This DIY charm necklace is exactly what you need if you’re a beginner in the jewelry making or if you’re a pro who wants to remember some basics! A charm necklace is a timeless basic, people from all generations, all ages and all styles wear them. By following these 4 steps, you’ll be undefeatable in making the basic necklaces, and as you’ll see it, it’s very accessible in terms of difficulty.

Step 1:

Cut the leather cord you chose using a pair of scissors to create the main part of the necklace. The length depends on what you want to create, for example a choker is usually around 35cm, and a princess length is usually between 40cm and 45cm.

Step 2:

Take one end part and put glue in it. Be careful not to put too much glue, it could exceed and be visible on your bracelet. Then take one extremity of your leather cord and insert it into the end part. Make sure the cord has reached the end of the end part to ensure maximum grip. Do the same with the other end of the cord.

Step 3:

Take a jump ring and open it leaving a gap. Insert one part of the clasp into the ring and then attach the jump ring to one end part on the cord. Close the jump ring. Then take a second jump ring and open it the same way and attach it to the opposite end part of the cord. Close the jump ring.

Step 4:

Take another jump ring and twist to open it the same way and insert the charm and close it. Then simply slide the ring in the necklace.

Your brand new necklace is ready!