Knotty Leather Necklace Tutorial

Simple, earthy, and elegant. Learn how to make this fun and beautiful design, featuring a lovely, large-hole single pearl knotted in the center of a simple leather necklace.  You'll learn how to tie the leather so the knots lie perfectly in the front, and to make the back of the necklace as pretty as the front. You'll finish off your necklace with your own wire-wrapped leather cord ends and a hammered clasp closure. We’ll also show you how to add a chain extender for an adjustable (perfect) fit to your bohemian summer necklace.  And, because this necklace has an adjustable closure, it makes a great gift for a friend or family member to cherish forever.  Add a special touch by attaching a charm to the chain extender on the back of your necklace - the charm adds visual interest to the back and helps prevent the clasp from ever spinning around to the front. 

This detailed beading pattern includes a recommended materials list, bead color information, over 60 high-resolution full-color photos, and easy-to-follow step-by-step directions to ensure your success and enjoyment.  Be sure to also check out our coordinating "Knotty Leather Earrings" and "Knotty Leather Bracelet" for a perfect summer collection.

Recommended Materials:

- Large hole beads - we used 10 mm wooden beads, with 2mm holes, that we purchased from our local craft store, and 7 mm - 8 mm freshwater pearls, with 2.5 mm holes, that we purchased on Etsy.com
- 1 mm or 1.5 mm leather cord - we used a 1.5 mm Greek leather cord that we purchased from Shipwreck Beads
- 18 gauge German jewelry wire
- 20 gauge German jewelry wire
- Open link chain or chain extender - we used a 6mm oval link chain
- Small charm (optional) - we used a 14 x 16mm bird charm and a 10 x 13mm shell charm
- Small open jump ring (optional)
- Ruler or tape measure
- Round nose pliers
- Chain nose or flat nose pliers
- Flush cutter
- Super glue - we used G-S Hypo Cement
- Hammer and metal block (optional)
- File (optional)