Posts Tagged ‘jewelry’

Alice in Wonderland Shrink Charms

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

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Inspired by the new Alice in Wonderland movie, these charms have a vintage, hand-drawn look. Perfect for jewelry-making, the template comes in two sizes.  Print them on inkjet shrink film and bake. Added to Jewelry-Making and Computer Crafts

Handmade Monday – Scrabble Tile Ring

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

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Upcycled Scrabble Tile Adjustable Ring RETRO CIRCLES OLIVE is snazzy and easy to wear adjustable. Nice job!

Here’s a simple version that you can make yourself –

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How to make a scrabble tile ring uses elastic instead of the nice sterling silver plated ring from the seller on Etsy, but, hey, you may already have that at home. Added to Jewelry-Making

Blue Sapphire Teardrop Necklace Tutorial

Friday, July 24th, 2009

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This dramatic Blue Sapphire Teardrop Necklace tutorial really caught my eye. The repeating symmetrical elements of crystal beads and teardrops are simple and modern. Perfect for a formal night out or for a bride or bridesmaids. For a bridal party, it would be lovely using beads that matched the dresses. This jewelry-making tutorial assumes you have basic jewelry-making skills and tools.
Added to Jewelry-Making and Wedding Crafts

How to Make a Quilted Pendant

Sunday, June 7th, 2009

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Check out this illustrated tutorial on How to Make a Quilted Pendant. Great to showcase a cool fabric, fussy-cutting a special bit. I think it would be great for a photo printed on fabric, too. Added to Quilting and Jewelry-Making Projects

Flower and Chain Necklace

Saturday, May 9th, 2009

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I like the simple but bold design of this dramatic Flower and Chain Necklace. Good technique to use with any pendants you might have. Added to Jewelry-Making

Kid’s Art Pendant Necklace

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

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How creative! Using a smidge of technology and Mod Podge, a cool piece of mommy jewelry is made! Try one for yourself.
Added to Mother’s Day Crafts and Jewelry-Making

Mother’s Day Silhouette Bracelet

Sunday, May 3rd, 2009

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Love this Mom’s Day Silhouette Bracelet idea! Uses shrink plastic and black spray paint, so probably not for the kids to make. I might make this as a single silhouette portrait necklace pendant. Added to Mother’s Day Crafts and Jewelry-Making.

Make an Embroidered Ring

Thursday, February 26th, 2009

So hip, and a good excuse to try out new embroidery stitches! Plus, Embroidered
Rings
can use up extra bits of fabric and floss. Added to Jewelry-Making
and Needlework

Valentine’s Day Crafts – Gifts and Decorations

Tuesday, February 10th, 2009

Candy
Cane Hearts
– Use up leftover mini candy canes in this fun craft

XOXO
Jar
– Environmentally savvy crafting, using a recycled jar and craft
supplies that you probably already have around the house.

Sweet
Heart Crochet Pattern
– So cute! Crochet a few for a garland.

Crochet
Box of Chocolates
– Hee hee! Couldn’t resist this one!

Beaded
Heart Candleholder
– Fun, no pattern needed design

Painted
Valentine Hanging Plaque
– Pretty enough to display year-round