am going to try it!
May 29, 2012 @ 7:37 pm
Simple and stunning. Love it.
pam
May 30, 2012 @ 2:43 pm
instead of nailpolish, use a match. the ribbon melts together and no fraying. it's a hairbow trick. barely warm the ends with the flame! love the necklace!!!!
May 31, 2012 @ 12:57 am
Great techniques!! I would have never thought of using foil. That necklace is fabulous!!
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May 31, 2012 @ 3:53 pm
That is pretty. The photo's were great!
June 2, 2012 @ 12:25 am
Great tips! I had never heard of either of those before and I make my own jewelry all the time!
You just made my life a whole lot easier 🙂
June 2, 2012 @ 1:00 am
Beautiful necklace, and you make it look so easy, too! Thanks for sharing your tips. 🙂
June 2, 2012 @ 3:43 am
So simple yet so gorgeous! Definitely trying this!
June 6, 2012 @ 4:48 pm
Love it! I know what's on my list for Hobby Lobby now! What a fun accessory for summer.
May 9, 2013 @ 2:43 pm
I make these too! I use a lighter on the ends, though!
May 30, 2013 @ 3:33 pm
So cute!!!