This rosette necklace tutorial includes step-by-step instructions on hand sewing round fabric circles, and incorporating chains, encased sequins, and ribbon.

Crushed panné won’t fray so it’s easy to sew, and chiffon adds a bit of texture to the piece. Make the entire necklace from one color, or choose several coordinating colors for a more dramatic look.

Create the rosettes by gathering a fabric circle around a sequin. Sequins were used to add a bit of sparkle to the sheer chiffon pieces. You can also use beads to create the center; just make sure your fabric circles are large enough to gather behind the bead to cover it entirely.

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This article originally appeared in Sewstylish magazine’s Winter 2009 edition.

 

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