Pendants
In this category, discover a wide selection of stainless steel pendants in all shapes and sizes, including gold-tone options: heart pendants, cross pendants, oval pendants, round pendants, birth flower pendants, zodiac sign medallions, and more... You’re sure to find the one that’s right for you!
Stainless steel is known for its resistance to oxidation and its durability, making it an ideal material for creating handmade jewelry. It doesn’t tarnish, rust, or cause allergies—since it’s often nickel-free—so you can wear your jewelry every day, even in the shower!
More affordable than a silver pendant, a stainless steel pendant isn’t just for creating stunning necklaces—it’s also perfect for making unique earrings.
Just like charms, pendants are also available in a gold-plated version. Fans of gold tones will find a wide selection of gold-plated stainless steel pendants to use in endless ways!
Making Jewelry with a Stainless Steel Pendant
Are you a beginner jewelry maker? Jewelry making is accessible to everyone! It’s amazing what you can already create with a good set of jewelry pliers and a little jewelry glue.
- Attach a pendant to an ear stud, and you’ve got yourself a pretty pair of fashion earrings.
- Thread a pendant onto a chain, add a clasp, and create a DIY necklace. You’ll find plenty of stainless steel necklace designs in our tutorials.
- Weave beads around a pendant to create Art Nouveau-style earrings.
- Create a personalized pendant by gluing on a cabochon or rhinestones. More experienced crafters can use a Dremel to engrave an initial or a pattern onto a flat pendant for a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry.
Trendy DIY Necklaces with Stainless Steel Pendants
Wondering which necklace to wear right now? Here are 4 must-have necklace styles to make with stainless steel pendants:
- The charm necklace, combining pendants and charms: take inspiration from this original design or this winter-themed version.
- The boho necklace, with a bandana or ribbon choker: these materials add color and texture, and the pendants slide on very easily. Get inspired by this bandana design or this silk ribbon design.
- The nautical-inspired necklace: the nautical theme is very trendy, and we happen to have a wide selection of pendants with nautical patterns.
- The multi-strand necklace: easy to make with stainless steel components, as in this version featuring flowers and a rhinestone chain.
Caring for Your Stainless Steel Pendants
Stainless steel requires very little daily maintenance. To preserve its shine over the long term, follow our comprehensive guide to cleaning stainless steel jewelry, which details all the appropriate methods based on the type of finish.
What type of steel should I choose if I'm going to go swimming while wearing my stainless steel pendant?
Some types of stainless steel are more susceptible to chlorine in saltwater pools than others. In fact, chlorine and salt can damage the thin protective layer of chromium and cause premature wear on your stainless steel components.
316 stainless steel and 316L stainless steel are the most resistant to pool use, thanks to the molybdenum they contain.
Discover our selection of 316L stainless steel pendants and start creating pieces that will stand up to the joys of summer!
Can you combine multiple pendants on the same necklace?
Yes, it's actually a very popular trend: layer 2 or 3 pendants of different sizes on the same chain to create a charm necklace, or arrange them across multiple rows for a personalized multi-row necklace look.