After taking a break from blogging this summer, I am happy to be back! And, I have a new pattern to share with you: The Golden Waves Necklace. This necklace is my first design using 34 gauge wire. I was curious to knit with this very fine wire and compare it to the larger 26 gauge wire that I have used to knit many beaded bracelets and necklaces. Also, I wanted to design a new style of knitted jewelry that I could sell at fundraisers. Let me tell you more about it…
Using size 0 needles, I knitted a rectangle with 34 gauge wire made from non-tarnish brass. The resulting fabric was lightweight yet structured. I then played with the rectangle, twisting and folding it in different ways. But, I wasn’t happy with any of these shapes, so I tried curling two corners towards each other. Bingo! The result was a beautiful and unique pendant that took advantage of the structure and airiness of the knitted fabric.
Even though it is August, I pulled on a wool turtleneck to model the necklace. I like the way it looks over the dark background of the turtleneck.
Interested in making this necklace? Instructions are available in my free pattern. Enjoy!
Looks like an interesting challenge – How much wire did it take? How long did it take? Where did you find the rest of the necklace to attach it to? JMS in Rhode Island
Thank you for your comments! It took me a couple of hours to knit the rectangle for the necklace. I purchased a 30 yard spool of wire, and I estimate that I used about half of the spool. However, to be safe, I specified 30 yards of wire in the pattern.
You can purchase wire, jump rings and chains at bead stores and craft stores.
Have a great day,
Karen
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