Henry Happened blog is great for easy, quick, and inexpensive DIY tutorials! We particularly like this one that shows how to make a chalkboard necklace. This is a great accessory because you can change the way it looks based on your mood!
Check out their blog for more quick jewelry DIY!
What you’ll need:
- Rust-oleum specialty Chalk Board spray
- a bezel pendant (you could find one at your local bead store or even purchase one through Etsy…this or this would do nicely)
- finished chain
- a scrap of satin ribbon
- glue (I highly recommend a tube of E6000, it is inexpensive, amazingly strong and long lasting!)
- painter’s tape
- newspaper
- basic white chalk
STEP 2: In a well ventilated area (i.e. outside) apply 2-3 light coats of “Chalk Board” spray to the exposed surface of the pendant (wait approximately 3-4 minuets between coats). Let dry.
STEP 3: Once the “Chalk Board” finish has had time to thoroughly dry (a couple of hours or so should be suffice), carefully remove the protective painter’s tape from the pendant.
STEP 4: Tie a bow with your ribbon. Trim ends to desired length.
STEP 5: Using your glue, secure bow to top of pendant.
STEP 6: Attached pendant to chain.
STEP 7: Using your chalk write the message of your choice onto the pendant (using the edge of a brand new piece of chalk will help you write small and clearly).
STEP 8: If you are giving as a gift, place pendant and a piece of chalk into a gift bag (I chose an organza gift bag with a bit of a shimmer in a fun, bright color).
Voila, a sweet chalkboard necklace!
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