Elegant DIY Chokers Pattern Collection

Description

This bundles includes 3 separate sewing patterns:

Pleated Organza Neckpiece

Make a quick and stunning neckpiece with folds that create a beautiful curved pattern, by box-pleating strips of bias-cut silk organza. Simply slip the neckpiece over you head and you’re ready to hit the town!

Raw Edge Flower Choker

An elegant accent to any outfit, this choker features silk and sheer scraps in slightly varied hues. Add crystals, buttons, or beads for sparkling flower centers, then attach the flowers to a satin ribbon and let the ends drape elegantly down your back.

Fabric Requirements:

• 1/8 yd (11.5 cm) silk douppioni
• 1/8 yd (11.5 cm) silk shantung
• 1/8 yd (11.5 cm) organza
• 1/8 yd (11.5 cm) taffeta

Finished Size: Choker is made to fit the wearer and is adjustable.
See project for complete list and notions.
Originally Published: Stitch, Fall 2009

Lace Belt + Choker

Antique lace made in Austria during the 1920s and a soft, velvet ribbon provide the basis for this Victorian-inspired accessory.

Fabric Requirements:

• All fabric, 44″ wide.
• Main: 3/8 yd cotton; (shown: brown print)
• Lining: 3/8 yd cotton
• Contrast: 3/8 yd rayon; (shown: lavender)
• Lace: 1 yd of 4″ lace trim; (shown: ivory antique lace)
• 3/4 yd of ivory lace trim, 4″ wide
• 1 yd double-sided, brown velvet ribbon, 3/8″ wide

Finished Size:  27½” × 4¾”