It was a really fun project which allowed us quality time with the girls at our table. I’m going to do my best to explain the procedure for making this necklace. It’s really easy and the finished product is really cute. But first, let me introduce you to the original Potentilla Bib Necklace by Anthropology. . .
And now, let me introduce you to her price. $138! Nope, not a misprint, that’s one hundred thirty eight bucks! Say what????!!!!
And here is Bev’s knock-off version. . .
{photo courtesy of Flamingo Toes}
Didn’t she do a great job?! Her price tag? I don’t know, but it sure ain’t close to $138!
Here is what you need:
{Please forgive me if I do not label these correctly. I’m not a jewelry maker – YET.}
Tools: needle and thread and a needle nose pliers.
4 small flowers {3 petals each} and 4 large flowers {four petals each} cut from your basic cotton t-shirt. You also need a felt scrap {not shown} to sew your flowers on.
2 necklace chains {approximately 9 inches each}, a lobster clasp, 3 jump rings and a head pin.
A handful of small beads and one large bead.
Lay the four large flowers on top of one another, alternating the petal placement. Do the same with the small flowers using two for each set.
Starting with the large flowers, fold the layered petals and sew one stitch through the middle to secure the layers. String several beads onto the thread and sew in a cluster in the center of each flower. Do the same for each of the small flower sets.
This is my new friend Holly from
504 Main. Actually, I’ve been reading her blog for awhile and was pretty excited about meeting her. We seem to have a lot in common and had a good time chatting while we made our necklaces. Look at the concentration!
After your beads are sewn onto your flowers, you’ll have to attach the chain to the felt. To do this open the jump rings using the pliers and poke them through each end of the felt. Attach the chains to the jump rings and squeeze closed using the pliers. Use the same technique to attach the lobster clasp. And I’m not really sure how to begin explaining attaching the large bead to the back with the clasp. I know we put the bead on the head pin and used the pliers to hold it tightly while we wrapped the headpin into a loop and attached it to the jump ring. Bev’s tutorial uses another piece of fabric rather than the bead. You might be better off listening to her!
Once your chains and clasps are fastened you just sew the back petals of your flowers onto the felt piece. Easy peasy!
And there you have it! My Anthro inspired necklace for way less!
Not sure why I’m not wearing mine {instead of the hideous yellow name tag strap} but Kathy and Brittany are. Aren’t they cute? Well yes, the necklaces too, but I was talking about the girls from Red, Blonde and Burlap! These girls launched their adorable little blog right after Creative Estates. Go check it out, I think it’s gonna be a good one!
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Too cute! Thanks for sharing!!
Thank you soo much Jen!! It was just amazing to meet you!!
This is too cute. I don't usually wear necklaces but I might have to make one
This was such a great post Jen!!! I loved your summary of the class. And the pictures of our table working away!!! Too fun!
Great summary…Can yo photoshop my wrinkles out. I love your yellow badge.
Looks a lot of fun!
I want one now! Not paying 138 bucks though! Amazing what people charge for simple things (and what people pay !!)
Yay! I love that necklace! I made mine in pink!
That's just INSANE that you can create such a completely CLONE of the dang thing for so much cheaper.
Gorjus!
These are so pretty!! Thanks for sharing!
~ Sarah
Very fun necklace. My 16 year old daughter will love this. thanks.
That Bev is so talented with her mad jewelry making skills!
And Holly… (504) I hope to meet her at Blissdom next year with you!
gail
I so want to go next year! Very Pretty and thank you for linking up!
Very cute!
Wow! So many possibilities here! You did such a great job — pat yourself on the back!
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