I don’t think I ever posted the step-by-step tutorial for this.  Woops!

Inspired by this neckpiece (actually a belt)…from the J. Crew Fall 2009 catalog.

A very simple, but effectively pretty, DIY.  Seen in this outfit last…last year here.

You Need:
*8″ Pearl-edged Lace Ribbon
*36″ Cream Satin Ribbon
*15″ x 3″ wide cream-colored Scrap Fabric
*8 Assorted Shades of Silk Flowers
*1 Large Pom Pom
*1 Small fabric Rose
*18″ x 6″ wide Peach Satin Fabric

And…
*Sewing Machine
*Needle & Thread
*Hot Glue Gun
*Fray Stop

1. Create the backing for your piece. I used an 18″ x 6″ piece of peach satin voile – and turned the edges under, hemming so as to conceal the raw edges.

2. Cut your satin ribbon in half; stitch the end of each to each side of your fabric backing. Apply Fray-Stop or burn ribbon ends to keep from fraying.

4. Create large fabric rose by rolling a piece of cream-colored scrap fabric, securing with hand-stitching. Glue onto backing.

5. Tie pearl-edged ribbon in a bow, and glue onto collar.

You’re done! You can wear it as a collar/necklace, as shown – or even wear it as a belt – which I love!