January 10, 2014 | Written by Katie | Photos by Katie
I am constantly looking for new DIY projects and ways to surprise my friends. With uni about to start and financial insecurity looming over my head I have been looking for ways to give 'thoughtful' rather than 'expensive' presents. I have seen these kinds of chains/bracelets about the market place and yet I thought it would mean a lot more if I made it myself instead of buying it mass produced.
I found a great tutorial posted by Erica on www.honestlywtf.com. The girls at honestly are fantastic and if you're into accessorizing there will be more than a few things for you to do-it-yourself!
For the woven chain the steps are simple and easy to use so this is one that everyone should give a go. My only comment is that you need a fair bit of patience.
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I made a few adjustments to the method as the tutorial actually details how to make a bracelet. If you're interested in a necklace I recommend purchasing one metre of chain in order to make two necklaces. I sourced the chain from a supplier but local bead shops and some markets can help you out! I also used less thread as I did not want the detailing to be as chunky for around the neckline. Instead of two sets of 15 strands I used 2 sets of 10!
Give it a try at home and let me know how you go! Since the first one I've given, sold and a made a few more. I have got a lot more experimental with my colours and thickness of the weave. If you're after a real statement chunkier thread and embellishments like the skulls above are a fun way to do so! This is definitely a project I will keep making in the future.
