With rocker chic being such a fashion fixture, I wanted to capture the trend with an edgy multi-chain accessory. I got my inspiration from a designer piece (but its $200 price tag wasn’t very rockin’) so I whipped up my own cheaper version. This is going to be just about the easiest piece of jewelry you’ll ever make. Added bonus: You can wear it three different ways – as a lariat necklace, choker, and bracelet.
Tools you’ll need:
5 or more strands of chain (1 yard each)
1 magnetic chain strand (most common magnetic metals are iron, nickel, cobalt)
1 small, very strong magnet (dime size)
- Chain Chain Chaiiiins…
- Mini Magnet
For this piece I wanted to mix my metals so I purchased 2 gold color chains and 3 silver. I chose a few basic links and picked the rest based upon texture – the variety adds dimension and interest to the overall design.
Step 1-
Lay the chains out flat and stagger them so that the ends are uneven.
- Lay Out Your Chains
Step 2-
Knot both ends about 5 inches from the bottom of the longest strand.
- Knot Your Chains
- Knotted Chains Up Close
Step 3-
You’re done, no joke!
Wrap it around your neck once to wear it as a lariat. Put the magnet just below both knots to hold the two sides together.
- Wear It Lariat Style
Wrap it around your neck twice for a choker, with the magnet at the bottom of both knots.
- Wear It Like A Choker
Wrap it around your wrist three times for a bracelet, placing the magnet at the top of each knot.
- Wear It As A Bracelet!
Rock on! (via)
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