Posts Tagged by Jewelry
Tile Pendants & Tile Tacks
| February 1, 2012 | Posted by Cheryl under Crafts, DIY |
I was super excited to get an envelope in the mail from Janette of The Johanson Journey. Inside was a surprise item from Pick Your Plum! You all know PYP now because I just had an oober fantastic giveaway from them a couple of days ago. They have a deal a day and you have to act fast because once their supply is gone…it’s gone! Let me tell you, I have bought several things from PYP and they aren’t joking! Sometimes the deals on the items are so awesome, the deal is sold out before I even get to it! … Continue reading…
Hand Stamped Jewelry + Giveaway!!
| December 14, 2011 | Posted by Cheryl under Christmas, Crafts, DIY |
I love, love, love hand stamped jewelry. It’s personal and what is more special than receiving a gift that is designed especially for you? Here’s how I made my own versions! Items Needed: Metal Dapping Stamp Set Hammer Metal stamping blanks or washers permanent marker necklace, bracelet, chain, or key ring Magic Eraser The technique is the same for all the different blanks I used. Start off by stamping your letters. Use steady, heavy hits with your hammer on the letter stamps on a solid, hard surface. Once stamped out, fill in with permanent marker. Wipe off surface with magic… Continue reading…
Nest Egg Pendant Necklace + Giveaway!!
| November 30, 2011 | Posted by Cheryl under Christmas, Crafts, DIY |
Nest Egg is a funny combination of words! Anyway, want to make one? One of these beauties? It’s super easy and can be personalized for your exact number of “eggs”! This would be a great gift for that wonderful woman in your life. She doesn’t even need to be a mother as these necklaces are quite trendy. They are easier than you think! Items Needed: 26 gauge bead wire beads for eggs a jump ring (optional) choice of necklace wire snips or sharp scissors Notes about my supplies: I bought everything I needed for this necklace at Hobby Lobby while… Continue reading…
Anthropologie Inspired Gumball Necklace
| November 14, 2011 | Posted by Cheryl under Crafts, DIY |
I love browsing the Anthropologie site. Love it. It’s inspiring and eclectic and I want one of everything please! What I don’t love, the price tag! I came across their Gumball Necklace and fell in love. However since I do not have an extra $258 laying around to buy it, I did the next best thing and made one! Here is my inspiration: Anthropologie Gumball Necklace in Purple/Gold and Brown/White (photos courtesy of Anthropologie website, click photo to be taken to site) Here is my version: Items Needed: (1) 1” round wooden craft ball (1) 3/4” round wooden… Continue reading…
