"My Kingdom for a...Lace Necklace!"

I know you have been seeing these all over Creation, from fashion magazines to the Internet, and the prices range from relatively decent to the extremely obscene. I have found for you some great sites, which provide you with easy tutorials for making your custom-made lace necklace. And by the way, creating one of your own will cost little in the way of time and materials...which is even better! (I will show you my necklace, once I have completed it!) And away we go!

Over at Ruffles and Stuff you will find this sweet little sensation, which I particularly like. This piece is classic, feminine and not too over the top. A supply list and full instructions for this tutorial are provided. I really like the idea of painting the lace to a custom color; the lace of this piece was once pale pink!

The next little lovely I found is located at Grosgrain. This piece according to its creator is a bit "askew" which I think adds interests to the piece. This necklace is sophisticated and with the little twist of it being a bit off-centered, makes it visually interesting. Once again, you will find a supply list and full instructions on the site.

Last, but not least, we have a necklace a bit different from the other two, which I find simply cute. This lovely "dangler" can be found at My Vintage Secret. Com. I find this necklace fun, and one which would make a great gift for that teen in your life (hmm, I think my 18 year-old daughter may like this, "just because"). You will also find a supply list and complete instructions on the site. You know, you could paint any of the lace pieces you incorporate in your necklace, any color you chose, and you could always make more than one!

I could literally go on and on with the great tutorials I have found, but you get the idea, and hopefully this will spark some of your own creativity. Below are some other necklaces I found (nice and pricey), which have inspired me to create my own.

Nordstrom

How about a bit of ribbon, and faux pearl bracelets or a necklace, and great pin?

Nordstrom

For this one, a gold-toned bracelet, and a faux flower.

French Connection

Finally, a faux pearl necklace and some wonderful vintage, thrift stone brooches in complementary metallic tones.

I certainly hope you enjoyed today's post, and are more than inspired to make your own lovely bits! Have a wonderful weekend.

May the peace of God be with you,