There’s a fabric we can’t get enough of this season, and that fabric is velvet. I’m serious, everyone on our team has been practically consumed! Velvet couches, crushed velvet knee high boots, velvet slip dresses… we want them all and we want them now!
Inspired to make an accessory that can add velvet to any outfit with minimal effort, we set out to create our very own DIY velvet chokers. We sourced the most perfect ultra soft ribbon from Mokuba in dusty pastel shades, opting for some thicker widths to get a handful of different styles. We couldn’t find the right size clasps in gold at our local jewelry supply store, so we ordered hardware online – sourcing the finishing touches was definitely the most complicated part of the whole project.
Once we had everything we needed, the rest was quick, fun, and simple as can be. Scroll down for the step-by-step:
What you’ll need //
12″ 38mm velvet ribbon (for single strap choker)
42″ 1mm velvet ribbon (for double wrap choker)
2 Clamp-style jewellery clasps per necklace (make sure its the same size as your velvet ribbon)
1 Lobster claw clasp per necklace
Jewellery pliers
Scissors
Measuring Tape
Instructions //
Single Strap
1. Measure your neck and cut a piece of ribbon approximately 2cm larger than your measurement. Double check it’s a good fit, keeping in mind you can adjust the size with the closures.
2. Place the end of the ribbon inside the clasp and use pliers to pinch tight, repeat on the other end.
Double-tie
1. We cut our ribbon to 42 inches to wrap twice around with a bow tie closure.
2. To ensure your velvet ribbon doesn’t fray, carefully coat each end with clear nail polish.
