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A leather choker DIY is a quick way to create a minimal necklace with a subtle 90s-inspired look. This simple design uses leather cord, gold wire and two charms, and takes about five minutes to assemble. You can adjust the colors and charms to suit your style while keeping the construction straightforward.
What you’ll need
- Gold wire
- Leather cord
- Jewelry pliers
- Wire cutters
- Two charms
Before you begin, check that the cord is long enough to wrap comfortably around your neck. The project uses three feet of leather cord, which can be trimmed if needed. Keep wire cutters and cut wire ends pointed away from your hands while working.
How to make a leather choker DIY
Step 1: Measure and cut the leather cord
Measure three feet of leather cord, cut it, and set it aside. This length allows the cord to loop around the neck without requiring a clasp. If you prefer a different fit, test the cord around your neck before attaching the charms, leaving enough length to tie or adjust the loop as needed.
Step 2: Cut the wire
Use wire cutters to cut two pieces of gold wire, each between 1 and 1.5 inches long. Set the pieces down somewhere they won’t roll away. These short sections will secure the charms to the ends of the leather cord.
Step 3: Attach the charms
Place a charm at the end of the cord and fold the leather over it. Use jewelry pliers to bend one wire piece into a small curve, then position it over the folded leather to hold the charm in place. Wind the remaining wire around itself to secure the connection. Repeat with the second charm and the other end of the cord.
Trim any extra wire with the cutters. Check that the wire is firmly wrapped and that no sharp end sticks out; carefully adjust it with the pliers if needed. A neat, close wrap helps keep the charm in place and makes the ends more comfortable to handle.
Wear and customize your choker
Loop the finished necklace around your neck. This design has no clasp, so check that it sits comfortably and can be removed easily. You can personalize it by choosing different cord colors, wire finishes or charms while following the same basic steps.
If the leather cord has bends from packaging, let it hang for a while so it can relax and smooth out. Store the necklace loosely rather than sharply folding the cord. With a few basic supplies, this leather choker DIY makes a simple accessory that can be adapted to different outfits.
— Sav
