Tutorial: Turning an Object or Totem into a Pendant

  

Hi there, this is a quick and easy tutorial for those of you who want to turn your little sculptures/totems into a pendant. There are definitely other ways to go about this but the one I'm going through below is a simple one that uses materials easily found around the house. Do note that this method works best with little totems that have legs or have a form that is narrow in the middle and widens to the sides. This helps hold the cord in place. I hope you'll have fun with the project.

  

  

Object of your choice

Scissors

Super glue

Approximately 25cm of strong string/cord

(I used 401 instant glue and waterproof japanese silk cord)

   

Step 1: Tie the cord around the narrowest portion of your object.

  

 

Step 2: Tie a simple overhand knot and pull tight.

 

 

Step 3: Continue holding the knot tight and drop some glue on the knot.

 

 

Step 4: Allow glue to dry fully.

 

 

Step 5: Drench the rest of the cord around the sculpture with glue to reinforce and stop the cord sliding around. Allow to dry fully.

 

 

Step 6: Tie more knots for extra reinforcements and drench with glue. Allow to dry fully.

 

  

Step 7: Making the bail. Gauge how big you want your loop/bail to be. Do note it has to be larger than the clasp on your necklace so you can slip it through the loop.

 

 

Step 8: Tie a dead knot, slowly adjusting it to reach the desired bail size.

 

 

Step 9: Finish your dead knot and tighten.

 

  

Step 10: Cut off the excess cord.

 

  

Step 11: Apply glue to the dead knot so it doesn't fray and stays put. Allow to dry completely.

 

 

Step 12: String your chain through the bail.

 

  

All done!

 

 

I hope that was helpful for any of you interested in turning your little totem into a necklace to wear around. Have a beautiful day ahead!