Be sure that your workspace has plenty of light so you can see the knots and tangles clearly. [2] X Research source It helps to work on a black or white background, so the knots in the necklace stand out against the stark colors.
Undoing the clasp will separate the necklace strand, allowing the ends of the necklace to slide more easily through the knotted areas.
Be careful not to pull your necklace too hard as you spread it on your workspace. You could end up tightening the knot or breaking the necklace. [4] X Research source
Lubricating oils like baby oil or olive oil are safe to add to necklaces, and can be easily washed off. [6] X Research source
Any fine needle such as a sewing needle, safety pin, or thumb tack will work for this untangling process. [9] X Research source
You can also use store bought jewelry cleaner to remove the oil on the necklace. Just be sure to rinse the necklace with clean water, and gently dry it.
Once the baby powder is sprinkled on the knot, consider gently rubbing the knot in between your fingers to allow the powder to fall inside of and loosen the knot. [12] X Research source
This could be something like a hard book, or a plastic place mat.
This same method can be used with practically any small, thin object (pin, needle, tack, etc. ).
The vibrations will help shift and shake the knot of the necklace loose.
At this point, the necklace should be loose enough to pick apart with your fingers.
This method may work best with thinner necklaces, and necklaces that don’t have an attached and immovable pendant in the center of the chain. The pendant will not be able to fit through the straw. If your necklace has an immovable pendant, consider cutting the straw in half, threading one chain on the side of the pendant through the straw. [24] X Research source
Keep in mind, heavy necklaces might not hang very securely on the pins.
The small baggie will keep the necklace contained without jumbling the chain together.
