Here’s a tip, incorporating ribbon into your designs is a great way to add stylish and trendy elements! This necklace adds ribbons to a simple pearl string and pulls it all together with a pearl knot. We know there are many amazing spin-offs of the traditional pearl necklace, but this one takes the cake!
Required Materials: (a) 15 dark gray 5mm crystal pearls (b) 30 dark gray 6mm crystal pearls (c) 6 dark gray 10mm crystal pearls (d) 6 dark gray 12mm crystal pearls (e) 1 sterling silver 9×18mm balloon lobster clasp.
Tools Needed: Chain- or flat-nose pliers, round-nose pliers, and wire cutters.
Originally Published: Stringing, Spring 2010