Birthday Gifts
Yesterday, Emily went to a birthday party for several children and I had a chance to play with some more jewelry designs – this time for six-year-old girls.
I wish I had taken photos of the gifts I made (I think they turned out really cute), but since I wasn’t feeling well, I didn’t have a chance.
But…I did make a similar necklace for Emily as a ‘test run’ – and I did manage to take a photo of it:
To make these, I started with a small piece of patterned paper. I tried to use whatever colors Emily told me were their favorites. I then added a rub-on initial for each girl for the front of the charm – "e" for Emily… ;)
I also stamped a birthday sentiment on the back for the birthday girls (Emily’s just has a flower). Then I sandwiched the paper between two small pieces of beveled glass (1X1) then taped and soldered the edges. I added a jump ring to the top and used a ball chain to hang the pendant. I also added a little dangle with some matching crystals…and voila! A sweet little necklace perfect for a six-year-old!
Kathy, I have been searching everywhere for beveled glass like the one that you used for Emily’s birthday. Can you tell me where you found it?
Much Appreciated,
Stacey Connelly
Sure! I ordered my glass online from McGills Warehouse – here’s a link to the 1 inch beveled glass squares:
http://www.mcgillswarehouse.com/ItemsList.aspx?ProductID=102360022
Have fun crafting!