How to Make a Sea Shell Choker

Make a beautiful necklace out of souvenirs from the shore. Preserve your memories in a unique design that's easy to make and fun to wear.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• small white or blue half-shells
• leather cord
• hand drill
• necklace clasp
• mini freshwater oyster shells (optional)

1. Drill a small hole (around 1/4 inch or smaller) through each of your shells. Use three or five medium-sized ones to make a choker or more to make a longer or looped choker necklace.

2. Cut a length of leather corn and tie a knot in the center. Pull both ends through the shell, making sure the knot is big enough and tight enough not to pass through the hole.

3. Slide a shell on either side, at even distances from your center shell. Tie a knot just behind each one and pass the ends through the hole, making sure to secure the knots against slipping through the holes.

4. Once all your shells have been added, trim the cord to the desired length and add a jewelry clasp to each end.

Tips & Warnings

• Use small half-shells with mother-of-pearl interiors, like freshwater oyster shells, to knot in between your main shells for additional ornaments (especially if you're only using three large shells).
• Other great ornaments include spiral shells, craft starfish, or coral-colored beads.

[nancys123]

on 9/25/2009 Good info. 5*