How To Make A Jewel Bib Necklace

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:

• Download your FREE necklace template HERE.
• One square foot of black felt
• 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.
• Fabric scissors
• Pins
• Glue gun and hot glue
• 3 feet of ribbon

First, download your FREE template here.

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!

I am excited to use the template to make some other bib necklaces.

Maybe a pom pom one, a button one, or a lace embellished one.

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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