I made it through Round 1 of One Month to Win It...phew! :)
Thanks to all those who voted. Stay tuned for Round 2 next week.
In the meantime, here's the tutorial for my vintage floral statement necklace...
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Thanks to all those who voted. Stay tuned for Round 2 next week.
In the meantime, here's the tutorial for my vintage floral statement necklace...
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When I checked out all of the gorgeous vintage graphics The Graphics Fairy has to offer, I knew I had to create a piece of jewelry. (The images are so beautiful I wanted to wear them!) I remembered those Shrinky Dink charm bracelets people used to make and was thrilled to discover that there is now printable Shrinky Dink. I had to try it. However, I hate wearing bracelets... so I made a bold statement necklace instead. I love how it turned out!
First, I chose the images I wanted to use--Stunning French Fan & Postcard with Floral Spray. I cropped/resized the images on my computer, then printed them on a sheet of Shrinky Dink according to package directions. Then, I cut my floral shapes out and punched holes so I could add jump rings later.
Next, I baked my pieces (once again, following package directions). I put them in the oven one at a time, so I could monitor their progress individually. Once they were done shrinking, I pulled them out, covered them with a sheet of parchment, and placed a heavy book on top for a few seconds so they would be nice and flat. Finally, I added my findings, a chain, and a satin bow just for an extra dose of femininity... as if a necklace of roses isn't girly enough. :)
Now I get to wear these beautiful blooms around my neck. This lovely necklace turned out so well, I can't wait to make a few more!
Oh lovely, I like the cute necklace,what a brilliant idea :) superb
ReplyDeleteI love that you used shrinky dink! So clever. It is a family tradition that we make ornaments out of shrinky dink each year... I have never thought of creating something better!!
ReplyDeleteGood work, and congrats on making it to round 2!
Yes, the necklace is already girly with the floral graphics, HOWEVER, you're a freakin genius for adding the bow! :)
ReplyDeleteYou have so many great ideas! I found you on StumbleUpon and am happy I did!
ReplyDeleteWhat a swell idea, Kacey!
ReplyDeleteMust say - I just love this!
ReplyDeleteI love your necklace. It turned out really beautiful.
ReplyDeletehi! I saw this necklace today and I'm in love!!! =) thank you! you have a wonderfull blog =)
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous - just love it!
ReplyDeleteHere ,i don't know if we have such thing ,shrinky dink. If we had,i 'd make a lot of this beautiful necklaces
ReplyDeleteYou're very creative! :)