From Andrea....
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Sometimes I’m inspired by an image or a piece and I go on the hunt for the necessary items to make a DIY project happen. And then sometimes items just find me and I’m struck with inspiration on the spot. While searching for seed beads for this project last month, I came across these amazingly cool geometric wood beads in bright saturated colors and I knew they’d make the perfect statement necklace.
Now I normally only try to share DIY projects with you guys where readily available supplies can be found, but I love how these necklaces came out so much I just had to share. Perhaps you may not find the exact same beads near you, but may these serve as a bit of inspiration to find something similar (or different!).
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Supplies – Wooden beads in bright colors and a neutral color to offset, natural colored twine/cording, 2 jump rings & a lobster claw closure & scissors
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Begin by attaching a jump ring to one end of your cording with a double knot.
![IMG_4871](http://www.fortheloveof.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/IMG_4871.jpg)
Measure down about 5-6 inches and tie another double knot to help keep your beads in place.
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Begin stringing your beads. For this necklace I alternated a large colored bead with a single neutral bead, but as you can see below, I created a couple of different patterns. It’s really up to you.
![IMG_4875](http://www.fortheloveof.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/IMG_4875.jpg)
Once you’re done stringing your pattern of beads, tie another double knot at the end to keep beads in place.
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Go about 5-6 inches to line up evenly with your jump ring, and attach your lobster claw closure.
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Trim your ends with scissors, and you’re done!
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I love how the three colors looked stacked together for a bold look, or a single strand for a simple statement. Either way, these necklaces took less than 10 minutes each and provide a fun punch to an otherwise simple outfit. Enjoy and have fun! Let me know if you have any questions.
![IMG_5335](http://www.fortheloveof.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/IMG_5335.jpg)
![IMG_5326](http://www.fortheloveof.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/IMG_5326.jpg)
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2 comments:
How fabulous is Andrea?! Love it.
Isn't she the best??? I love, love her!
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