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Maurices + Target Knock-Off Necklace

05/28/2012 · Kelly Rowe · 49 Comments

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Ready to make this cutie-patootie and add it to your jewelry collection?
Last week, I was out shopping and saw this necklace {below} on a mannequin in Maurices.
Later that same day I just happened to see one very similiar in Target.

Super cute!  Right?  Cost $18.00
I was like, “That’s embroidery floss and jump rings.  I could make that.”
Of course, my sister rolled her eyes, but my Mom and I saw potential.

Grab these few supplies…
and we’ll get this knock-off necklace started.

Embroidery floss in your choice of color, jump rings and a yarn needle.
Embroidery Floss $1.20 and Jump Rings $4.99/ bag less 40% =$6.00
Yarn Needle: Previously Owned (but super inexpensive)

MY COST:  Approximately $7.20

Alrighty, first things first… measure out your embroidery floss.
I used approximately 10 strands around 5 feet each.
If you want it longer, use longer strands.
Keep in mind that every knot you make — the necklace gets shorter!

necklace

Thread your yarn needle and start grabbing those jump rings.  I believe I used 40-45 per section.  It’s really a personal preference.  Where you want to knot and section off the jump rings is up to you as well.   I decided on four sections — one section at the bottom center, one on each side and one at the top.  At each section, you’re going to tie a knot (a double knot might be necessary depending on the size of your jump rings), thread up your jump rings, then tie another knot.   When necklaces are longer and I can slip them over my head, I don’t see the need to have a fancy clasp.   However, if you prefer a clasp, go for it {smile}.  Your options are unlimited!!  I simply threaded up half of my jump rings to one end of my necklace and half of my 40-45 jump rings to the the other side — then tied a single know, allowing the jump rings to slide over the knot.

jump rings

Got it?  You’re all done!  Yay.  What do you think?
Here’s a pic of my mom wearing hers and me sporting mine.

knock-off necklace

I’ll be partying {here, here, here and here}.
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  1. Melissa says

    05/28/2012 at 7:20 am

    What a great idea! Thanks for sharing the idea and inspiration!

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      05/28/2012 at 10:02 am

      Thanks so much, Melissa!

  2. Kristine says

    05/28/2012 at 9:12 am

    Thanks for sharing! …and GREAT job!! What a neat DIY!! 🙂

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      05/28/2012 at 10:02 am

      Thanks, Kristine 🙂

  3. {Adventuresindinner} says

    05/28/2012 at 9:37 am

    Zowie! Great necklaces and I can’t believe how much you and your mom look alike!

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      05/28/2012 at 10:04 am

      Thanks, Jane. There have been many times that people thought that we were all sisters 🙂

  4. Claire says

    05/28/2012 at 11:14 am

    Awesome knock-off, Kelly! I’m sure I have everything needed to make this stashed away in various places 🙂 The hardest part will be finding it!

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      05/29/2012 at 9:15 pm

      Thanks, Claire 🙂 And yay for a crafting stash! xo

  5. Lizy b says

    05/28/2012 at 12:19 pm

    super cute!!!!

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      05/29/2012 at 9:15 pm

      Thanks, Lizy!

  6. Jacinta says

    05/28/2012 at 3:32 pm

    I saw the same necklace at Maurices and did the same thing!!! I made a bracelet, though 🙂

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      05/29/2012 at 9:16 pm

      Yay! Thanks for leaving some comment love 🙂

  7. Mary Dailey says

    05/28/2012 at 4:19 pm

    I think it’s beautiful! I make jewelry sometimes, but I need to get with it and practice some more!

    Reply
    • Mary Dailey says

      05/28/2012 at 4:20 pm

      I pinned it!

    • Kelly says

      05/29/2012 at 9:17 pm

      Thanks so much, Mary! Yes, making jewelry is a MUST. xo

  8. Erika says

    05/28/2012 at 5:56 pm

    Go ahead, Kelly! I have not seen them, (probably because of this wonderful location in the middle of nowhere), but I do LOVE them! I’m certainly making some 🙂

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      05/29/2012 at 9:17 pm

      LOL. Erika, you are too funny… Get your craft on 😉

  9. Maureen says

    05/28/2012 at 10:48 pm

    You always come up with the best ideas. I love that you immediately knew you could make it! Thanks for the easy to follow tutorial I will give it a try myself. Both you and your mom look great sporting your necklaces!

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      05/29/2012 at 9:19 pm

      Maureen…you’re so sweet 🙂 If you make one, be sure to take pics and link it up on Thursdays!

  10. Julie Bagamary says

    05/29/2012 at 7:23 am

    Very clever and beautiful!

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      05/29/2012 at 9:20 pm

      Thank you, Julie! Hugs.

  11. Jenny says

    05/29/2012 at 7:58 am

    I love when something is a knock off for so much cheaper. I’m stopping in from the bloglovin blog hop. If you get a chance stop on over to http://www.thenymelrosefamily.blogspot.com. I’m hosting my weekly link party tonight and I’d love for you to join in.

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      05/29/2012 at 9:24 pm

      Thanks for stopping by, Jenny! I hope you stop back often… I’ll be linking up tonight 🙂

  12. Bonnie and trish @ Uncommon says

    05/29/2012 at 9:46 am

    Oh….look at your sweet mom!!! Y’all look amazing! Love the necklace too, great job!! 🙂

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  13. Erin @ How to Nest for Less says

    05/29/2012 at 10:26 am

    Awww, super cute 🙂

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      05/29/2012 at 9:26 pm

      Thanks, Erin!

  14. andie says

    05/29/2012 at 11:00 am

    those turned out cute! are the mark-ups the stores do insane? thanks so much for linking this up to tip-toe thru tuesday!

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      05/29/2012 at 9:26 pm

      Thanks, Andie. Yes, mark-ups are so insane!! Have a fabulous week.

  15. Katie @ Little Becky Homecky says

    05/29/2012 at 1:40 pm

    This is super cute! Found this via Not Just a Housewife!! Great job! I really miss Maurices and Target…being in Germany is really cramping my style as far as shopping goes…:(

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      05/29/2012 at 9:30 pm

      Thanks for stopping by, Katie! I would miss the shopping too, but you’re in GERMANY. My maiden name is German — Kuert 🙂 Have a fabulous week.

  16. Angela says

    05/29/2012 at 3:18 pm

    Love this necklace!! I need to try it out 🙂

    New follower from the blog hop 🙂 Can’t wait to catch up on your posts!

    Hope you get a chance to check out my blog if you’d like 🙂

    xo, Jersey Girl

    hairsprayandhighheels.blogspot.com

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      05/29/2012 at 9:31 pm

      Hi Angela! Thanks so much for stopping by 🙂 I’ll definetely be stopping by… Jersey Girl?!? My parents live in Wayne, NJ

  17. Donna Wilkes says

    05/29/2012 at 3:52 pm

    Well, my necklace would be almost free. Several years ago I bought a huge box at an estate sale of jewelry findings including tons of jump rings. Finally a project to use them up! Thanks! Came over from Winthrop.

    Distressed Donna Down Home

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      05/29/2012 at 9:32 pm

      Well, Donna — you’re a lucky woman 🙂 Have fun making your own necklace and thanks for stopping by. xo

  18. Danni Baird says

    05/29/2012 at 4:52 pm

    Kelly that is just too darn cute! I love it! I love your mom’s too. (Great pics by the way!)

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      05/29/2012 at 9:32 pm

      Thanks a million, friend! I trust you’re having a fabulous week. HUGS!

  19. Kim S says

    05/30/2012 at 10:01 pm

    I just love a good knock off! Thanks for sharing with us at tip toe thru tuesday Kelly… they look beautiful!
    Kim

    Reply
  20. The Mom @ Babes in Hairland says

    05/31/2012 at 10:53 am

    I totally saw these when I was at Maurices & had the same thought when I saw the price tag … I’m not overly crafty but I knew that was embroidery floss – but didn’t know what the little rings were called. I bought some floss from Wal-Mart recently for 30 cents so it might be even cheaper for me!! Thanks for the ‘tut – I’m off to the craft store! With 3 girls they’ll love these!

    Reply
  21. Cynthia says

    06/01/2012 at 9:28 am

    What a great idea! I’m following you now on GF, Linky and bloglovin! Have a great weekend

    Reply
  22. Evelyn says

    06/01/2012 at 10:20 am

    I love this simple idea! I am now starting to get into making my jewelry (wish me luck). Just dropping in form Just a party with My Peeps to invite you to share this at Freedom Fridays. Hope to see you there!

    Reply
  23. mel says

    06/02/2012 at 8:11 am

    I love it! I definitely have everything at home to make it too, thanks!
    Visiting via Sits – I hope you have a great Saturday and I’m going to go check out what else is around your blog 😉

    Reply
  24. Cathy@My1929Charmer says

    06/03/2012 at 4:22 pm

    Boy like Mother like daughter! You girls sure look a like. Simple and pretty, that’s how I like my jewelery Thanks for showing us how and for sharing your creative inspiration over at Sunday’s Best!.

    Reply
  25. Katherines corner says

    06/03/2012 at 8:35 pm

    so much better than anything from the shop. Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop xo

    Reply
  26. Christine says

    06/04/2012 at 12:51 pm

    It looks wonderful Kelly!! At first I thought you had wrapped wire… the metal rings are a GENIUS idea!!!

    Thanks for sharing at The DIY Dreamer.. From Dream To Reality!

    Reply
  27. Johnnie says

    06/05/2012 at 5:04 am

    Just last Friday, I took a picture of the Maurice’s version of this necklace, planning to knock it off. Great minds! I am featuring this at Decor 2 Adore{able} today!

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    Reply
    • Kelly says

      06/05/2012 at 7:25 am

      Hi Johnnie! Yes, great minds do think alike 🙂 Thanks so much for the lovely feature! Hugs.

  28. Libby says

    07/22/2012 at 8:23 am

    When I saw this, my first thought was to imagine the possibilities with all the different colors of embroidery floss. Then I reaqlized thatjump rings come in colors too. They’re not just gold-ish and silver-ish anymore. I wonder what time Hobby Lobby opens…

    Reply
  29. Hodgepodge of Styles says

    01/20/2013 at 3:35 pm

    Nice and love it! This reminds me of a DIY metal bead bracelet I made recently. Popped by from January Blog Hop and following you on FB. Have a blessed day.

    Reply

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