Fast Way To Shorten a Necklace Chain

This may be a post that is just a logical thing that everyone would figure out but I have thought that about other posts in the past and found that some people think differently so I figured I would post it so it may help others if needed. 

For many years I have used this method when I have needed to shorten a necklace in a quick way. This is when you may be on a trip or something and only have one necklace and need it shorter than the original chain.

You measure the chain around your neck and see where you want it to hang and then mark with your fingers where you want the length to be on the chain. 

Once you have the necklace to the length you want it, you tie a knot in the chain where you marked it with your fingers. If it is too short or long still, just move the knot on the chain up or down until you get it to the right length. 

If you want to make it permanent, you can move the latch loops on the chain to where the knot is, or you can put super glue on the knot and just keep it that way. 

If you want to make sure it holds for a few wears, you can put a dab of Elmer's glue on it and then soak it and undue the glue when ready to make it long again. 

I sometimes have had to make the knot bigger than just one loop so it won't pull through the clasp but this always works in a pinch. 

Have a Blessed Day!