Ribbon Necklace

I created this ribbon necklace utilizing braiding. I love the look of the ribbon interacting with it's self. I had the idea for the bead groups to hang individually from the ribbon. I like the groupings, I like the idea. I am not sure the end result is exactly what I have in mind. The colors are great and neutral enough to work with a variety of outfits.

Materials used were from Artbeads:
Vintage Bead Mix - Purple   VIN-MX02

3/8-Inch Organza Ribbon-Lavender by the Foot  R38-LAVDR

3/8-Inch Organza Ribbon-Silver by the Foot   R38-SILVR

Loopy Leaf Sterling Hook and Eye Clasp  ISCL-0054

Sterling Silver 2 inch Ball-end Head Pin, 24 gauge  SS-BHP04

Disclosure: some of the materials for this bracelet were kindly provided free-of-charge by Artbeads.com blogging program. The author of this blog has not received any payment from above-mentioned company. This post represents only personal opinion of the blog author. 

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