How to Make a Thick Ribbon Choker

You can use ribbon to make a classy choker.

A choker resembles a necklace that fits tight around the neck. You can purchase chokers made of chain, leather and just about any other material you can think of. You can even make your own choker out of thick ribbon. Ribbons with lace edges make particularly pretty chokers and add a touch of class to an accessory that is often associated with Goth subcultures. Making a ribbon choker takes only a short amount of time.

Things You'll Need

• Lace ribbon
• Tailor's tape measure
• Scissors
• Hook-and-loop fastener (Velcro)
• Fabric glue

Instructions

1. Wrap a tailor’s measuring tape around your neck where you plan to wear the choker. Have a friend read the measurement where the end of the measuring tape overlaps.

2. Add two inches to the length of the measurement and then transfer that measurement to the ribbon.

3. Cut the ribbon to the measured length with a pair of sharp scissors.

4. Cut a piece of hook-and-loop fastener to a 1-inch length with the scissors. Separate the hook and the loop from each other.

5. Glue the hook side of the Velcro to one end of the ribbon with fabric glue and then glue the loop side of the Velcro to the other end of the ribbon and on the reverse side. Allow 24 hours for drying time.

6. Place the ribbon around your neck and then fasten the hook-and-loop closure so that the choker rests against the back of your neck.

References

• Making Beaded Jewelry: Make a Black Victorian Choker Necklace -- Beaded Necklace Instructions