How to Make a Jewel Bib Necklace
(with a free template download}
I’ve seen these bib necklaces everywhere. J Crew, Anthropologie, Nordstroms.
And I have been meaning to make one of my very own for nearly a year now.
Well, I finally did it.
And let me tell you, it’s easy as pie.
Let’s make one together, mmkay.
Materials:
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One square foot of black felt
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Package of gems: I purchased the 1 lb. package from Michael’s and I used my 40% OFF coupon. You will only end up using about 2 ounces of gems for one necklace.
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Fabric scissors
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Pins
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Glue gun and hot glue
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3 feet of ribbon
Carefully cut it out and then pin it to the center of your felt.
Use the pattern to cut out the felt in the shape of your bib necklace.
Set aside the felt scraps for later on.
Now, place your gems in the desired layout on your felt backing.
This may be tricky, so take your time until it looks just right.
I made mine symmetrical.
Once you have your layout, begin to glue down each gem–one by one.
I started from the edges and then worked my way in.
Once you have glued all the gems into place, flip over your felt and get ready to add the ribbon. Keep the ribbon in one long single strand. Apply a dime size drop of glue to the top of the felt backing. Glue the ribbon about 1.5 inches down. Repeat the step with the other side of the ribbon.
Now, take your set aside felt scraps and cut two 1.5 inch squares.
Apply another dime size drop of glue on top of the ribbon, and put the square felt on top. This will hide the ribbon backing and give it a clean look.
Find the center of your ribbon and make your cut.
Then tie a bow. I kept the ribbon extra long {3 feet} so that I could have a larger bow. And that’s it!
If you use this template for a necklace, I would love to see how your project turns out! Come back and leave a link in the comments.
Happy Crafting!
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LOVE how easy this is! Thanks for sharing!! (and Im voting for you)
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Lindsay
What a beautiful end product!! I love how you include TONS of pics in your tutorials..makes learning so much easier
Delighted Momma
The Tootsie Wootsie
how darling is this! I love it!
Cindy@Cinsarah
I was just thinking about making one of these!! now I know how easy it is!! thanks for the tutorial!
Lindsay
I've been wanting to make one of these! Thanks for the tips girly!
I think I actually like this BETTER than anthro 
colorchic
What a great project! I'll have a link up tomorrow for a giveaway… I hope you share!
Cheeky D
Super cute and easy. Heres a tip too incase you don't know. If you take a lighter to the end of your ribbon it won't fray. I found this tip due to my obsession with baby girl hair bows I make for my girl!
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Taylor
After discovering so many DIY, I never look at jewelry the same! I always think to myself, "I could make that!" I'm so glad you put so many pictures too, I can't wait to make this
And maybe sometime in the future you could feature this necklace in one of your, What I Wore Today – OR with multiple outfits, because I love this necklace (always have) but never know how I would wear it! Thanks Ashley, you're an inspiration!
The Sparrows End
I made one of the Necklaces today I made my own template but here is a link to it
Loved the tutorial:) Please stop in and check out my blog @http://thesparrowsend.blogspot.com/
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Vanessa
I love this post! I may just have to make one of these!
I heard about you from the lovely Jessica Wilcox of Modern Moments and I'm so glad I did! Your blog is great!
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Emily
I love your blog! This is a great craft- and perfect for those of us who are allergic to "more affordable" jewlery!
Claire
this is fabulous! i can't even wait to make one of these. thank you THANK YOU!
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Heather Mullin
I love it and especially love that you don't have to sew! The possibilities are endless! LOVE IT!
Ashley@Heart2Heart
I made one and LOVE it! I posted it on my blog and my post was all about you today! You can look at
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You are amazing and I just can't get enough of your blog!!
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i will make this!
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Terri
I can not get the template to download and I really want to make this necklace!!! Can you help me? Thanks
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lisa
i cant get the template to come up or download can you post it again or email me please?
Thanks!
Fabiola
I can not get the template to download and I really want to make this necklace!!! Can you help me? Thanks
Lucía
Congratulations! It’s a great tutorial and really easy to follow the step by step.
I’d like to get the pattern, but when I try download it a screen appears saying: “The file link that you requested is invalid.” I wonder if you could send me this, please.
Regards from Spain,
Lucía
I’m sorry for my English.
Amoi
i love this! and i love the step by step photo to help a crafter like myself
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