Chunky Bead Necklace Tutorial
Chunky Bead Necklaces are very popular this year with the young ones.
Lots of little girl outfits seem to be paired with one. However I find they get kind of expensive, especially when you have two daughters and they want one to match each of their outfits.
I made four chunky bead necklaces, two for each of my daughters. They were very simple and inexpensive to make. I put together a little tutorial so that you can create some too for the special little lady in your life.

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Chunky Bead Necklace Tutorial
Supplies:
- Beads
- Wire
- Necklace Clasp
- Crimp Beads
- Crimping Tool
- Wire Cutter
Round Nose Pliers

Instructions:
Step 1: Cut the appropriate length of wire needed to make your necklace with the help of your wire cutters.
Step 2: Insert a crimp bead and the first part of the necklace clasp to one end of the wire.
Step 3: Loop the end of the wire into your crimp and use your crimping tool to crimp it.
Step 4: Take the other end of your wire and start beading your necklace.
Step 5: Once you have enough beads on your wire, insert another crimp bead at the end of the wire and then place the other end of your necklace clasp into the wire.
Step 6: Loop the wire into the crimp bead and crimp it with your crimping tool.




Pretty cute right? My daughters LOVE them.
Gabrielle has asked me to make her a purple chunky bead necklace. I better go back to the store and buy some purple beads. I might even make a few for myself, if I can pull the look off.
If you would like to make a more subtle necklace, this DIY charm necklace will do the trick.
Have a FABULOUS day!
Christine
Just so lovely! I would definitely love them too!!! Lovely colours and love big beads! Thank you Christine, you’re as always amazing :-) have a bright and beautiful day :-)
I love these, and you’re so right about them being expensive when you’re buying every color. I also have 2 young daughters, so it’s double everything. During our last trip to Hobby Lobby, I stopped by the bead section, wondering how difficult it would be to just make my own. I gave up when I saw the wall of tools, clips, wires and fasteners….it was too much for me, lol. Your tutorial is going to be a HUGE help, and came at the perfect time! Thanks for sharing-they are too cute!
They look great! Awesome job. ♥
These are way cute!! Love the colors! I’m sure your girls loved them!
Jenna @ rainonatinroof.com
These are super cute! I love this idea.
So pretty, and easy enough maybe I could do it :)
That’s adorable! And easy too! Thanks for posting!
Liz
http://liz-makes.blogspot.com/
These are so pretty! I’d want one in every color :) thanks for linking up to the weekly creative!
Shannon @ Sewing Barefoot
Turned out great, Christine. I made some pearl and ribbon necklaces recently too and my girls are in love!
Very cute! I’m pinning these later! Thanks for sharing at Pinworthy Projects!
These are so pretty.I look forward to seeing you at My Dream Canvas. I am visiting you via Tuesday Treasures. Thanks Anu!
So pretty and would make fab presents x
These necklaces are super cute! My daughter would absolutely love them. Great job :)
So, so cute!! Thanks for sharing the tutorial, can’t wait to make some for my niece.
Where can I get these beads in bulk? I know michaels carry some but would like a bigger selection and order more at once
what size beads, wire and crimping beads did you use?
Lovely clear tutorial, many thanks! Bought some assorted beads today and am about to embark on my first necklace. Wish me luck :)
Fantastic job! I love it!