DIY Necklaces: 30+ Ideas for Gifts or Selling

This is s great project to start with if you are a beginner or polymer clay seems intimidating to you. You can not mess this one up.

Learn how to decorate a wood pendant with a picture from a magazine - or any other scan you! This DIY jewelry is easy and great for gifts.

Learn how to make washer necklaces using this simple tutorial! It's a perfect craft for kids or adults - plus it's inexpensive.

Learn how to make pressed leaf pendants with real dried leaves! You can make beautiful jewelry with this simple to follow tutorial.

You can make a necklace with a dollar store seed packet and some other craft store supplies! This is such an easy jewelry project.

This DIY Shrinky Dink necklace was so easy! If you love Shrinky Dink jewelry, this is a fun project to try with Sharpies and stencils.

Learn how to make a photo pendant the easy way! Attach to a necklace or bracelet for simple DIY jewelry that also makes a great gift idea.

There is something special about a jewelry piece that doesn’t come from your average store – plus it’s so fun to make things that are a little more personal. That’s just the case with this little “Hello” embroidered pendant necklace!

Bending wire takes some patience, but anyone can do it! Debi gives you a tutorial, including a video to show you how it's done. Customize with the embroidery floss colors of your choice.

Press clay into silicone molds to turn it into any shapes that you like! Once the clay has hardened, you can paint and gild the shapes, then string them to make some pretty DIY necklaces.

Turn small beans and an acorn cap into the cutest natural, spring inspired necklace! This is very simple to make, and kids love to try them too.

Are you looking for a unique polymer clay jewelry idea using Mod Podge Dimensional Magic? These DIY necklaces are perfect for gifts!

Today I’m going to share with you a tutorial to create this Felt Ball Necklace. It’s really simple to make (hence the 10 minute project) and would be a great statement necklace.

It's not hard at all to make DIY necklaces featuring silhouettes! This project would be a fun way to show off your kiddos, or be a sweet gift for your favorite mother.

These little chunky geometric necklaces are going to be one of your favorite new accessories.  Pair these with a t-shirt and your favorite jeans, and you're good to go!

If you want to enjoy essential oils on the go, this diffuser necklace is perfect! Vanessa uses hers with lavender and peppermint for headaches, but you can add any of your favorite scents.

These DIY necklaces are made entirely of paper. Oh, and a little glue, thread, and a jump ring if you want to get technical. Which you probably do, if you're the kind of person who likes pie charts.

If you've never hand stamped metal, you'll be surprised how easy it is! You can use the stamps on washers and make beautiful jewelry by adding beads and chain.

Make beautiful resin jewelry using wood pieces and alcohol ink or food coloring and resin. You can make a beautiful pendant set using the mold of your choice.

Channel your love of neon and shapes into the most fun statement necklace that will ever grace your neck. It’s inspired by summer pool toys!

Brittni designed a long, asymmetrical necklace that can be worn during the day or at night. I love the combination of beads with color and then plain wood beads to make a simple yet beautiful piece of jewelry.

Do you enjoy taking out your frustrations on wire with a jewelry hammer? You're going to love this beautiful hammered necklace! It's way easier than you think, and perfect for beginning jewelry crafters.

It's hard to believe that dryer lint can turn into beautiful DIY necklaces. I know - but it's true! Cathie will show you exactly how the faux turquoise is made.

Could you use a little luck and positive energy? This fun lucky penny necklace will be perfect for you! This piece is hand-stamped, but if you aren’t into stamping, you can still make a non-stamped version of your own!

Mod Podge Dimensional Magic is a great way to create faux cabochon jewelry! Tara will show you how to make a cool necklace with a vintage style image in a few simple steps.

Add a little glitz to your wardrobe with these beautiful handmade gold leaf pendants. These necklaces make great gifts and are perfect for customizing to fit your style.

This DIY stamped monogram necklace is easy to make, and can be customized for anyone you want to make one for. If you loved playing with play dough as a kid (or as an adult - I know I do!), you'll love creating this necklace!!

A tiny set of books makes the perfect pendant for book-lovers, librarians, teachers, and bookworms. This book necklace DIY is so simple to make with the help of some miniature books for a dollhouse!

DIY wedding dress necklace tutorial that shows you how to use a tiny
piece of your wedding dress to make a quick and easy pendant. Looks
gorgeous and a great thing to do with your dress after the wedding!

This beaded heart DIY necklace combines two unlikely colors - aqua and gold - with Mod Podge and microbeads for a unique jewelry look.

Create a unique (and easy!) Christmas necklace in a few easy steps! You'll love making this and adding it to your holiday wardrobe.

Everyone loves handmade gifts and a  handmade necklace! Even better when it is simple to put together and makes a statement to wear. I’m going to walk you through creating your own Beaded Holiday Necklace in three easy steps. This necklace makes a great gift or winter accessory!