Sunday, January 13, 2013

Simple Wire Wrapped Pendant



 Hey Everyone,

Another necklace I hear you ask? I know, I know, I'm more of a bracelet person myself, but for some reason I'm rocking the necklaces lately.
And this one is just so easy, its a great beginner's project and can be whipped up super quick as an accessory to match your new outfit or
as a last minute gift for a special occasion.
 

 What you need for 1 pendant:

A bead (tear drop is preferable but not necessary), 1 headpin, a length of 20 gauge jewelry wire, a jump ring, pliers and a chain

How to:

1. Thread the bead onto the headpin.
2. Bend the headpin at a 90 degree angle
3. Using round nosed jewelry pliers bend the headpin back around to form a loop. (note - you don't need round nose pliers, if all you have are the standard pliers - those work just fine too)
4. Cut off excess wire

5. Attach the jewelry wire onto the loop and secure (ignore the jump ring in this pic)

6 - 8. Wrap... it does not need to be neat - in fact its supposed to be random and fun. Tuck in the end of the wire and add the jump ring

9. Cute pendant! Now add the chain!



 I loved this one so much I made a whole bunch of them!!!

I attached 3 to a larger jump ring to make a small cluster pendant of sorts.


These little pendants are simple and striking enough to be worn on their own. 

I love this turquoise one - love it!!!

Once you start making these, you wont be able to stop. 
Be warned - they are addictive!  

If you have more beads of the same colour, this technique would look stunning if you were to make earrings!


I really hope I've inspired you all today.... 

Take care and have a great week, don't forget to follow us on Facebook,
 


 xxx
 
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45 comments:

  1. UnknownJanuary 13, 2013 at 10:56 PM

    This is so beautiful! Lovely Natalie

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  2. Mik's Jewelry ShopJanuary 14, 2013 at 12:42 AM

    This is so great! I am a new follower from the Sunday Showcase Party.
    Mikaila from A Little Bit of Craft

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  3. Our Pinteresting FamilyJanuary 14, 2013 at 8:13 AM

    What a beautiful pendant. It looks perfect for spring. :)

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  4. Amanda January 14, 2013 at 1:49 PM

    Love the look of this! I will definitely have to make some.

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  5. Tuula @ Thrifty Rebel VintageJanuary 14, 2013 at 8:44 PM

    That is really pretty! I love the colours!

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  6. The HOME GIRLJanuary 14, 2013 at 10:40 PM

    This is so nice! Makes me want to get my beads back out and start making jewelery again! Thanks for sharing this lovely creation! =)

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    1. Natalie @ NorthShore DaysJanuary 22, 2013 at 6:07 PM

      You really should get those beads out, you can whip these up in no time at all!

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  7. UnknownJanuary 15, 2013 at 12:58 AM

    It's absolutely gorgeous! You know I love that turquoise color.

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    1. Natalie @ NorthShore DaysJanuary 22, 2013 at 6:08 PM

      Sherry, I love that one too and I decided to keep it for myself lol xxx

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  8. Erin ShakespearJanuary 15, 2013 at 10:59 AM

    ACK! I love those. LOVE them. I can't say that enough....love them, love them, love them! I'm pinning and hopefully getting to these very soon (of course, that's what I think with all my pins...)

    hazelandcompany.blogspot.com

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    1. Natalie @ NorthShore DaysJanuary 22, 2013 at 6:09 PM

      Erin, thank you so so much and for the pin, yay. Seriously these are so easy to make you wont believe it xx Nat

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  9. bJanuary 15, 2013 at 5:18 PM

    you are my last visit from nifty thrifty tuesday.... and i'm so glad i decided to click on one more post.....i'm definitely a jewelry beginner and will be trying this out with my daughter. thanks for the detailed post. awesome!!

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    1. Natalie @ NorthShore DaysJanuary 22, 2013 at 6:09 PM

      Thanks B - I'm glad you stopped in too. I hope you have fun making these xx Nat

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  10. Ana Love CraftJanuary 15, 2013 at 9:04 PM

    So elegant!!! Love these pendants! Thanks so much for sharing the great tutorial!Would love to have you visit me sometime.
    Have a fabulous day!

    Hugs from Portugal,

    Ana Love Craft
    www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com

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  11. JillJanuary 15, 2013 at 9:51 PM

    That pendant looks beautiful!

    Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
    Hope you have a fabulous week!
    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

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  12. Lindsey RallsJanuary 16, 2013 at 6:36 AM

    Love this! thanks for the tips :)

    Lindsey @ http://the-dailyme.blogspot.com

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  13. daneJanuary 16, 2013 at 7:57 AM

    très très jolie j' adore c' est vraiment sympa et merci pour le tuto c' est assez facile a réaliser biz

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    1. Natalie @ NorthShore DaysJanuary 22, 2013 at 7:02 PM

      Merci Dane, c'était un projet très facile, je suis content que vous l'aimez xx

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  14. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    So cute! I will have to try and make earrings with this technique, very beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing at Wednesday's Adorned From Above Blog Hop.
    Debi and Charly @ Adorned From Above
    Bethany @ Whistle and Ivy

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  15. VanessaJanuary 16, 2013 at 3:24 PM

    Hi, Natalie

    I love these pendants and you make it look so easy. I found your lovely blog on Whims Wed link party. I enjoyed looking around your lovely blog. I am a new follower. I would love for you to stop by www.homesweetbutterfly.com.

    Have a great day,
    Vanessa

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  16. Adorned From AboveJanuary 16, 2013 at 3:30 PM

    This is absolutlely beautiful. I'm going to make these when I get home. Thanks so much for sharing at Wednesday's Adorned From Above Blog Hop.
    Debi and Charly @ Adorned From Above
    Melanie @ Keep It Simple and Fun

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  17. Debbie @ MeandMyDIYJanuary 17, 2013 at 8:24 PM

    Hi Natalie, I'm visiting over from Wildly Original. Your thumbnail caught my eye because it's such a pretty necklace. I really love it. I've never made any jewelry, but you make it look so easy, I'm almost tempted to try it! Beautiful job. So glad you posted!

    Debbie

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    1. Natalie @ NorthShore DaysJanuary 22, 2013 at 7:10 PM

      Thank you Debbie - it is so easy, I hope you do give it a try

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  18. MoJanuary 19, 2013 at 5:17 PM

    Cute! I want to make one now...pinning this tutorial.

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  19. Kristi L (Digital Cake)January 20, 2013 at 2:54 PM

    I love these! I featured it on my blog today: http://digitalcakecrafting.blogspot.com/2013/01/shout-out-sunday-3.html

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  20. Be Colorful CoastalJanuary 20, 2013 at 5:38 PM

    Oooh. Very cool. These are going to be popular. Thanks for sharing on BeColorful.
    p

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  21. TheresaJanuary 21, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    I LOVE the cluster! It would be a beautiful take on the 'mother's' ring or necklace. Useing beads the color of children's birthstones.
    Thank you for such a lovely tutorial. Pinning for reference.

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  22. ChristineJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:18 AM

    What a great tutorial!!!! I can't wait to try it out.

    Thanks so much for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer... From Dream To Reality! I'm looking forward to seeing what you link up this evening! :)

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  23. Natalie @ NorthShore DaysJanuary 22, 2013 at 6:55 PM

    Thank you Lenetta - will pop over and visit

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  24. The Busy Bee'sJanuary 23, 2013 at 6:52 PM

    Hi,
    Great tutorial. You have some great ideas and we would like for you to share with our readers too. We are hosting our first link party tomorrow and we would like to invite you to link up with us. We have a fun blog to co-host with us. Hope to see you there.

    Thanks!
    The Busy Bee's,
    Myrna and Joye.

    http://thebusybhive.blogspot.com/

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  25. Meredith @ Wait Til Your Father Gets HomeJanuary 24, 2013 at 8:51 PM

    I wish I was more confident with jewelry making...maybe I'll have to take it up this year as a resolution. Your pendant necklaces are gorgeous!

    We're featuring you this week @ Keep Calm & Link Up! Come by, grab a button, and link up your latest and greatest this weekend when you get a chance.

    xo, Meredith @ www.waittilyourfathergetshome.com

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