Plastic chains by the meter

Discover our selection of plastic and acrylic chains by the meter for creating colorful, lightweight, and trendy DIY jewelry. Ideal for making XXL necklaces, fancy bracelets, pop jewelry, or summer accessories, they allow you to easily create original jewelry without adding weight to your creations.

Grosse chaine écaille acrylique léopard perle acétate 14mm , x1 mètre (G2838)

Large acrylic leopard print chain with pearl acetate, 14mm, x1 meter (G2838)

Regular price5,74€

Grosse Chaine ronde écaille acrylique et aluminium doré texturé 18.5mm, x1 mètre (G3343)

Large round chain in scale-like acrylic and textured gold-tone aluminum, 18.5mm, x1 meter (G3343)

Regular price4,78€

Red
Turquoise
Dark blue
Beige
White

Grosse Chaine ronde écaille acrylique léopard 17.5mm, création bijoux téléphone,chaine plastique, x 1 mètre (G2961)

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Large round chain in leopard acrylic scale 17.5mm, telephone jewelry creation, plastic chain, x 1 meter (G2961)

Regular price4,78€

Grosse Chaine ronde écaille acrylique et aluminium doré texturé 17.5mm, x1 mètre (G5066)

Large round chain in tortoiseshell acrylic and textured gold aluminium, 17.5mm, x1 meter (G5066)

Regular price7,66€

Grosse Chaine ronde écaille acrylique vert et aluminium doré texturé,perle acétate, chaine plastique,18.5mm, x1 mètre (G3365)

Large round chain in green acrylic scale and textured gold aluminum, acetate bead, plastic chain, 18.5mm, x1 meter (G3365)

Regular price4,78€

Chaine perles acrylique tube multicolore métal doré 8,5-9,5mm, création bijoux colorés, x 1Mètre (G7183)

Multicolored acrylic tube bead chain with gold-tone metal, 8.5-9.5mm, for colorful jewelry making, x 1 Meter (G7183)

Regular price6,70€

Grosse Chaine acrylique multicolore et plastique doré 30x21mm, création dragonne lannière de sac, x1 mètre (G4964)

Large multicoloured acrylic and gold plastic chain 30x21mm, for making a wrist strap or bag strap, x1 meter (G4964)

Regular price15,33€

Grosse Chaine ronde écaille acrylique et aluminium doré,perle acétate,chaine plastique,25.5mm, x1 mètre (G4643)

Large round chain in acrylic and gold-plated aluminum, acetate bead, plastic chain, 25.5mm, x1 meter (G4643)

Regular price6,70€

Grosse Chaine acrylique multicolore pastel et plastique doré,perle acétate, création bijoux,chaine plastique,23x16.5mm, x1 mètre (G4963)

Large pastel multicolour acrylic and gold plastic chain, acetate bead, jewelry making, plastic chain, 23x16.5mm, x1 meter (G4963)

Regular price10,53€

Chaine acrylique transparente tube laiton doré 8,5mm , création bijoux coloré, x1 mètre (G7220)

8.5mm clear acrylic chain with gold-plated brass tube, for colorful jewelry making, x1 meter (G7220)

Regular price6,70€

YELLOW
Purple
Pink
Green
Orange

Chaîne gourmette acrylique couleur pastel 24mm, x1 mètre (G7064)

Pastel colored acrylic curb chain 24mm, x1 meter (G7064)

Regular price11,49€

Grosse Chaine acrylique plastique doré 22x16mm, perle acétate, chaine plastique, x1 mètre (G4965)

Large gold-plated acrylic plastic chain, 22x16mm, acetate bead, plastic chain, x1 meter (G4965)

Regular price12,45€

Red
Turquoise
Pink-Orange

How to choose a plastic chain for DIY jewelry?

Plastic, resin, or acrylic chains are particularly popular for their lightness. Unlike metal chains, they allow you to create bulky jewelry while remaining comfortable to wear.

The first criterion to consider is the size of the links. Large links are ideal for trendy necklaces, phone chains, bag handles, or jewelry inspired by current fashion trends. Finer links are more suitable for bracelets and fashion necklaces.

The material used also influences the final look. Acrylic chains generally offer better transparency and brighter colors. Resin chains often provide more marbled, pearlescent, or tortoiseshell effects.

These chains can be used alone or combined with metal links, Heishi beads, resin pendants, colorful charms, or natural beads to create very contemporary jewelry.

To complete your creations, also consult our guides dedicated to DIY jewelry chains, DIY jewelry beads, and jewelry findings.

FAQs

What chain link size should I choose for a plastic chain?

Links from 10 to 20 mm are generally suitable for bracelets, keychains, and phone chains. Links from 20 to 35 mm are particularly popular for trendy necklaces and bag handles. The larger the link, the more pronounced the visual effect will be, while maintaining a limited weight thanks to the lightness of the plastic.

What's the difference between an acrylic, resin, and plastic chain?

Acrylic generally offers better transparency, brighter colors, and excellent lightness. Resin allows for more decorative effects such as marbling, tortoiseshell effects, or colored inclusions. The term "plastic" encompasses several synthetic materials used to make fashion chains with characteristics that vary depending on the models.

What findings should I use with a plastic chain?

Plastic chains pair perfectly with stainless steel jump rings, lobster clasps, and extension chains. For large links, choose jump rings of sufficient diameter to ensure good mobility of the elements. They also go very well with plastic beads, resin pendants, and enameled charms.