Saturday, March 12, 2011

A vintage pendulum necklace, clear and simple.

Hi, my dearies!  A new tutorial for you!  Behold some clear glass cabinet handles, circa 1928:


I decided to highlight them with a super simple treatment, so I made this...


Swelegant, eh?  Ready to make one?  Let's do it!


Start with a little bell (or any small charm, really), some craft wire, and two beads that will fit snugly against your glass handle.


Make a wrapped loop on one end of the wire, catching the charm inside the loop.  (For a wrapped loop tutorial, go here.)


Then add the glass handle, sandwiched between the two little beads, and make another wrapped loop at the top.  Like so:



All done!


Add a long chain and rock your vintage glass pendulum necklace.


Signing off for today, thanks so much for coming!  (Can you tell I'm in a hurry?  Life is so busy right now.)  See you next time!
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33 comments:

  1. Carol, The Answer Is ChocolateMarch 12, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    Swelegant is right! Byooteefull!

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  2. MelissaMarch 12, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    Very swelegant... I love your photographic presentation too. You must have hit a great estate sale.

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  3. MelMarch 12, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    This swelegant pendant has got to be my all time favourite! Fantastic Michelle.

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  4. Nikki ~ Let's Craft!!March 12, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    Me likey!! Me need to Makey!!

    THX ~ NIkki

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  5. UnknownMarch 12, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    Gorgeous, gorgeous, glassy and classy. Swelegant is the perfect descriptor!

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  6. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresMarch 12, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    This is the most swelegant thingie I've seen in a long time. I'm going to go through my glass knob stash and get busy. I'm loving this!

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  7. lisbonlionessMarch 12, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    LOVE it. 'nuff said.

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  8. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmMarch 12, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    This is lovely...I actually have a glass knob that I just thread on a ball chain and wear layered with other necklaces. I always get tons of comments...imagine if I made one of these lovelies...even better :) Thanks! Laurel

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  9. The Beading GemMarch 12, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Michelle - you're a genius! I've seen beautiful glass knobs before but never thought to use one as a pendant.

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  10. MarcyMarch 12, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    What a wonderful idea! I'm your new follower! Check me out at www.lifesgristle.blogspot.com.

    :)
    Marcy

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  11. Lorraine March 12, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    Very pretty indeed! I think I have one of those knobs around here someplace. Gonna have to give this a try. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  12. AnonymousMarch 12, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    Michelle, you've outdone yourself! THis pendant is gorgeous. It's funny how often I check your blog and then ask myself "Why didn't I think of that?" Luckily, Michelle thinks of it! Thanks from Kate in Portland

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  13. amber @ barbwiredMarch 12, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    Super idea! I love it!

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  14. UnknownMarch 12, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    Very nice...I love it!! ;o)

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  15. CREATIVE KHADIJAMarch 12, 2011 at 11:17 PM

    How nice it is..wao,love it really...gorgeous creations..MICH you are really AWESOME..

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  16. anabelucraftMarch 13, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    I love this! :)

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  17. DivyaMarch 13, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    a contemporary use from a cow bell or salangai :)

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  18. DogpackmommaMarch 13, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    I have just discovered your blog - WOW - you are one creative gal! Thanks for sharing & Keep up the good work!

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  19. sigalMarch 13, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    OMG! this project is incredible. I just installed these beautiful knobs on my daughter's dresser. looks very chic but using as a necklace like you did looks even chic-er.. ;)
    i love it. and will create this in another color.
    very cool.

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  20. Rebecca @ My Girlish WhimsMarch 13, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Thanks for your sweet comment on my blog! This is such a cool idea! Love it

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  21. AshleighMarch 13, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    I'd wear this! Love it!

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  22. PEACHESMarch 14, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    Nifty keen! I might have one of those layin around already. Hmmmm...

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  23. Olivia @ Swan White CurtainMarch 14, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    Gorgeous! Wearing housewares-- I like it. :o)

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  24. Allison {A Glimpse Inside}March 18, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    that is beautiful! You always make such fantastic, unique pieces! Thanks for linking up!

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  25. JillMarch 22, 2011 at 11:22 PM

    Just gorgeous! as always!!
    Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
    Hope you have a great week!

    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

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  26. Nancy WardMarch 27, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    Hi!

    Wanted you to know I posted a link to this tutorial today on my blog.

    Nancy Ward
    PaperFriendly
    http://www.nancywardcrafts.com

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  27. Lindy@Itsy Bitsy PaperMarch 27, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Beautiful! I love that idea.
    www.itsybitsypaperblog.com

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  28. AnonymousMay 10, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    I hope you dont mind me linking back to your tutorial since I made one :)http://glowacademy10.blogspot.com/2011/05/vintage-pendulum-necklace.html

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  29. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2012 at 3:35 PM

    What a great idea! I love it. Thanks for sharing.

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  30. BluKatKraftJuly 18, 2012 at 7:56 AM

    OMG LOVE this!!! Must make this : ) Thanks for sharing.

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  31. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    Way Cool!!! Thanks for Sharing!!

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  32. UnknownJuly 26, 2013 at 12:20 PM

    This is beautiful! I will have to give it a try if I can find some of these gorgeous knobs. Thanks for this great project!

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  33. Danni@SiloHillFarmAugust 8, 2015 at 3:20 AM

    Well now here's something funny.....after months of not turning on my computer, I finally felt like doing a project...a jewelry project. Found a beautiful necklace on pinterest. Clicked the link and look where it took me! LOL! This is gorgeous my friend! Now where did I put that old glass cabinet knob I've been saving for years????

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