When Soph and I first saw THOSE striking images from the Chanel Fall 2012 runway our hearts basically gave out. We just couldn't resist getting our hands on some of those jagged edged, violet colored amethyst and crystal gems then DIY'ing until our little fingers bled.
p.s. thank you to those who came out to our haute-DIY event at soho house last night where we made variations of this crystal necklace along with these and this and those and these. xx
How to: DIY Raw Crystal Necklace
You will need:1. Cut two 8 inch pieces of chain. Thread your wire through one end of chain. Create a loop with the chain inside leaving 1/4 inch excess wire. Wrap excess wire.
16 inches of chain
5 raw crystal or amethyst beds
2 jump rings
clasp
6 inches of 24 gauge wire
2. Thread gemstones through the wire attached to chain.
3. Repeat step 1, attaching the other end of chain. Wrap and cut remaining wire. Attach clasp with jump rings.
Photos: because im addicted for stylehive in collaboration with Sophie Monet
70 comments:
It looks so easy to do, but fantastic!
Fashion&Chocolate
Elle ღ
Love this! Been meaning to do something similar for a while now, as I couldn't find exactly the type of crystal jewellery I was looking for. Inspired to go find some perfect crystals now & get making!
whoaaaa this is just amazing!!!!
loving the crystal!!
x
It looks great, I love it. I was so surprised when Chanel used crystals, more rock and roll then the norm. DIY looks great though! :)
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Perfect!
It's really beautiful! I love it =)
xxx.
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Cool DIY idea!
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So cool! Love it!
gorgeous necklace! I love raw crystal jewelry1
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Thank you so much for sharing! Fantastic idea!
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this one is awesome, love it, great job girl
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WOW this looks amazing. LOVE xoxo
This looks so good!
I have to admit, Chanel has won me over with their pale purplue super feminine cristals. This is a great way to pull from that collection and insparation!
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thanks! been wondering how to work with crystals for a while.
xx
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Love this DIY. Crystal quarts still has a soft spot in my heart!
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One of the greatest DIY's I've seen
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This is great! I have to try this! Thanks for the great idea :)
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brilliant!
Bises,
monkeyshines
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love this necklace. so amazing!
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really beautiful!
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xx
Wow, this is amazing! What a beautiful idea!
Kate {Something Fabulous}
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That looks phenomenal!!! The raw crystal look is great. Lagerfeld is a genius!
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I've been wanting to do a crystal necklace for a while, this tutorial has reminded me and helped me figure out how to. Gorgeous necklace as end-result: I absolutely love it :)
xo Joana
wow, great idea! i have some crystals at home. but how did you make the holes through the crystals??
gorgeous!
Woww, i will try because this necklace is really cool!!
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I love this type necklace, so I'll try to make one. Thanks for your DIY, is fantastic!
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May I know where to get the crystals?
Thanks! ^^
Very nice! great blog
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great idea for a DIY yourself. looks mythstical und pure at the same time. great
What a creative way to make a very cute necklace. Good job!
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Looks fantastic x
soo obsessed i need to try this stat!
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Geri love your necklace!Such a great Diy!
Great DIY!!! I love raw crystals!! So beautiful! Full of energy!! I'm definitely gonna try this one!
xoxo from Brazil,
Gabi Barbará
Barbaridades!
So beautiful, love this idea!
AHHHHHHHHHH I HAVE TO DO THISS especially after my latest blog entry ahha xD where do you get raw crystals from :o :o? x x xx
AHHHHHHHHHH I HAVE TO DO THISS especially after my latest blog entry ahha xD where do you get raw crystals from :o :o? x x xx
looks amazing, still love how chanel went for crystals, much edgier than anyone was expecting i think!
i tried to do something similar a while back but couldnt track down crystals with the holes already drilled and didnt fancy mutilating myself in the process of attempting to diy. any tips?
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this is so cool. I am so going t make on of these.
Wow that looks amazing! I remember seeing the raw crystal cuffs and I loved that look. Thank you so much for the lesson! xx
That's a great necklace. Those rocks would make killer earrings too.
:) Ewa
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HAVE A GREAT DAY!
Frances x
That's cool! Thanks for sharing!
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Where do you find crystals that already have holes in them for threading? or did you drill the holes yourself?
Wow!!!! That is simply GORGEOUS!! Cant believe you made that yourself :D thats awesome!! :) love it!
Cute DIY GERI
Enjoy this NECKLACE..
Have a nice week.
Kss from MUNICH
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Gorgeous love how you keep up with the trends
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This necklace is awesome. I must own one. And if I have to make it myself... so be it! Thx for sharing.
OH THIS IS GREAT. DEFINITELY A D.I.Y I WANT TO TRY!
X ELLE
Thanks guys! So glad you're into it.
We bought strands of crystals and amethysts so they came with holes in them. You can buy the strands at bead stores, Michaels or online. We happened to find these at the LA gem show which is beyond! Highly recommend the gem shows if you're into jewelry making - everything is much cheaper and higher quality.
Hope that helps!
xx,
G
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This is simply beautiful. Here is my take on DIY jewelry project and I love it too bit.ly/H5Ig02
Beautiful necklace! Will have to give it a try. Thank you for the idea!
Looks great! I wish i was that talented!!!
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http://www.astrogallery.com/about-us-topmenu-129.html THE ASTRO GALLERY OF GEMS is a Great place to pick up your stones for this project!
beautiful necklace.
I especially love the purple shirt in the photo actually. where did you get it? :)
beautiful necklace.
I especially love the purple shirt in the photo actually. where did you get it? :)
The necklace is beauitful..
A all round necklace to wear with anything and all around events.
I love this! Where did you get the crystals from?
I love this idea. I really want to make it but I think I may have got the wrong size beads (I bought them online ugh)... mine are 3/4" - 1in...too small??
how did you make the holes through the crystals??
Essential step is missing:
How to put holes in your crystals
So pretty - love it - but please, please share who makes/or where you got that cool purple t-shirt, TY!
Your DIY Series is so inspiring! I will try this one for sure 'cause I love making my own jewerly. xoxo
this is such an awesome tutorial, i love the necklace, it looks soo gorgeous! x
Did you buy the crystals with the holes already in them or did you have to make them?
Question: where did you get the beads??
Where can I find these crystals online? How much should I expect to pay? Love ALL your DIY but I don't have much options to buy supplies in Minneapolis ;)
This necklace is so gorgeous!
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