Mar 4, 2012

Collar necklace / Collier col

The inspiration comes from all the collar-necklaces that have invaded every fashion magazine & blog. I am a bit behind on this one?!
L'inspiration vient de tous les colliers-cols vus et revus sur tous les magazines et blogs de mode. Un peu en retard sur la tendance sur ce coup-ci?!

The inspiration came in particular from the rounded shape of this leather & rhinestone collar/necklace seen on the Topshop site. Add to it my favorite thing in the world these days... glitter...
L'inspiration me vient en particulier de la forme de ce collier-col de chez Topshop. J'y ai ajouté l'autre chose que je préfère le plus au monde en ce moment... des paillettes... 

Start drawing a pattern on paper, try it on and adjust it until it has the right shape around your neck. For the collar itself, I used some fake leather, but in the end used the wrong side that was woven & softer to get a better grip on the glitter/glue mix. I mixed about 1/2 glitter and 1/2 glue for a very thick mix. I applied 3 layers (basically apply, let dry, and aply another layer if some parts are missing glitter).
Dessinez le patron sur du papier, essayer et ajustez jusqu'à trouver la bonne forme qui tombe comme il faut autour du cou. Pour le col, j'ai utilisé un faux cuir, mais pour finir j'ai utilisé l'envers qui était plus doux avec une texture tissée pour mieux agripper le mélange vernis colle/paillettes. J'ai mélangé environ 1/2 paillettes et 1/2 colle,  pour un mélange assez épais. J'ai appliqué 3 couches (appliquez, laissez sécher, et appliquez des couches additionnelles jusqu'à ce que la surface soit complètement recouverte de paillettes). 
Punch holes to connect the two pieces in the front and to attach the clasp in the back.
Percer des trous pour connecter les 2 morceaux devant et pour attacher le fermoir à l'arrière.

If you like this necklace, you will enjoy the matching shoes.
Si vous aimez ce collier, vous aimerez les chaussures assorties.

17 comments:

  1. I love the idea of using leather since it doesn't require hemming. Lovely tutorial!

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    1. I actually used fake leather, and used the wrong side (the brown side on the pic) which was woven & bit more rough. I have found that Mod Podge works best on fake suede or rougher surfaces to grip. What you can't see is that on the other side of the collar is actually the right side of the fake leather which is a nice smooth black finish, so you are indeed right without hems etc it has a nice & neat finish. Not sure how real leather would work maybe more porous or trickier to work with.

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  2. saw your DIY on Carly's site. The collar turned out really cute.
    xx
    maya

    I'm your newest follower.

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    1. Hi Maya,
      Thank you for stopping by & leaving a message. I am also now following you, I am loving all the gold leaf inspiration!
      Geneviève

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  3. Hi Hun!!!

    thank you soooooo much for your advice to Paris!!!! I am so excited to be checking out your great suggestions! Love this post on the collar!!! (newest follower ;)

    love K

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    1. I hope you enjoy your trip to Paris. Have fun visiting & shopping.
      Geneviève

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  4. What a great idea with the Mod Podge. This turned out fantastic. I found you through Chic Steals and am glad I did! :)

    A Cleaner Closet
    New DIY - Silk Crop Top

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    1. Hi Val,
      Thank you for your visit & nice note. My turn to discover your site, I am already seeing a few good ideas for my wardrobe.
      Geneviève

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  5. I love this! I'm definitely going to try to make one! :)



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  6. I love this! I'm definitely going to try to make one! :)



    http://saturdaychild.blogspot.co.uk/

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  7. oops! sorry that sent twice! posted a link to this post on one of mine about collars, hope you don't mind :)

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    1. Absolutely not! I am glad you enjoyed the tutorial
      Genevieve

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  8. Beau col! Ma version arrive soon! Depuis le temps!
    Bisous, Ed

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