| In this jewelry making technique, we will explain how to make a
necklace where the yoke, or center piece of the necklace is
interchangeable. The concept in making an Interchangeable Necklace
is simple. A string of beads is made between 16 and 24 inches long
with a clasp on either end. The clasps on the end are used to
connect to slightly larger than normal loops on either end of your yoke or
other centerpiece. Because of this unique construction, when this
necklace is worn the clasps for the necklace are worn in front instead of
in back.
Almost any kind of decorative clasp can be used for this
Interchangeable Necklace. Lobster Claw Clasps will work well.
Our favorite is the Flemish Spiral Clasp shown at right.
Instructions for making the Flemish
Spiral Clasp and the Classic Pearl Necklace can be found here. |
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| To connect this strand of beads with a clasp on either end to a yoke
or other center piece in a necklace, you need to have a center piece with
a "catch", or other larger loop on the ends. Just like the V Shaped
Yoke shown at right, the large loops on either end allow connection of
this yoke to the clasps on the strand of beads.
In the next web page we will provide some patterns for making these catches. |
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