How to Make Plus Size Beaded Jewelry

Plus size women often have a hard time finding accessories and jewelry in stores that either fit them or lay correctly on their body. Bracelets and anklets may be too short. Necklaces that fit may not fall where they would like them to on their chest.

Designing and crafting your own beaded jewelry for the plus size woman is a great option. Any beaded jewelry project can be tweaked to fit those who need them to be longer. Not only will it provide a treasure trove of attractive accessories, making plus size beaded jewelry can be a great craft and hobby.

The first thing the plus size woman has to do when designing beaded jewelry is to determine how long the finished project needs to be. You can do this by simply using a length of string or yarn laid about the wrist or neck. Measure all these parts at the same time and jot down the desired lengths on an index card to keep with your beaded jewelry supplies.

When determining the correct length for a plus size beaded necklace, there are a few things to take into account. First, will the necklace be long enough to fit comfortably? And where will the pendant or mid-point lay on your chest. Necklaces that end on the breasts may bounce when walking and cause undue notice to that area.

Designing a beaded jewelry necklace or bracelet that has a repeating pattern is easy. All you have to do is continue the repeated pattern for a greater length. To make necklaces longer, it is not always necessary to repeat the pattern. Making a couple of inches of plain beaded strand near the clasp is acceptable. This part will be mostly hidden under your hair.

Necklaces and bracelets with a center accent bead or pendant will require you to add the additional length to each end of the necklace. Be sure to follow the same pattern as the rest of the piece of beaded jewelry. Laying the beaded jewelry peice out on a bead board with measuring marks will make this simple.

Making plus size beaded jewelry is not only an enjoyable hobby, but a great way for larger women to increase their warddrobe of accessories. Correct measurements and consideration of fit and appearance are important when designing and beading plus size jewelry.