"Be Free" 10-Minute Necklace Tutorial For Jewelry In A Pinch

There are times when I want to wear a simple, straightforward piece of jewelry, and can't always find the right one.  This super-easy project is a perfect solution to "I don't have anything to wear"-itis.

Materials:
Silver Bird Accent
12 pc Heart Swirl Charm Set
Large Deco Lobster Clasp
Small Oval Silver Chain
Silver Jump Rings

Tools:
Needle-Nosed Pliers
Flush cutter

Directions:
1. Use an 8mm jump ring and add it to the bird charm. Open the clasp and attach it to the same jump ring you added to the bird.

2. Add 4mm Jump rings to a swirl charm and a round charm.

3. Cut approximately 32" of silver chain.

4. Add the clasp, both charms and both ends of the chain to a 6mm jump ring and close it.

All you need to do is to slip the necklace over your head and you are ready to go!

I have to say that being a Cousin Creative Circle Ambassador is not only an honor, but is a fabulous way to be able to play with some really cool beads and materials!

This set I'm showcasing today is a casual, asymmetrical necklace set in spring colors accented by espresso colored leather and bold silver-toned framed medallions.  

Here is a list of the materials I used:

brown leather cord

turquoise/green glass beads

medallion beads

earring hoops

head pins

beading wire

crimp beads

20g wire

clasp

This is a simple set to make, and will compliment just about any casual friday outfit!  I made two bracelets, just to highlight the versatility of the medallions:

The matching earrings are simple yet impactful:

Don't you just love those green and turquoise glass beads? 

Check back next week for more Cousin/Prima Bead projects!