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How To Make A Bracelet From Up-cycled Necklaces

July 17, by Shellie Wilson.

Wearing pretty, beautiful elegant jewelry can really complete a look. It can give you a sense of individuality, style and elegance. But such items can often carry a huge price tag.

By making your own jewellery you can save money, and so in turn you can have a bigger selection of accessories, you can also have a truly unique, individual item, something that nobody else in the world has.

How to make a charm bracelet from a necklace

You will need:

An old necklace (a part of it about 6-7 inches)
Eye pins or headpins (small metal pins with a loop or flat end)
Beads of your choice with a small hole
Pliers
clasp
Jump rings
Tweezers (optional)
Scissors

Step 1: Measure your wrist and cut the necklace to the desired length. If you can’t cut the necklace, pull the links apart in the appropriate place.

Step 2. Hold a jump ring in one hand near the join using the tweezers or your fingers, with the pliers pull the other side of the join towards you slightly. Slide the clasp onto the open ring, slide the ring onto the end link of the chain and close the ring.

Step 3. Slide one (or as many as you want) of your beads onto a head or an eye pin, cut a small amount off the top (this will depend on the size or number of your beads, you may want to do a practice one before you start, keep this as something to measure the others against)

Step 4. Hold the tip of the pin in the tip of the pliers, roll the hand holding the pliers forward, this will create the beginning of the loop. Hold the pliers on the top of the loop you just made and roll the pliers again to close it. You may need to bend the wire underneath the loop towards you slightly; this may help you to create a more even loop. This is called a turned loop.

Step 5. Gently open the loop again, slide it onto the link of the bracelet and close with the pliers. Note: once you have had a little practice, you can slide the pin through the link and then close it, but this is easier for beginners as you will be able to get a more .even professional looking turned loop

Step 6. Repeat this process for as many links as you need, once you have got the hang of making he turned loop it will only take you a few minutes to do a whole bracelet, it’s really quite simple once you get the knack of it.

Step 7. Attach a jump ring (as described) to the last link of the chain.

Bracelets are a versatile accessory, perfect for casual or more formal occasions. Creating a chunky, glamorous bracelet from strands of vintage necklaces is a unique way to put antique items to new use.

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DIY Cricut Cut Faux Leather Earrings

Welcome to this step-by-step tutorial on how to create your own unique and stylish earrings using Dollar Tree Faux Leather and a Cricut machine. If you’re someone who loves crafting and is always on the lookout for new and exciting projects, then this tutorial is perfect for you. Not only are these earrings easy to make, but they also have a natural and bohemian look that is perfect for those who love earthy and organic styles.

Making these earrings is a simple and budget-friendly project that can be completed with just a few supplies from the Dollar Tree and your trusty Cricut machine. The faux leather is a great alternative to real leather as it’s more affordable and easier to work with, allowing you to create beautiful and unique earrings without breaking the bank. Plus, with the Cricut machine, you have the ability to cut out any design you want, making these earrings truly one-of-a-kind.

This tutorial is perfect for crafters of all skill levels, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter. The instructions are easy to follow and the end result is a beautiful and stylish pair of earrings that you’ll be proud to wear. So, gather your materials, fire up your Cricut machine and let’s get started on creating some beautiful and unique earrings that you’ll love to wear.

 

 

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