Old Days Charm Necklace

Project by Kate Richbourg & Janice Parsons

Sample by Kate Richbourg

Please Note: The 8mm Precioca Crystal Pearls come in packages of 20 beads. TWO packages are required for this project.

The Old Days Necessities Kit includes a clasp, extender chain, a pair of clamshell two-loop end tips and crimp tubes. One kit = enough for one necklace. 

The Old Days project is a special necklace design from Kate and Janice, inspired by the vintage charm necklaces they both made and loved years ago. This fresh reworking captures that collected, nostalgic feel in a streamlined design that is easy to make and perfect for personalizing.

For this project, Kate and Janice have carefully chosen each ingredient to create a necklace that feels timeless and full of character. Make it exactly as shown, or use their design as a starting point and add your own favorite charms and treasures to create something truly one of a kind. Consult the general ingredients list on the upper left side of this page for quantities and to browse items of interest for this project.

Featuring quality Czech crystal pearls, vintage-style swivel clasps, distinctive charms, and fine line chain, Old Days is strung in the classic old-school style that gives it so much charm. It is a beautiful project on its own and a lovely foundation for building a necklace that feels entirely your own.

There are three parts to the tutorial for this project:

• Overview and Design
• Necklace Construction Part 1
• Necklace Construction Part 2