Tuesday, May 21, 2013
An Elegant Chain Tassel - super simple, no tools needed!
Hello, hello! Something small today, but I think you guys are gonna love it. Here's a really easy way to make a glamorous little chain tassel.
The beauty part: no tools needed! Ready? Here goes.
Sunday, May 19, 2013
The Mystery Thing Revealed: Alien Pod Tassel Necklace
For several days now, my readers have engaged in a ferocious round of Guess The Mystery Thing. Tying to identify the secret ingredient in these interesting upcycled necklaces:
The mystery: these weird alien pod-things.
Think you know the answer? Did anybody guess? Read on to find out!
The mystery: these weird alien pod-things.
Think you know the answer? Did anybody guess? Read on to find out!
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Guess The Mystery Thing: Alien Pod Tassel Necklaces
Heads up, you guys - time for a brand new round of Guess The Mystery Thing! (It's my jewelry giveaway guessing game, and anyone can play.) Take a look at this fun upcycled necklace...
Love it or hate it, it does make a statement, doesn't it?
"Take me to your leader." "I've eaten half the inhabitants of your puny town; I shall gestate for a week, then emerge as a replica of your beloved Aunt Agnes." "In space, no one can help you accessorize."
But I digress. On to the game! Your challenge: identify these black, alien-pod-like focal pieces.
What are these bizarro things? I'll tell you right now, they are definitely out there.
First person to guess correctly will receive a fabulous prize! (Namely, one of these nifty necklaces. OR a groovy goodie bag of random crafty supplies.)
How it works: leave your guess in the comments. There'll be two winners: first correct guess and a random winner. That's right, I said random winner - so even if you don't know (or think someone else already got it), you could still win. If your guess is funny, it might make my Most Creative Honor Roll.
THE ONE AND ONLY RULE
1. UNLESS YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS IS ONE CLICK AWAY IN AN ONLINE PROFILE, PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS WITH YOUR GUESS.
Ready? Set! Guess the Mystery Thing!
UPDATE: THIS CHALLENGE IS NOW CLOSED - THANKS FOR PLAYING, EVERYBODY!!! CHECK MY NEXT POST FOR THE EXCITING REVEAL...
Love it or hate it, it does make a statement, doesn't it?
"Take me to your leader." "I've eaten half the inhabitants of your puny town; I shall gestate for a week, then emerge as a replica of your beloved Aunt Agnes." "In space, no one can help you accessorize."
But I digress. On to the game! Your challenge: identify these black, alien-pod-like focal pieces.
What are these bizarro things? I'll tell you right now, they are definitely out there.
First person to guess correctly will receive a fabulous prize! (Namely, one of these nifty necklaces. OR a groovy goodie bag of random crafty supplies.)
How it works: leave your guess in the comments. There'll be two winners: first correct guess and a random winner. That's right, I said random winner - so even if you don't know (or think someone else already got it), you could still win. If your guess is funny, it might make my Most Creative Honor Roll.
This giveaway is open to anyone, anywhere. C'mon, join in!
THE ONE AND ONLY RULE
1. UNLESS YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS IS ONE CLICK AWAY IN AN ONLINE PROFILE, PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS WITH YOUR GUESS.
Ready? Set! Guess the Mystery Thing!
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Five Ways To Boy-Proof A Necklace!
So check this out. A fiercely unique necklace, for a really cool six year old boy.
Some might think it's too complex for a six year old. But they would be wrong! Allow me to explain.
Recently, my nephew discovered I make jewelry. As always when home visiting, I was handing out baubles to various friends and relations, and for some reason Eli suddenly picked up on the fact. This is what happened next, word for word.
A challenge indeed. For those of you with personal knowledge of the brain of a six year old, you will understand when I state: if I were to leave out one single thing on this list - one snake, for example, or that all-important red bead - there would be HECK to pay.
It took some thought. It took some trail and error. I think I finally got it...let's look at the instant replay, shall we?
For the five ways I built this necklace to be practically boy-proof, read on!
Some might think it's too complex for a six year old. But they would be wrong! Allow me to explain.
Recently, my nephew discovered I make jewelry. As always when home visiting, I was handing out baubles to various friends and relations, and for some reason Eli suddenly picked up on the fact. This is what happened next, word for word.
A challenge indeed. For those of you with personal knowledge of the brain of a six year old, you will understand when I state: if I were to leave out one single thing on this list - one snake, for example, or that all-important red bead - there would be HECK to pay.
It took some thought. It took some trail and error. I think I finally got it...let's look at the instant replay, shall we?
For the five ways I built this necklace to be practically boy-proof, read on!
Sunday, May 5, 2013
Morse Code Blue Jean Bangles
Need a gift idea for a casual type? Consider this little number:
A Morse code jean bracelet! Ain't it cool?
There are lots of Morse code jewels out there, but mostly they use patterns of short-and-long beads. I decided to paint mine instead!
Here's the code; see if you can read them.
I could tell you how I made them...but then I might have to kill you.
Oh, well, if you're willing to risk it, read on for the Top Secret DIY!
A Morse code jean bracelet! Ain't it cool?
There are lots of Morse code jewels out there, but mostly they use patterns of short-and-long beads. I decided to paint mine instead!
Here's the code; see if you can read them.
I could tell you how I made them...but then I might have to kill you.
Oh, well, if you're willing to risk it, read on for the Top Secret DIY!
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Handpainted Glass Sea Urchins
Hi, you guys! Here's a salty, splashy gift idea, made with some of those great glass paints from Martha Stewart crafts.
Sea urchin jewelry!
For Mother's Day, perhaps? My mom is part Mer-woman, she is so in sync with the sea. If your giftee adores the ocean and all its creatures, she will love one of these spiny little gems.
And you, yes, you can make a fantasy glass sea urchin in just three little steps. 1. squeeze out paint lines. 2. squeeze out little baby spikes. 3. bake in the oven. Sounds doable, right? It totally is! Here comes the complete DIY.
Sea urchin jewelry!
For Mother's Day, perhaps? My mom is part Mer-woman, she is so in sync with the sea. If your giftee adores the ocean and all its creatures, she will love one of these spiny little gems.
And you, yes, you can make a fantasy glass sea urchin in just three little steps. 1. squeeze out paint lines. 2. squeeze out little baby spikes. 3. bake in the oven. Sounds doable, right? It totally is! Here comes the complete DIY.
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