Fast & Fabulous Necklace
by Katie Hacker

Printed suede is a hot trend! Here's an easy way to try it out and learn two knots in the process.

Materials & Tools:
1m length of 5mm printed suede
6" length of 3mm black bolo cord
10" length of 1.5mm black round cord
two 5.5mm Glue-n-Go end caps with clasp
35mm Katiedids double-circle pendant
Scissors
Loctite Gel (or other industrial strength adhesive)

Instructions:

1. Position one end of the bolo cord inside the inner channel and coil the leather inside the channel to determine the proper length. Cut off the extra cord.
2. Repeat Step 1 to place bolo cord inside the outer channel of the pendant.
3. Remove both pieces of bolo cord from the pendant, place a few drops of glue inside the channels, replace the bolo cords; let it dry.
4. Determine how long you want to make the necklace, then cut the printed suede accordingly.
5. Fold the printed suede cord in half and place the fold through the front of the pendant.
6. Place the ends of the printed suede cord through the fold and pull it tight to make a lark's head knot.
7. Wrap the black leather cord in a loose coil around both printed suede cords just above the lark's head knot.
8. Place the ends of the black leather cord through the center of the coil in opposite directions.
9. Pull the ends of the black leather cord to secure the spiral knot.
10. Glue an end cap to each end of the printed suede cord; let it dry.

Tip: Use leftover printed suede cord to make a matching bracelet: You can stitch beads onto the surface of the cord, string large-hole beads onto it or wrap it with wire and beads to embellish your design!

 

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