From Tammy Powley,
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I made this necklace specifically for a young woman who is graduating from high school and thus starting a new life. The butterflies tie into the idea of freedom or earning your wings and the many possibilities available.

The finished necklace is adjustable, starting at about 18+ inches long.

You'll need:

18 inches of sterling link chain
approx. 12 inches of 22-gauge soft sterling wire
*2 - 8mm jet crystal butterflies
1 - 15mmx7.5mm crystal AB side-drilled teardrop crystal
1 - 6mm sterling jump ring
Round-nosed pliers
Flat-nosed pleirs (2 if you have them)
Wire cutters
Jeweler's file

*The butterfly crystals came from Jerry Smith Beads.