When we were kids, chokers were all the rage. The springy chokers that looked like henna tattoos were particularly popular, but they were by no means the only kind! By the time we grew old enough to be making our own jewelry, however, chokers had trended out of style again. We made a few over the years and wore them anyways because we’ve never been ones to follow trends too closely or let them completely control our style, but we were still pretty happy to see them back in style again in recent months nonetheless! You see, besides being very fashionable right now, chokers are just such an awesome DIY opportunity that we’ve been making them like crazy in all kinds of different designs!
Just in case you love chokers as much as we do, check out these 15 fantastic designs, ideas, and tutorials that will help you make your own as well.
1. Hand woven henna style choker
Remember those henna style chokers we were talking about above? Well, the original ones from when we were kids were made of cheap plastic that ended up itching our necks and we’ve seen that precise kind in stores again. The beauty of making your own accessories, however, is that you can make adjustments to account for things like that! That’s why we were so happy to come across this henna choker tutorial from
2. Simple centered bead choker
Do you like the idea of a black choker but you’d rather add some embellishment and keep the choker itself simple, since you don’t have much experience with braiding or weaving jewelry? Well, that’s simple enough to do! Just in case you still feel like you need some guidance, though, here’s an awesome tutorial from
3. Daisy chain choker
Have you ever walked into a sewing or crafting store, seen all the countless types of decorative trim, and wished you could find a wear to wear some even though you don’t sew because the designs are just so pretty? Well,
4. Simple small bead chokers
Were you intrigued by the centred beaded design we showed you earlier on our list but you’re just not sure you want to wear something quite so chunky and bold? In that case, we think perhaps you’d prefer this more delicate design from
5. Simple velvet tying choker
Are you still looking for an aesthetic of choker that hits somewhere in between the ones we’ve shown you so far? Then perhaps simple and bold are the best goals for you to reach for! We loved the way
6. Dual chain choker
Ribbons and embroidery threads are lovely and all, but what if you’d rather a more metallic aesthetic in your jewelry pieces? In that case, we think perhaps you’d much prefer working with chain! That might sound intimidating if you’ve never worked with jewelry making supplies before but, if you follow a clear tutorial like this one from
7. Metal ring chokers
Speaking of industrial looks, have chunkier chokers always been a little more your style because they let you make a statement without adding really bright colours, which aren’t necessarily everyone’s thing? In that case, we’d be willing to bet that this awesome metal ring necklace is a little more your speed!
8. Simple suede bow chokers
Were you pretty enamoured with the idea of making a simple black bow choker but you’re just not sure the chunky velvet style that we showed you above is quite what you’re looking for? Well, that doesn’t have to mean you’re out of luck when it comes to bows! This tutorial from Style Stories is actually here to show you just how simple a bow choker really can be to make, wear, and style with other things. Cut a length of suede jewelry string, tie it in a neat bow at the nape of your neck, and voila!
9. Thick knotted choker
While we’re genuinely very big fans of everything we’ve shown you on our list so far, we do have to admit that we’re probably feeling the chunkier designs the most. There’s just something so simply rad about make a statement with a choker that’s impressive and well done but simple in style and concept! That’s why we loved this thick knotted leather cord idea from
10. Leather lace up choker
Do you actually already have a little bit of experience working with leather and now you’re looking for options that will actually display your skills, without getting too complicated? In that case, we think you sound like the perfect person to make something like this lace up choker that mimics the way a corset is laced!
11. Long wrap choker with beaded ends
We’ve always loved simple wrapping and typing chokers because we like the way they add style without really detracting from the rest of our outfit and look, but we’ll admit that sometimes the tied part of bow starts to annoy our necks if we wear them too long. That’s why we thought this extra long wrap-around choker idea from
12. 90s style choker from beaded trim
Were you pretty intrigued earlier when we were talking about the idea of turning fabric trim into jewelry, but you’re just not sure the daisy chain idea was quite your thing? Well, when there are so many amazing trim designs out there, featuring all kinds of embellishments, we certainly can’t say we blame you! This beaded design from
13. Belted choker
By now you’ve seen all kinds of different clasps and fastening styles for chokers on our list, but what if you’re looking for something a little more unconventional or neat looking than what you’ve scrolled by so far? In that case, we think perhaps you’ll be interested in the way
14. Southwest inspired braided choker
Have you always loved fashion pieces that reflect where you come from and show people your country roots, even though you also like keeping up with fashion trends? Then we think you’ll be pretty pleased to see this DIY choker design from
15. Plastic letters statement choker
If you’re going to make something yourself, would you rather it look like you actually made it? Then why not make yourself a piece that’s actually customizable, even after you’ve finished and worn it once or twice? We loved this super fun plastic letters choker idea from
Have you made another style of DIY choker before that you absolutely loved and still wear to this day but that you don’t see here on our list? Tell us all about your design or link us to photos of your finished work!
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