Fashion for women's jewelry is unpredictable. World designers do not get tired of delighting us with new forms and types of jewelry. One of these novelties is velvet on the neck, jewelry, replacing a necklace or pendant on a chain. How to wear this accessory, and is it possible to make it with your own hands?
The story of a difficult decoration
Marigolds are believed to have appeared in the eighteenth century, in France. This jewelry was incredibly popular among fashionable ladies. It is believed that initially velvet on the neck is an ordinary ribbon or lace. A piece of decorative braid or fabric of your choice was simply tied around the neck, sometimes supplemented with a pendant.
Gradually, such decorations became more complex. Locks appeared on the velvet cloths, the ribbons were carefully crafted and richly decorated. Modern designers for the first time remembered velvet in the 90s of the last century. Two varieties of neck accessories appeared on the catwalks and in fashion stores at once. Teenage girls were offered the so-called "chokers" - neck-wrapping necklaces made of thick nylon thread. For older and respectable young ladies, various variations of a black velvet or lace ribbon with a large decoration in the middle were created.
Necessary materials and tools
In 2012, the marigolds returned to the world podiums again, and it seems they are not going to leave them today. Designers show us necklaces of all colors of the rainbow. Modern marigolds are amazing, they are made of many layers of lace fabric, decorated with chains, bead threads, sequins and buckles. Velvet on the neck should be in the wardrobe of any fashionista, and even better if there is a place for several such accessories. If desired, jewelry of this type can be made with your own hands.
For the manufacture of velvet, you will need: fabric or braid for the base, decorative elements, threads matching the basic material, scissors and needles. Be sure to think about how the decoration will be buttoned. Velvet on the neck can simply be tied, or fixed with one of the universal locks designed for bracelets and beads. Are all the necessary materials and tools prepared? Great, it's time to get to work!
How to make velvet with your own hands: step by step instructions
Try to make a simple velvet out of velvet or satin ribbon and pendant. Some needlewomen make such jewelry from unpaired earrings of suitable shape and size. If you have one pair of earrings left, consisting of a lock and a beautiful pendant - remove the lock and use the decorative part to decorate the velvet.
Measure a suitable length of tape. How to make velvet on the neck in this technique? All very simply put the pendant on the ribbon, if necessary, sew it on or fix it with a pair of beads, placing them on the sides of the decorative element. The most difficult stage of work is attaching the lock to the decoration. Velvet can simply be tied around the neck. The necklace with the lock looks most neat. Use a carabiner or any other universal clasp for beads and bracelets. Sew the edges of the tape and sew the lock. Be sure to try on velvet when securing the clasp, it should fit tightly around the neck. Your first velvet is ready!
Using the described technique, you can make more complex decorations. Try stitching several ribbons or lace for the base of the velvet. Decorative elements can be sewn to the fabric. An interesting idea is to use artificial flowers, large rhinestones, and beautiful buckles to decorate marigolds.
What do velvet fabrics wear? Tips from trendsetters
The original velvet on the neck, made with your own hands, will make your image more vivid. What to wear with this decoration? World designers offer us a wide variety of outfits, complemented by velvet. The only condition is an open neck. Evening dresses and casual tops blend perfectly with necklaces. If the velvet is large enough and expressive, pick up miniature earrings or refuse them altogether.
Be careful when choosing jewelry on the neck - velvet does not tolerate competition. An acceptable combination is pendants on long thin chains, matching in style with a necklace.