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Paper Choker How-To
This lovely choker is made with patterned paper and lace; brads and photo hangers finish it off.
Chicks, think back for a sec: Remember in junior high when we used to fold candy wrappers to make cutesy little necklaces and bracelets?
This paper choker borrows that nostalgia. The next time you are searching for a cool accessory to finish your outfit, consider getting crafty with paper, lace, glue, brads and photo hangers. These are the only supplies that artist Torrey Miller used to create this fantastic choker necklace.
Make Your Own Paper Choker
First, onlookers will be drawn to that lovely neck art. Then, they'll be dazzled by the fact that you made it yourself. THEN, they'll be yours forever when you tell them it’s PAPER!
Paper. Is there a more versatile art supply? Please. There’s patterned paper, plain paper, kraft paper, metallic paper, botanical paper, glittery paper…seriously, we could go on and on. Artist Torrey Miller is a self-confessed paper junkie. Wonder what other paper jewelry she has. Torrey, are you holding out on us?
Step 1
Trim approximately 20 1/2 x 4" strips (the desired size of your choker will determine the number of strips you use).
Step 2
Begin folding. Lay the first strip of paper face down on your work surface. Fold the ends in so that they meet directly in the middle (to find the middle, you can first fold the strip in half and then fold the ends in to meet at the crease). Fold in half. Repeat with each strip of paper.
Step 3
Ink the edges with black or brown ink for a distressed effect.
Step 4
Begin sandwiching the folded strips together to create zigzagging "L" shapes—slip the folded edges inside each other.
Step 5
When you reach your desired length, attach a length of lace or ribbon to the back of the folded choker with clear-drying craft glue.
Step 6
Embellish as desired. Here, Torrey attached metal photo hangers to the necklace with black brads, which give the choker a collar effect.
Step 1: Cut strips
Step 2: Begin folding
Step 4: Sandwich the folded strips
