Bezel Necklace

What do you get when you cross a rectangle bezel frame with glass, scrapbook paper, a bow, and a faux pearl? This:

 

I must admit that I'm proud of myself. While it's not original (I've seen these on Etsy and sold at boutiques for many years), it's still unique because it was made by me.

This little project took less than 1 hour to complete and would've taken only half the time if I were better at using jump rings and making loops for the pearl and bow.  

Here's a picture of the backside:

 The beauty of this DIY necklace is that the intricate details come from scrapbook paper. I picked up most of my supplies from the local Hobby Lobby (HL), though I found the bow and pearls in my "crafts to start/complete" pile. The only tools I used were jewelry pliers and super glue.

I spent approximately $5 on all of the supplies to make the necklace thanks to Hobby Lobby's great (sale) prices. I typically see these charm/bezel necklaces sold for $20 for a small 1" square bezels to over $40 for a rectangle the size as shown above.

All-in-all I'm happy with the way this necklace turned out. The low price and simplicity to make has inspired me to do a few more.  Next time I'll make sure to take enough photos or even a video for a tutorial. 

Project #1:  Success

KC

Project D.I.Y.

I’ve had it! I can no longer resist the temptation. After years of pouring over countless magazines, YouTube channels, websites, and blogs, I am finally starting a blog of my own. Exactly what this blog will eventually be is still up for debate.  I am hoping that it will organically grow based on my ever changing interests as well as needs. That being said, the premise of the blog is this: Chronicle my journey as I complete weekly do it yourself projects. Some of the projects I would like to complete include making my own jewelry, sewing clothes, redecorating, bringing new life to thrift items, baking gourmet pastries and meals, and other cool stuff. Committing to this blog will hopefully commit me to completing many goals and aspirations I have. In the process, I will (with LOTS of practice) become a DIY Goddess.

Now that I’ve got that out of the way, on to the good stuff….. My first project for the week will be creating a craft space. For inspiration….

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I love the openess of this one