Pearls are not only beautiful, but they are also quite versatile. They are elegant enough for formal occasions and sturdy enough to wear every day. They have been worn by royalty for centuries and today they are considered chic and luxurious. However, for those who want to have their own piece of jewelry made for themselves that is unique and handcrafted with love, pearl beads are the way to go.

A Brief History Of Pearl Beads

Pearl beads were initially found in some of the earliest forms of human culture; it grew to be the most popular bead throughout history. People commonly use pearls for jewelry and other decorative purposes, however, they are also used in medicine. In ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and Greeks, pearls were believed to have medicinal properties and have been used as remedies since antiquity.

 

In addition, pearl beads are used to help eye disorders, as an aphrodisiac to improve relationships, as well as a beauty product. Potentially the most symbolic use of them is with the wedding industry. Pearls mean faithfulness in marriage and are often given on the day of the wedding to represent such.

 

Pearls are known for their many uses and are found in a diverse variety of products. In the field of medicine, pearls have been found to be used as a sedative as well as an aid for healing ulcers and inflammation of the eyes. Historically they were used in remedies to cure fatigue, heart problems, insomnia, colic, stomach problems, and vertigo. They have been proven to be effective for dropsy and heart disease in dogs however are not very effective at combating those issues due to the size of the pearls required.

Step-By-Step Guide To Make A Choker Necklace Using Pearl Beads

Here is a step-by-step process on how to make a pearl choker necklace.

 

Step 1: Gather your materials: The best thing about this project is that it only requires a few and basic supplies. You'll just need pearl beads, a leather cord, pliers, and scissors. The number of pearl beads you'll need totally depends on the length and the design of the choker. According to the design, you may need different colored and different-sized gemstones. Freshwater pearl beads come in various sizes and a range of colors. Check the different types of gemstones you want and then buy pearl beads online as per your requirements.

 

Step 2: Choose a design: You don't necessarily have to design the necklace yourself. You can also ask an experienced jewelry maker for help if you don't know how to start. It is crucial that you choose a design first, even if it is not something original. The idea of a choker is to keep the pearl beads tight against your neck, so you need to work with a few different designs so that the pearls will all fit together smoothly. With this in mind, it will be easier for you to create the jewelry with minimum friction. You can make a choker with a single bead and multiple beads. You can use a long leather cord and secure the pearl bead with the help of hook and eye fasteners. You can also make a more elaborate design such as a multi-stranded choker using small and large beads and pendants. In this step, you will have to decide what designs you want to make.

 

Step 3: String beads and fasten with a leather cord: String the pearls to the cord and fasten it with a hook and eye clasp. Add more beads if needed and then secure them with the clasp. You can add pendants to your choker necklace as an added touch. It is also possible to combine several pendant designs together, so you will have a multidimensional look when you wear your pearl choker necklace.

 

Step 4. Secure beads: According to the design of your choker necklace, you may have to use different types of clasps, hooks, and beads. The clasp can be a hook or a snap. Hooks are used as the fastener for the beads while snaps are used just to hold the leather cord together. Both can be bought easily in craft stores when you are making your own pearl choker necklace.

 

Step 5: Make adjustments: It is important to make sure that all of the beads are tightly secured with one another. If they are loose at any point, it is easy for them to pop out. When this happens, you may lose a lot of your pearl beads in the process. However, you can use pliers as a way to adjust the clasp to tighten it and make sure that all of the pearls are tightly attached to one another. Now you can put on your pearl choker necklace.

 

Enjoy Your Choker Necklace

 

Now the choker necklace is all set and all you have to do is wear it and enjoy its beauty. Make sure to take good care of it as the leather cord could come off easily if not dried properly after washing. At Dream Of Stones, you can get different sizes and colors of pearl gemstones. You can buy pearl beads online and if you have any queries, you can contact us at hello@dreamofstones.com.