How to Make a Gumball Necklace — A Sweet & Fun DIY
Looking for a whimsical, creative craft that’s just as fun to make as it is to wear? A gumball necklace checks all the boxes! Bright, playful, and cheerful, this candy-inspired accessory is perfect for party activities, craft tables, camp projects, or a rainy afternoon at home.
Tips for Success
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This project is recommended for ages 10 and up with adult assistance for making holes in the candy.
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Try choosing gumballs in a color scheme to match a party theme or holiday.
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You can add charms or ribbon accents to personalize further.
Sweet and Stylish
Whether you’re hosting a bas mitzvah party, birthday party, a camp activity, or just want a fun DIY project, the gumball necklace is a playful and memorable craft. Not only does it look great, it doubles as a wearable treat that kids will love showing off.
To make your own gumball necklace, gather a few simple supplies:
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9 large round gumballs (for best results, gumballs should be fresh to prevent cracking.)
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ribbon — any color you like
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knitting needles for creating holes
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tape to help feed the ribbon through the candy
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Directions:
- Carefully poke a hole through each gumball using a knitting needle or skewer. To make a clean hole without cracking the candy, push the needle in while turning it at the same time. Work gently and slowly for best results. Push the needle through until it begins to appear on the other side of the gumball, turn the needle as you continue pushing—this helps prevent cracking.
- Take two small pieces of masking tape (about 1/2″ x 1″) and tightly wrap around each end of the ribbon-this will make it easier to get the ribbon through the gumballs.
The thinner the ribbon, the easier it will be to thread through the gumball, though a wider ribbon can look very pretty once strung. To make threading even simpler, use a needle with a large eye, so the ribbon slides through easily.
3. Take one of the gumballs and thread it onto the ribbon-place it in the center of the ribbon.
4. Make a knot on both sides of the gumball and continue threading your gumballs making a knot in between each gumball and at the two ends.
5. Tie the ends of the ribbon into a bow.
You can use as many or as few gumballs as you would like. We prefer an odd amount.
This article originally appeared in Family First
Photography by Dan Engongoro
