This necklace is special… gems and ribbons!

I really love the combo of gemstone beads on a ribbon to make a cool necklace. I made this one a statement using a bright orange ribbon. This tutorial contains affiliate links.

You will need the following tools and materials to make your ribbon gemstone necklace:

1: Pliers. You’ll need your flat nose pliers and round nose pliers to make your ribbon gemstone necklace.

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2: A piece of ribbon long enough to be a necklace.

3: Two flat crimp ends.

4: A large jump ring.

5: Two small jump rings.

6: Three head pins.

7: A lobster clasp.

8: Gemstone beads. I used this selection of beads including a shell bead and a coral bead.

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Follow these steps to make your gemstone ribbon necklace:

1: Place each of the beads on the head pins.

2: Create a loop at the end of each pin using the round nose pliers to secure the beads in place.

3: Add the beads onto the large jump ring and close it.

4: Add the bead charm to the ribbon and tie a knot to secure it in the middle of the ribbon.

5: Add a crimp to either side of the ribbon ends using the flat nose pliers to squash it in place. I had to fold my ribbon a little to make sure it fit.

6: Add a jump ring to one side of the ribbon end and add the lobster clasp to the end.

7: Add the other jump ring to the other side of the necklace to finish it off.

Now your gemstone ribbon necklace is ready to wear! So cool!