The Passion Necklace, handcrafted by skilled women artisans in India, features fabric-covered beads in rich shades of red, elegantly complemented by a linked gold-plated brass chain.
- Handmade from fabric-covered beads in shades of red. Fabric may vary within the same color tone
- Features a linked gold-plated brass chain
- Handcrafted by women artisans in India
- The necklace measures approximately 21" with a 2.5" extender for adjustable length
- Unique design ensures each piece is one-of-a-kind
Handmade Disclaimer
Due to the handmade nature of this necklace, each piece is a unique work of art. Small imperfections are a testament to the skilled artisans who crafted it. Some beads may slip off during transit but can be easily reattached by sliding them through the links.
design: A cluster of fabric-covered beads in mixed red, crimson, and magenta prints cascades from a linked gold-plated brass chain, creating a full, bib-style front with an open chain at the back of the neck.
size: Approximately 21" in length with a 2.5" extender for adjustable sizing.
material: Fabric-covered beads (cloth wrapped over a bead core) with a gold-plated brass chain and findings.
features: Bib-style cluster of fabric-wrapped beads, mixed red and pink print patterns, linked gold-plated brass chain, 2.5" adjustable extender, lightweight statement silhouette
care: Keep away from water, perfume, and lotion, and store flat or hanging to help the fabric beads and gold plating hold their color.
disclaimer: Because the beads are individually fabric-wrapped by hand, color placement and pattern vary piece to piece, and a bead that slips loose in transit can simply be slid back onto its link.
The Story
This necklace's beads are made by wrapping scraps of printed cotton fabric around a bead core, a technique rooted in India's long tradition of putting no textile to waste. Offcuts from garment and sari production, rather than being discarded, are cut, wrapped, and knotted into new forms, so every bead carries a fragment of a larger, already-existing cloth pattern.
Because the fabric comes from different bolts and print runs, no two beads are ever quite alike, which is why the finished necklace reads as a cluster of small, individual paintings rather than a uniform strand. The red and magenta palette echoes shades commonly used in Indian textiles for festive and celebratory dress, though the beads themselves are a contemporary accessory form rather than a traditional garment piece.
Pairing cloth-wrapped beads with a metal chain is a familiar move in Indian costume jewelry making, where fabric work and metalwork are typically produced by different specialists and then assembled together, giving a single piece the texture of textile alongside the structure of metal.
Women artisans in India hand-cut small squares of cotton fabric, wrap each one tightly around a bead core, and stitch or knot the seam closed so the print sits smoothly around the surface. Each finished bead is fitted with a metal cap and jump ring, then a set of beads is clustered and linked onto a pre-made gold-plated brass chain to build the cascading front of the necklace. Because every bead is individually wrapped by hand, the work is done in small batches at a worktable rather than by machine, and slight differences in fabric placement from bead to bead are part of the process, not a flaw in it.
Craft & Materials
- Made In: India
- Craft Tradition: Fabric-covered beadwork
- Ideal For: Someone who wants a bold, colorful statement necklace to dress up a simple outfit
- Wear It With: Wear with a solid-color top or dress in black, cream, or tan so the red fabric beads stay the focal point
- Purpose: Statement necklace, evening or occasion wear, gifting
- Metal: Gold-plated brass
Questions & Answers
What are the beads made of?
Each bead is fabric-covered—cotton cloth hand-wrapped around a bead core—set on a gold-plated brass chain.
Will the fabric pattern match the photo exactly?
Not exactly. Because the beads are hand-wrapped from cut fabric, the mix of prints and shades of red varies slightly from piece to piece, making each necklace one-of-a-kind.
How long is the necklace and can I adjust the fit?
It measures approximately 21" with a 2.5" extender chain, so you can adjust it to sit slightly higher or lower on the neckline.
A bead came loose in shipping—can I fix it myself?
Yes. The beads are set on small linked findings, so a loose bead can usually be slid back through its link and reseated by hand.
How should I care for the fabric beads and gold plating?
Avoid water, perfume, and lotion contact, remove the necklace before sleeping or exercising, and store it flat or hanging to protect both the fabric and the gold plating.
