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Design and Instructions for Nursing Necklace

Angela White, J.D., breastfeeding counselor — Sat, 02 Dec 2006 09:00:27 +0000

This gorgeous nursing necklace was designed by b5media’s Tammy Powley, author of Jewelry and Beading. I had written about how to make your own nursing necklace, and offered some safety guidelines, but I didn’t have a specific design to share. Tammy was kind enough to provide this lovely design and instructions for beginning beaders. The best part? She estimates the whole do-it-yourself project costs U.S. $20!

Keep in mind that this design is copyrighted, which means it may not be reproduced for sale. If you’d like to make one of your own for personal use or as a gift for a nursing mother, then check out Tammy’s post for a supply list and step-by-step instructions including photo illustrations. Thanks so much Tammy!

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Carnival of Creators

Angela White, J.D., breastfeeding counselor — Thu, 09 Nov 2006 14:03:34 +0000

This morning’s post on making your own nursing necklace is listed among the entries for the Carnival of Creators, hosted by Cyndi at Mazel Tov! Jewelry Treasures. Check out the carnival for posts on all sorts of creative topics including writing, making purses from recycled goods, the performance art “corde lisse” (what?), woodturning and more!

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How to Make Your Own Nursing Necklace

Angela White, J.D., breastfeeding counselor — Thu, 09 Nov 2006 09:00:35 +0000

Nursing necklaces serve the dual purpose of giving hip mamas a bit of style while offering a distraction for nurslings who like to explore with their hands while they nurse. (My first daughter liked to give me a “dental exam” with her hand in my mouth; my second has given my hair a tug or two).

Nursing necklaces retail on the web anywhere from $13.50 to $125 plus shipping, but it would be a fun project for a mother or even a mother and her older children to make bead necklaces at home. There are several bead stores on-line. Your local bead store will carry beads for every budget including high-end beads, while craft stores such as Jo-Ann Fabrics and Michaels will offer less expensive choices. For beading techniques, design ideas and projects, visit one of the many jewelry craft sites available. I’ve added some safety tips for nursing necklaces as well and a free necklace design and step-by-step instructions.

If you’d rather shop for a ready-made necklace on-line, here’s a list of retailers selling nursing necklaces from U.S. $13.50-$125:
Alternative Baby
Attached to Baby
Booby Beads
Cypress Studio
Earthy Babes
Mommy and Me Necklaces
Natural Bambinos
Nursing Notions
Tickled Pink Designs
Twiddle Baubles

Leave a comment to tell us about your nursing necklace project or your favorite retailer!

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