Angel Necklace

Angel Necklace

 

 

This month Sakura Hobby Crafts sent us some amazing jewellery findings to work with. But to be honest with you, I've never fancied myself as a jewellery maker, ever. I've tried making some pieces over the years, but never really got the hang of it. So when Sakura sent me these pieces I knew I would have to figure out a way to make these pieces sparkle!

Warning the following project is rated EASY!

 

 

Step One

Choose a rub-on of your choice and rub in onto the back of your glass.

http://www.sakuracraft.com/shop/Fancy-Glass-Pendants/High-Quality-Glass.htm

Step Two

I used a metal large tag ring and removed the paper center. I cut a transparency circle to fit. I did use a very thick transparency. Insert transparency circle back into the frame.

Step Three

At this point you could put your rub-on's on the entire surface of your circle, but I really wanted the angel to show thru so I did this step last and it worked out well. I glued my glass piece directly in the center of my transparency and let this dry.

DO NOT LIFT THIS PIECE ONCE YOU'VE GLUED IT DOWN. THE RUB-ON WILL LIFT OFF.

 Step Four

I used a hole punch (Cropadile) and made a hole at the top of my ring. I inserted an eyelet for extra support.

 Step Five

I glued beads around the edge of the glass, using 3D Crystal Lacquer. Then I surrounded the entire base with 3D Crystal Lacquer as well. BEFORE the lacquer had time to dry, I sprinkled some glitter around the edges.

http://www.sakuracraft.com/shop/3D-Crystal-Lacquer/3D-Crystal-Lacquer--Clear.htm

I really like this piece, it looks so pretty around my neck and it is something I will wear often. I hope you will try to make something similar. I can't wait to see your creations using this technique. And to help you get started you can order your jewellery findings from http://www.sakuracraft.com/index.htm

AND

During the month of July, you will receive an additional 20% off your entire order simply by using code Summer07 at checkout!

 

 



So Charming!

Make your own Necklace Charm!

In this post http://www.createalways.com/2013/05/floral-fantasy.html 

I shared with you how to make the following flower motive using transparency sheets.

I cut a flower out of the transparency and glued it to a piece of colored paper and set it inside of this necklace charm found at http://www.sakuracraft.com/shop/Gem-Crafts/Jewelry-Findings/White-Brass-Jewelry-Findings.htm

I covered the entire image with 3D Crystal Lacquer - found here http://www.sakuracraft.com/shop/3D-Crystal-Lacquer/3D-Crystal-Lacquer--Clear.htm

When my lacquer was setting, I set a jewel in the center and let this all dry.  

These aren't air bubbles you're looking at, but beautiful glimmer from the Terri Sproul Mixers I used to paint the flower - found here http://www.sakuracraft.com/terri-sprouls-mixer.htm

Now this is a simple and easy project yes, but what I really want to share with you are the great prices on jewellery items Sakura Hobby Crafts has http://www.sakuracraft.com/shop/Gem-Crafts/Jewelry-Findings.htm 

And when you place an order in June, you can get - 20% off your entire order when use code Crystal06 at check-out!

Dangle Earrings

Dangle Earrings

The melting post came out, the mix got mixed and the fun began!

 I'm so excited about these earrings, seriously there is NO END to the design or elements that can be added to this mixing pot of wonder and brilliance.

Start by using the following items if you'd like to try making your very own jewellery pieces, it doesn't get any easier than this.

- Terri Sproul Shimmer Mica 

- melthing pot

- Clear Thick Embossing Powder (Utee)

- jewellery findings
- Embossing plate (hard plastic)
- metal skewer

Instructions

1. Pour Utee into the melting pot and let it melt.

2. Add Mica Powder to the melted Utee and mix well.

3. Punch holes into a metal tube and place a metal skewer into the tube. Pour the Utee directly into the center of the tube.

Let this HARDEN AND COOL. Remove the shape and remove the skewer.

OR pour the Utee mixture directly onto the template for a unique shape. At this point you could add embellishments to the Utee, be careful its VERY HOT and will harden quickly, so have your supplies and ideas ready to roll at this step. But if you don't like your design, you can remelt your Utee and start all over again.

4. Once your Utee/Mica shape is cooled, piece together whatever jewellery pieces, beads etc. to your piece. 

I made my Utee/Mica shapes into earrings and I love them. 

I hope you enjoyed this tutorial and will give these products a try, they are fun and easy to work with!

Don't hesitate to find me on facebook (Lee Brehon) if you'd like to ask me a question about any of the items I make using the SAKURA HOBBY CRAFTS

If you'd like to try the Crystal Lacquer for yourself, you can get 20% off of this product for the entire month of April - just use the code Terri04 at checkout.