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04/07/2016

Beaded Fringe Bib Necklace

Hey friends!  I’ve got a gorgeous – and surprisingly easy – design to show you today.  This beaded bib necklace makes a big impact, looking like an upscale boutique piece, but if you have 30 minutes and you can use a pair of jewelry pliers, you can make this look yourself at a fraction of the cost.

Fringe Beaded Bib Necklace at happyhourprojects.com

My friends at Happy Mango Beads sponsored my shopping spree to design this necklace for you guys.  They’re a jewelry supplier whose mission is fair trade and eco-friendly offerings, and they have lots of options for ancient and ethnic beads as well.  You may have seen my sneak peek on Instagram already, but in case you haven’t – check out what I picked out this month!  I’m all about the Czech glass and pewter at the moment.

Fringe Beaded Bib Necklace at happyhourprojects.com

I’ll leave links to the exact supplies I used from Happy Mango Beads in the list below, in case you’re looking to make a purchase and try this design for yourself!  I don’t get a commission from your purchase, and this design is my own idea inspired by their products.  And with that said – let’s dig in, shall we?

 

Fringe Beaded Bib Necklace at happyhourprojects.com

  • Multi-Hole Pewter Connector
  • 30 – 11mm Spear Czech Glass Beads, Teal/Ivory Color (there are well over 30 per strand)
  • 18 Inches 2mm Silver Rollo Chain, cut to two 9″ pieces
  • 3o – 5mm 22 Gauge Silver Jump Rings
  • 4 – 7mm 20 Gauge Silver Jump Rings
  • 12mm Silver Lobster Clasp
  • Chain Nose Pliers

A quick not about substitutions.  You may easily substitute another size or style of chain, clasp, or 7mm jump rings, however – 22 gauge is the largest gauge that will fit through the holes in these particular Czech beads.  Believe me, I tested several gauges so that you don’t have to! ;)

Fringe Beaded Bib Necklace at happyhourprojects.com

Assembly is simple!  It will take a little time, because you’ll be attaching 30 beads to the connector.  But you will simply twist open a 22-gauge jump ring with your chain nose pliers, slip it through the hole in the dagger shaped bead, and connect it through one of the holes at the bottom of the bib connector.  Twist the ring closed again, and repeat.  And repeat.  And… you get the idea!

I selected two-tone beads in turquoise and ivory.  Because each side was a different color, I opted to line up the teal side to the left, and the ivory side to the right.  This arrangement is optional, and totally unnecessary if you choose a bead that’s just one color.

Fringe Beaded Bib Necklace at happyhourprojects.com

Once you have connected all your dagger beads to create the fringe, connect a 9″ length of chain to each side of the connector with your larger 7mm jump rings.  At the end of each segment of chain, connect a final rump ring – adding a lobster clasp to one side before twisting it closed.

Fringe Beaded Bib Necklace at happyhourprojects.com

The short distance between the holes at the bottom of the bib give the necklace a nice full look!  And of course, you can choose any color or any length beads to match your style.  It’s the beauty of DIY jewelry – feel free to make it exactly your own!

Fringe Beaded Bib Necklace at happyhourprojects.com

Thanks for joining me to learn about this design – and hopefully, you put your own beaded fringe bib necklace into your jewelry collection this spring!  I’ll see you guys soon!

Adrianne Surian

Filed Under: Fashion, Jewelry, Necklaces, Sponsored, Tutorials Tagged With: accessories, bib necklace, czech glass, DIY, fashion, Happy Mango Beads, jewelry, necklace, pewter, turquoise

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Comments

  1. Beverly says

    02/28/2020 at 10:36 pm

    I love this piece! Actually I love a lot of your jewelry. I ordered the connector and ended up really liking Happy Mango Beads website. There are sooo many unique and great items there.

    Reply
  2. kanchipuram sarees says

    08/18/2018 at 3:56 am

    nice post

    Reply
  3. golu dolls chennai says

    08/18/2018 at 3:55 am

    wow looking good

    Reply
  4. Susan Starks says

    02/22/2018 at 10:54 am

    It says free but i don’t see where to sign up for free jewelry DIY

    Reply
  5. Pallavi says

    12/05/2016 at 11:37 pm

    Very beautiful …I am inspired?

    Reply
  6. linda says

    05/17/2016 at 7:18 pm

    Hi I can’t find your connector on Mango beads. Do you know where I can find it or may be a similar one. Thank you I love your creative work

    Reply
  7. Janet says

    05/16/2016 at 5:14 pm

    I cannot find the connector. It isn’t available from Mango beads. Any suggestions?

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      05/15/2017 at 2:41 am

      Try Fire Mountain for connectors, or possibly Beadaholic.

      Reply
  8. Angela says

    04/20/2016 at 9:57 pm

    This is adorable!!! You are so creative. I just discovered your site and I’m addicted :)

    Reply
  9. Becki says

    04/19/2016 at 9:07 am

    Such beautiful, detailed work!! Thanks so much for sharing your creations and ideas :)

    Reply
  10. Crystal says

    04/19/2016 at 7:49 am

    That is gorgeous but looks like it’s kind of hard to do. I love the design and colors.

    Reply
  11. Hannah says

    04/18/2016 at 7:41 pm

    Once again, I am amazed by your crafting skills! This necklace could easily be sold in stores. And the turquoise is so totally my style. Love it!

    Reply
  12. A Geek Daddy says

    04/18/2016 at 7:16 pm

    Interesting design. I could see some interesting uses for this in a Halloween costume to portray an exotic look though that probably wasn’t what you were going for.

    Reply
  13. Erin Klema | The Epicurean Traveler says

    04/18/2016 at 1:50 pm

    I love this design. Great color for spring!

    Reply
  14. keikilani says

    04/18/2016 at 12:55 pm

    This necklace is so pretty. I love the color. You make jewelry making look so effortless.

    Reply
  15. Jenn says

    04/18/2016 at 12:10 pm

    This is beautiful! Our teenage daughter would love this necklace. It has such style and character. Would look great with casual or dressy. Love it!

    Reply
  16. Thresa Cummins says

    04/07/2016 at 3:35 pm

    I love, love, love this necklace!! Question about the large connector: Does this pewter large connector tarnish?
    Thanks so much for your continued inspiration!
    Thresa

    Reply
    • DeAnn says

      04/07/2016 at 4:44 pm

      This pewter doesn’t tarnish. (I have several items from this same line of products) It is antiqued and sealed.

      Reply

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