Discover or rediscover this great classic: making a bow with pearls as a pendant. In this tutorial, we'll make a choker necklace with a pearly pearl bow in the center or on the side, whichever you prefer. This type of knot is often made with metal wire, but here we'll create our jewel with a single piece of nylon thread. This type of creation can also be made into bow earrings. Don't hesitate to let us know in the comments if you'd like a tutorial on how to make earrings in this style with metal wire.
You can adapt this jewel with different pearls, like Preciosa round faceted pearls, or even make a similar necklace with finer pearls like Miyuki 11/0 seed beads. Remember to use a bead with a larger hole in the center, as you'll need to pass 5 times through the bead in the center of the knot. You'll find other types of pearls in the variation section of the equipment list, as well as gold filled and 925 silver primers.
This elegant necklace will be the perfect accessory to complement your outfit at a sunny brunch or elegant garden party. With its vintage allure, it adds a touch of retro charm to your style, pairing perfectly with both chic casual brunch outfits and light dresses worn to outdoor events. Imagine it as the perfect complement to a straw hat and a floral dress. The delicate touch of pearlized beads woven into a bow is a perfect complement to the refined, convivial atmosphere of these occasions.
Cut a length of wire equal to more than two turns of your neck. Thread the 6 mm bead and place it in the center if you wish to make the knot in the center of the necklace. If you'd like to shift the knot to the side, shift the bead and place a clip to secure it.
String 9 3 mm beads, then thread through the 6 mm bead to make the first loop of the knot. Do the same on the other side.
Thread 6 3 mm beads and 1 4 mm bead onto one end of the thread. Pass through the beads you've just threaded, except for the 4 mm bead. Pass through the 6 mm bead as well. Do the same on the other side.
String seed beads on one side of the necklace until you reach the desired length for the first side. Test on your neck. Next, thread a crush tube through the wire guard, slide the clasp fastener through the crush tube and a few pearls. Tighten, but leave some room for the crush bead cover.
Flatten the crush tube with flat-nose pliers and close the crush bead cover over the tube. Trim excess wire.
Repeat steps 4 and 5 to make the other side of the collar.
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