Using Crochet Techniques To Make Jewelry!

If you’re looking for some quick and simple projects to make to help you master crocheting then these types of projects might be just right for you!

Crocheted Necklaces

If you stop and consider what a necklace actually looks like, it’s simply a chain of links! So, if you consider how simple it is to make a single crochet strip from crochet yarn or crochet thread you can add beads, spangles, sequins and more and you can make a crocheted necklace in a very short period of time.

There are a variety of crochet threads that come with ‘fleck’ in them or they might be available in silks, gold or silver colors or even in bright colors that mean you can create a variety of simple necklaces and provide an entire set for a gift package. 

Beads are simple to find, you can find them in second hand stores, consignment shops, craft shops and more.  Closures are inexpensive and for far less than you would pay for a traditional necklace you can create an entire gift set to provide to friends, family and co-workers for a great inexpensive holiday gift.

CROCHET Bracelets

Since we just discussed necklaces, bracelets are little more than a smaller necklace. If you have friends, family or co-workers who like bracelets with larger beads you can still create a fun to wear and attractive bracelet.  Thick and chunky beads come in a variety of colors, shapes and are readily available in most craft shops or craft sections of department stores. This means that you are limited only by your imagination.

Consider making bracelets that match your necklaces and pairing them up for a gift that everyone will be happy to receive whether it’s for birthdays or other holidays.    You can use a slightly stretchy yarn that quickly pulls back into shape to make these bracelets easy to put on and take off!

CROCHET EARRINGS

You can use up those odds and ends pieces of crochet thread that you weren’t quite sure what to do with.  Learn to crochet delicate filigree patterns that make beautiful dangling earrings or make fun to wear colorful button styled earrings that add a fun touch to all outfits.

SUMMARY

Making crochet jewelry is fun and easy and it’s a perfect way to learn how you personally handle stitch gauge based on your crocheting techniques.  In addition, crochet jewelry makes a fun and attractive gift and you are limited only by the variety of crochet threads and yarns and the beads and baubles that you select to make your crochet jewelry.

One of the best things about crochet jewelry is the short amount of time that it takes to create them. You can create the foundation chains for your project while you’re watching television, traveling on the train or while taking a quick break from work.  Most crochet jewelry projects can be finished in well under an hour meaning you have more time to think about your designs!