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10/05/2018

Mixed Metal “Bee Yourself” DIY Necklace

Hey friends!  I hope you’re having a great summer!  I have a fun mixed metal design to share with you with a bee theme.  Whether you’re the queen bee or just trying to “bee yourself” – you’ll love this DIY necklace.  The best part is that it makes up quickly – in 10 minutes or less!

Mixed Metal "Bee Yourself" DIY Necklace at happyhourprojects.com | Express yourself and experiment with mixed metals using this tutorial as your inspiration!

The double chain and chunky bail make a bold statement.  And, printed on the backside of this pendant is a message that reads, “Bee Yourself Everyone Else Is Taken” – which is a sentiment I just love!  I found today’s supplies at today’s post sponsor, Happy Mango Beads, which is one of my favorite sources for unique and natural beads and accents.  I set off the copper tones with a small emerald stone bead, and if you click any of the links below, you can shop or learn more about these components!

Mixed Metal "Bee Yourself" DIY Necklace at happyhourprojects.com | Express yourself and experiment with mixed metals using this tutorial as your inspiration!

Here’s what you will need for today’s bee-themed DIY necklace:

  • Bee Yourself Copper Wax Seal Pendant (there are other bee-themed wax seal pendants to!  Just search “bee”)
  • Pewter bail
  • 6mm emerald rondelle bead
  • 1 – copper eye pin
  • 1 – 12mm copper lobster clasp
  • 3 – 5mm copper jump rings
  • 36 inches copper chain
  • Flush Cutters
  • Round Nose Pliers
  • Chain Nose Pliers

Mixed Metal "Bee Yourself" DIY Necklace at happyhourprojects.com | Express yourself and experiment with mixed metals using this tutorial as your inspiration!

Begin by threading the emerald bead onto an eye pin, and use the round nose pliers to form a second loop/eye on the open end.  Wrap the end of the pin around the round pliers, overlapping it as shown above.  Then, trim any excess wire with flush cutters.

Mixed Metal "Bee Yourself" DIY Necklace at happyhourprojects.com | Express yourself and experiment with mixed metals using this tutorial as your inspiration!

Next, connect the pendant to the bead connector you just made using a 5mm jump ring.  The beaded connector can be twisted open and closed again.

Mixed Metal "Bee Yourself" DIY Necklace at happyhourprojects.com | Express yourself and experiment with mixed metals using this tutorial as your inspiration!

Cut your chain into 2- 18″ lengths, and thread it through your bail.

Mixed Metal "Bee Yourself" DIY Necklace at happyhourprojects.com | Express yourself and experiment with mixed metals using this tutorial as your inspiration!

Add a jump ring to each of the ends of your two chains, connecting them together, and add a lobster clasp to one of the ends.

Mixed Metal "Bee Yourself" DIY Necklace at happyhourprojects.com | Express yourself and experiment with mixed metals using this tutorial as your inspiration!

Finally, attach the pendant to the bail using the loop of your beaded connector.

Mixed Metal "Bee Yourself" DIY Necklace at happyhourprojects.com | Express yourself and experiment with mixed metals using this tutorial as your inspiration!

It’s that simple!  Mixing and matching different sizes, textures, and themes can give you the unique look you’re going for – all while making a statement.  Bee yourselves, friends – everyone else is already taken, after all.  See you again soon!

Adrianne Surian

Filed Under: Fashion, Jewelry, Necklaces, Tutorials Tagged With: 10-minute project, accessories, beads, bee, charms, copper, DIY, gifts, Happy Mango Beads, jewelry, metal, necklace

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Comments

  1. Fabrication says

    08/28/2021 at 12:27 am

    What is the size for your metal necklace?

    Reply
  2. Kanchipuram sarees says

    04/01/2019 at 7:58 am

    nice

    Reply
  3. Jhansi Ki Rani says

    02/09/2019 at 8:16 am

    Really a Good and informative Article, I like it and bookmarked it!

    Reply
  4. golu dolls says

    08/15/2018 at 10:03 am

    looking good

    Reply
  5. fanfiction says

    07/14/2018 at 3:36 am

    The style of this necklace looks really weird!

    Reply
  6. Beth says

    07/08/2018 at 12:58 pm

    Hi Adrianne – just discovered your website and LOVE it!! Your instructions are clear and easy to follow – I’ve made a couple of bracelets already. Question – is there a way to search your site for a specific type of project – for example, “leather wrap bracelets”? Thanks!

    Reply

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Hello, and welcome! I'm Adrianne, an artist, author, designer, and blogger in mid Michigan. I work from home, chase my two kids, and this once-city-girl is learning how to care for chickens and adjusting to life out in the country. I have a compulsion for daily creativity... sometimes it's jewelry-making, paper crafting, metal stamping, mixing and baking, or giving new life to recycled items. But with 2 young kids, time is short! My goal here at Happy Hour Projects is to share projects and tips that you can do in an hour or less. The ideas you find here are designed to add a little creativity in your day, no matter how much (or how little) time you have!

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