DIY Adjustable Navy Cord-Wrapped Large Ball Bead Statement Necklace - Jewelry Making at Home

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In this blog post, I will walk you through the steps to create your own Navy Cord-Wrapped Large Ball Statement Necklace. Using a 1mm black waxed cotton cord, CCB beads and Navy cord-wrapped large beads, it's a straightforward project to craft a unique accessory that can be worn over a turtleneck sweater or with various outfits. The adjustable cord not only allows for versatility in styling but also ensures a comfortable and customizable fit, making it a practical choice for any occasion.
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If you're looking to complete your jewelry collection, check out the related posts: 
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Matching Earrings: Easy DIY Navy Cord-Wrapped Ball Bead Earrings: A Step-by-Step Guide
Same Style Necklace: DIY Adjustable Statement Necklace with Yarn-Wrapped Ball Beads
Same Style Earrings: DIY Earrings Tutorial - Yarn-Wrapped Magic: Creating Unique Wooden Bead Earrings

These posts offer additional DIY ideas and tutorials in the same style as the Adjustable Cord-Wrapped Large Ball Statement Necklace. Let's get started on this creative journey!

Matching Earrings

Easy DIY Navy Cord-Wrapped Ball Bead Earrings: A Step-by-Step Guide

Same Style: Yellow Yarn Earrings

DIY Earrings Tutorial - Yarn-Wrapped Magic: Creating Unique Wooden Bead Earrings

Same Style: Yellow Yarn Necklace

DIY Earrings Tutorial - Yarn-Wrapped Magic: Creating Unique Wooden Bead Earrings

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Supplies:

• Acrylic metallic faceted beads (gold) - 4 mm
• CCB beads by Bead Landing™ (color: antique brass) - 10 mm round & 10 mm disc​
• Metal beads - 4 mm
• Oxidized Brass 2 Hole Metal Spacer Bar Bead by hildie & jo 
• Nail polish clear (optional)
• Navy cord-wrapped wooden beads - 16 mm​
• Waxed cotton cord 1 mm: https://amzn.to/3tYN5Gp 

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Creating Navy Cord-Wrapped Bead Adjustable Cord Necklace

Instructions:

1. Start by cutting a piece of black waxed cotton cord to a length of 34 inches.
2. To prevent the cord from fraying when threading through beads multiple times, apply a small amount of nail polish to the cord's end. (Optional)
3. Collect the following beads: Seven 10-mm CCB round beads, five navy cord-wrapped ball beads, two 4-mm metal beads, two 4-mm acrylic faceted beads (gold), one Oxidized Brass 2 hole metal spacer bar bead.
4. Thread a 4-mm metal bead, a 10-mm CCB round bead, a 10-mm CCB disc bead, a navy ball bead, a 10-mm CCB disc bead, a 10-mm CCB round in that order onto the waxed cotton cord. 
5. Repeat this pattern, excluding the 4-mm metal bead. Add one 4-mm metal bead at the end.
6. Take an Oxidized Brass 2 Hole Metal Spacer Bar Bead. Thread each cord end through one hole of the spacer bar bead.
7. Thread one 4-mm acrylic faceted bead onto each cord end.
8. Tie a knot on each cord end to secure the beads and spacer bar.
9. That's it! Enjoy wearing it or gifting it to share the joy of handmade creativity.​ ​​

Preventing Cord Fraying (Optional)

​Instructions:

1. To prevent the cord from fraying when threading through beads multiple times, apply a small amount of nail polish to the cord's end.
2. Use a paper towel to remove any excess nail polish if necessary. 
3. Allow the nail polish to dry completely before using the cord.

Please note that any crafts or DIY projects should be attempted with caution.

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