A How to DIY Whimsical Bird Nest Project

These cute little bird nests, are fun and trendy. A perfect necklace for spring!

In this article you will learn step-by-step instructions on how to make your very own bird nest necklace. Once you have learned the basic design, you can create many different looks and styles, from earrings to pins. The styles are endless! Let's have some fun! 

Materials: 

Round nose pliers, flat nose pliers, and wire cutters. 

5 ft. of 24 gauge wire. The more the wire, the bigger the bird nest. 

Three - 4mm beads, in any color. I used Turquoise.

18 inch chain necklace.

Charms 

Instructions:

Gather your 5 ft. of 24 gauge wire. String on your three beads, leaving a 3 inch tail. 

Next, push together your three beads, crossing the wires and forming a triangle shape with your beads, twist together the wire, twisting about two times to secure it. 

Then, twist, and bend your entire wire making it look wavy. When you start to wrap your wire it will give this a twig texture to your nest.

Holding the beads as leverage, wrap the wire around your beads 4-5 times. 

After wire wrapping around your bead 4-5 times, take the end of your wire and thread it through the bottom of your nest twice to secure your wraps.

Continue wire wrapping your wire another 4-5 times, on the opposite side, thread your wire through the bottom of the nest twice and secure it.

Then, coil your wire on the bottom of the nest. Making sure to thread through to secure it. Try to cover the bottom of your nest, covering up the back of the pendant and the three beads. 

After take your last tail, and wire wrap it to make a bail, using your round nose pliers. 

With your round nose pliers fluff up your wires, bend it to give it more style and texture.

Tips: You can choose from many different materials. Choose colored wire to give your bird nests some color. Or sterling silver wire. Use crystals to give your bird nest some sparkle. Add charms for a whimsical touch.