Shimmer Sheetz Necklace
Posted by Jackie on 23rd Feb 2015
Hi everyone, Jackie here! My project today: a one of a kind necklace made from Elizabeth Craft Designs Shimmer Sheetz and the Elizabeth Craft Designs Jewelry Dies 2 – Droplets.
Instructions:
Step 1: Cut 2 pieces of Fire Opal Gemstone Shimmer Sheetz that measure approximately 4” X 5”.
Step 2: Use alcohol inks to alter the Shimmer Sheetz (I used Butterscotch and Cranberry on my project).
Step 3: Once the alcohol ink has dried, adhere the two pieces of Shimmer Sheetz together (back to back) using Scor-Tape. Make sure the entire piece is covered with tape when you are adhering.
Step 4: Using Jewelry Dies 2 - Droplets, send the Shimmer Sheetz through your die-cutting machine. For best results, use the Elizabeth Craft Designs metal adapter plate (I cut 2 pieces from each die, resulting in 12 pieces for the necklace).
Step 5: Emboss the (now cut) pieces of Shimmer Sheetz with the Elizabeth Craft Designs Swirly Curves embossing folder.
Step 6: Sand the raised pattern with a sanding block to create a unique look.
Step 7: Cut a jewelry chain to 24” or desired length.
Step 8: Pierce the Shimmer Sheetz jewelry pieces with a paper piercer to create a small hole.
Step 9: Use pliers to open the jump rings sideways. Then thread each jump ring through a Shimmer Sheet jewelry piece and attach it to the jewelry chain.
Step 10: If desired, attach charms with jump rings.
Step 11: Attach a clasp to the end of the chain so that it becomes a wearable necklace.
The result is a beautiful, unique necklace and a wonderful conversation piece!
Supplies:
Fire Opal Gemstone Shimmer Sheetz
Tim Holtz alcohol ink
Elizabeth Craft Die: Jewelry Set 2– Droplets
Swirly Curves Embossing Folder
Jewelry chain
Jump rings
Clasp
Charms
Pliers
Sanding block
Additional Supplies:
Die-cutting machine
Scissors