It's another DIY project!
I have been creating like crazy the last few days.
I have wanted to try making a unique chain necklace
so on Tuesday I just went ahead and did just that.
I really like the necklaces that you can add little extras onto and change the look.
I took apart the necklace from this post and decided to use the charms in a different way.
I first started with four different types of chain purchased at Walmart and Jo-Ann Fabrics.
Cost of all the chain was: $ 8
However, you will not use all of the chain so really the cost is more like $5
Total cost of the star charm: $ 3
Total Cost: $8!!!
Then just laid the chain out and started playing around with it.
It is easier to actually place it on yourself and arrange it so that you can see how it lays.
Some of the chain was heavier then others so that also helped me decide where to place it.
Really though it is just fun to play with the textures, colors, and size of the links.
I used pieces of the chain link to connect them together.
Attaching one chain type at a time.
I had to rearrange them a couple of times for it to have the desired appearance.
I then added a jump ring to connect the four chains together
and then added the star charm.
I am going to change things up and add other brooches and pins in the fall and winter.
The styling options are the best part of creating your own jewelry.
Go ahead, try it!
Enjoy!
XOXO,
Julie
XOXO,
Julie
so when are you opening your etsy shop??? :)
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LOL! Thanks for the compliment!
ReplyDeleteOne thing I can't believe is how over priced jewelry is! Now that I have figured out how easy it is to make it is so interesting to see how much the prices are racked up! Amazing.
I am going to try to make this necklace next. I know for a fact that I think I can make it for a lot less $$. $113! Crazy price. Pretty sure that I can recreate it for $10 and the most of that cost is for the black pendants that are hanging down and I can't decide if I even like them.
Sincerely,
Julie
http://www.bluefly.com/av-max-black-crystal-and-feather-fringe-chain-necklace/PRODUCT_FEED/309373901/detail.fly?referer=ca_froogle&cm_mmc=ca_froogle-_-A.V._Max-_-jewelry-_-309373901
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You are so crafty! I love this DIY. I like how you added the pin/broach.
ReplyDeleteAlso, like your new photo on your layout with your blog name :)
What a great DIY. I think It's always more rewarding when you can wear something you created!
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I LOVE this DIY! I've been having a hard time find good jewelry at the thrift stores lately, but I definitely have some old chains lying around...BTW- I added you to the my thrifty blogging friends list! I don't know why I didn't have you on there before?
ReplyDeleteThe chain necklace looks really great, it's amazing how much money people can spend on these things when really, it takes just a few dollars to make.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog and leaving all the nice comments, you made me so happy when I was reading them!
xx Grace
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You are too cute. Teach me your ways.
ReplyDelete(Pink and black are my two favorite colors. I am a sucker for anyone who can put these colors together--love it!)
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This is quite creative of you! Honestly, having your little ones and your hubby to take care of, how do you find the time to even do this? You're like superwoman, I swear! I love the DIY necklace and that blouse is great as well--edgy and chic all at once :)
ReplyDeletego julie! i'm work on a DIY project right now... a corn hole game for us and our roomies to play in our courtyard once the weather warms up, i'll probably post about it... once i'm done sewing all these socks into bean bags!
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