DIY Teardrop Statement Necklace

Hey guys!

I've been wanting to do a DIY statement necklace for a while now and i'm so excited to share it with you all. What's better than sitting outside on the porch on a sunny day and spending some time on a productive DIY that you will use on a daily basis? Well, not really on a daily basis but you get what I mean.

I was going through different DIY tutorials on pinterest and found this one to be the most appealing and easy to re-create. Here's the link to the original site where the blogger used chain links instead of thread.

I stopped by Michaels today to pick up a few nicks that we need to start this necklace. Listed below are the supplies along with pictures that can help you while shopping.

Supplies:

• Strand of teardrop crystals (that have holes in them already)
• Long chain (which I found lying around my dresser)
• Extra chain links (or thread, which is what I used since the links i bought wouldn't fit in the crystals)
• Colored nail polish
• Needle pliers

Please excuse the random smiley faces... I accidentally put two rings there which are used for my next project. 

Keep in mind that when you buy the teardrop crystals, make sure that the holes are big enough for the extra chain links to fit through. If not, then you would have to go through an alternate route with thread, which is what I had to do since my chain links wouldn't fit.

With that said, lets move on to the tutorial. Good luck and remember to share your work with me through the Contact tab.

Enjoy!

Till next time,

First step: Paint your teardrop crystals with a bold color of nail polish on both sides. Let them dry afterwards before hanging.

Second step: Take the thread and put it through the crystal hole.

Third step: Take the thread and put it through one of the necklace rings. 

Fourth step: Tie a knot about 4 times to keep it in place.

Fifth step: Take the left over thread from the knot and put it through the crystal hole once again, and put it through one of the necklace holes to keep it in place. Secure it with 4 tight knots. 

Sixth step: Hang the crystals at least four links apart for less clustering. Repeat until all crystals are in place.