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Boden Boulevard Necklace Knockoff

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Did you know Mother’s Day is about a week and half away??

Eek!!

I don’t know about you but I’m scrambling a bit here. ;) So I thought I’d help you out.
Actually, Melissa and I are helping you out. :)

Melissa sent in a Tutorial Request for a darling Boden Necklace – and I knew that it would be perfect for a Mother’s Day idea.
Or a “I’m going to make that myself for Mother’s Day” idea. ;)

Here is my version of the prettiness  –

And here is the Boden version – with a crazy retail value of $78 –

I like the navy they used but I went for a more neutral color scheme.
I think I’m drawn to these pearl/ivory colors – they go with so much!

This necklace is super easy!! I promise you can get it made up in the short week and a half before Mom’s Day.

Here’s what you’ll need to make it:

twill or other ribbon (approx 50″)
large link chain (you’ll need a piece about 13″ long)
bead assortment – enough for 5 13″ strands
beading cord
crimp beads (10)
(All supplies came from Michael’s) :)

Start by weaving your twill piece through the links of the chain. Weave the twill over and under the links.

Continue weaving the twill through until the chain piece is centered in the twill.
Tie a knot around the last link of the chain on each side.

Pretty cute already huh?

Now we’re going to start adding in our small bead strands.

Cut a strand of bead cord about 17″ long. Add a crimp bead to one end of the cord.
Wrap the  cord through the last link of the chain where the knot is. Feed the cord back through the jump ring so it is looped through the chain link.
Crimp the bead tight with flat nosed pliers to hold the cording in place.

Feed beads onto the strand, covering the loose end of the cording as you string them. Add beads until the strand measures about 13″, or the length of the chain.
Finish the other end of the cording with a crimp bead looped around the other end of the chain. Feed the loose end of the cording through several of the beads and then trim off the remainder.

Repeat this process 4 more times with different bead strands. Vary your type and size of beads just a bit.
You will have 5 strands looped around the last links of the chain on each side.

And that’s it!! I told you – easy peasy!

The beauty of the twill is that you can adjust it for whatever length you’d like – to go with whatever you’re wearing!

Thanks Melissa for sending in this great Tutorial Request!!
Honestly this is so fun and quick that you could make up two! One for Mom and one for You!

As always – I’d love to know what you think! ;)

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Comments

  1. Heidi aka Digital Misfit says

    Oh wow! Love this one just as much as the marshmallow fabric one (no coincidence that they are the same color/have the twill tie) Thanks for another great tute!

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  4. Britany Betenson says

    Um…LOVE IT! I am totally gonna make this for my momma (and one for me!) I am off to Michaels tomorrow to pick up all the supplies! THANKS for the great tutorial, I have been looking for a great Mom’s Day Gift!

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  8. Steff says

    this might sound like a severe case of bum- kissing, but if I was presented with both versions, I couldn’t tell which one is the Boden one and which one a “cheap” knock- off. Plus, I’d choose yours for my Mum, she looks gorgeous wearing light colours! Plus, your chain looks a lot better than theirs, not the shiny silver- plated look that can take a lot of fun out of jewellery (in my humble opinion, anyway)
    Thanks for modelling the piece, it makes it a lot easier to estimate the size and the overall look. x

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  12. Susanna says

    So totally cute! This is my favorite of all of the necklace tutorials you have done. Thank you for modeling it for us!

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  13. Sandy says

    This is really cute and looks so easy to make. I may have to try my luck with it. Thanks for the tutorial. It looks great on you. :) Love it!!

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  14. Melissa says

    You are so talented, I stared at that necklace and couldn’t figure out how it was made. Thanks so much for doing my request and I’ll be sure to upload some pics of the ones I make.

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  20. Maria says

    OOOOH! I LOVE all things Boden, this necklace included! Great tutorial and I like the colors you made it in even better than the original.

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  21. Cath says

    What!!!! I think I have the materials in my studio to make this pretty. May have to tweak a tad, my twill tape is 1″ wide.
    Your version appeals to me, I’m always drawn to the softer/neutral tones.

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  26. EliseKayEm says

    LOVE this!! Seriously you have the best tutorials! Half of my crafting to do list is made up of your tutorials!!

    It’s pouring right now so I might just have to give this one a try while I’m stuck inside this afternoon! :)

    Thanks for sharing!

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  27. Martha says

    It’s so funny because I saw the pictures and though, “Oh I like the cream one better!” And then realized that one wad yours, which has happened many times with you knock offs! You always do such a great job.

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  30. Karen Weight says

    I am so making one of these for me! I know I have some twill already in my craft stash. Thanks Bev. Your tutorials are so easy to follow and you are so nice to share:)

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  33. Emi says

    Bev! This is just stunning! And I’m in love with the creamy colours of the pearls against the chains! Thank you so much for the great tutorial; I’ll go and run around London to find some nice pearls and chains this weekend :)

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  55. Stephanie Lynn says

    Beverly – I am in love – simply gorgeous! I totally adore Boden and this is a fantastic inspired piece – fabulous as always! Thanks so much for linking to the Sunday Showcase – I greatly appreciate it. I have featured this {sunday}. Hope you are enjoying your week ~ Stephanie Lynn
    http://www.bystephanielynn.com

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  57. Debra says

    I don’t bookmark a lot of tuts but this is too cute! I’ll have to come back and reference it later. Thanks for sharing! :)

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  62. Katie says

    Thank you for this tutorial! I thought it was so pretty when I saw it, and immediately went out and got the supplies. I did mine in a nice steel blue and silver combo. Thanks again!

    -Katie

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  69. cally says

    I’m wondering if this could be a wrap bracelet also? yeah, the tails would be long but they could be wrapped more and then tied?

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  70. Bobbie (aka claysmom) says

    super cute and seems easy, going to get the stuff to make one soon. thank you for sharing, this is great!

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  76. Cynthia says

    I’ve been making jewelry for over 10 yrs. but I always enjoy seeing what you’re up to. This necklace knock off is really well done! I like the use of the neutral color tones along with the chain and twill. A piece of jewelry that is fun to wear.

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  78. Karen M. says

    You do such a wonderful job of explaining the steps and the visual steps are a big help. I am very visual so needless to say, I’m very appreciative. Thanks.

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