Neckchart Showing common sizes (lengths) for necklaces

Neckchart Showing common sizes (lengths) for necklaces
Originally uploaded by wild orchid wearable art jewelry.

I am starting a series of tips and maybe some little tidbits of advice for newbies to jewelry making. Use a bead board and plan ahead so your sizes come out correctly. Women are used to their necklaces falling in a certain place and it won't feel right if it falls 1/2 inch too long.

Common necklace sizes

Choker - 14" to 16"
(Depending upon neck size, chokers fall just above collar line)
Princess - 18"
Matinee - 20" to 24"
Opera - 28" to 32"
Rope - 40" to 45"
Lariat - 48" or longer
(The ends of which are not joined as it is either tied or wrapped around the neck)
Series of tips for newby jewelry artists

Turquoise Glass beads wire wrapped in silver bracelet and earring set

Turquoise Glass beads wire wrapped in silver bracelet and earring set
Originally uploaded by wild orchid wearable art jewelry.

Each bead is double wire wrapped in non tarnish silver tone wire to create a unique bracelet and earring set. These glass beads sparkle with flecks of silver and multi-colors.
Available on www.wildorchidpotteryandart.com
or www.wildorchidart.etsy.com

Turquoise Beads Floating in Silver wire necklace bracelet earring set

Turquoise Beads Floating in Silver wire necklace bracelet earring set
Originally uploaded by wild orchid wearable art jewelry.

Wire wrapping jewelry is quickly becoming a popular art form and is now being accepted by the fine jewelry community. Take a peek at my other pieces. When I wore this set out it was bought right off my neck 4 times. of course each time I make it it comes out a little different so it's always unique.