I stashbusted to make this bracelet and pair of earrings. It only took about 2 hours total for the project, but I worked on it in little chunks as a study break.
The buttons came from my stash, but I think the bulk of them came from one of those packs they sell that has a bunch of plastic buttons that are all in similar colors, but different styles and sizes. The jump rings were probably about a quarter inch in size and are a heavier gauge wire. Their are also a few random beads and findings thrown in and I used a silver-plated toggle clasp because I can't get braclets on and off unless I use them.
And, obviously, I used a pair of earwires for the earrings. Both pieces making a lovely, quiet clicking noises. I don't know why I like that, but I do.
One day I will finally break down and buy some jewelry displays...
Linking up to many of the fabulous parties in my Link Party tab, including Met Monday and Show & Tell Friday! Check them out!
And someday I will break down and make these kind of button bracelets and earrings!! :)
ReplyDeleteI like the autumnal colors.
I love them. I would love to know how to make them. Button jewelry is beautiful to me.
ReplyDeleteToo cute!! I feel guilty doing little projects when I have so many big projects. Hey, I think you've just given me a new stitch marker idea!
ReplyDeleteThis is so pretty! The colors, everything just looks lovely!
ReplyDeleteWho needs jewelry displays when you have pretty arms and hands? Love these projects!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty! And I agree that you need those little projects to intersperse amongst the bigger ones. :)
ReplyDeleteSo cute! I have some old buttons of my Grandma's, think I'll try it.
ReplyDeleteSo, so pretty! Great colors and I love the teeny seed beads you added!
ReplyDeleteThe charm bracelet is adorable! I love it!
ReplyDeleteThese are so cute! Thanks for sharing them!
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These are darling, Cecily! I love that necklace. :)
ReplyDeleteYou are reminding me of one of the many reasons I love buttons so much! These are so cool!
ReplyDeleteI love buttons! These are really cute, Cecily! I especially like the addition of the beads... very clever.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great idea for my niece who is a button fanatic:)
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i really love these!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog! I love anything with buttons...I can see a bracelet from my grandma's old buttons! Thanks for the idea.
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean! I have a pair of earrings that do that, I always were them on date night with my hubby and he always laughs at me because without even realizingit I am swinging my head lightly from side to side so I can hear the little noise they make....and you did a great job...I've got no talent for jewelery...I keep trying...maybe I'll get it one day. :P
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I love these - they are so cute! Maybe you'd share a tutorial on how to make them sometimes? :)
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Shelia ;)
Very clever...I love how this turned out!
ReplyDeleteVery cute! Perfect for fall! Thanks so much for linking up! Have a great week...!
ReplyDeleteThose are so, so cute!
ReplyDeleteSUPER CUTE! Also, thanks for your kind comments on my blog :) Life is a journey, and I will get everything figured out soon. Thanks again!
ReplyDelete~Lori
This is the best! I am a seamstress by trade and wouod love one of these button pieces. I have a ton around my studio. I have better get working. Thanks for the inspriation.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! You should come link up to Made with Love Monday at Sew Chatty! http://bit.ly/bSsG5b
ReplyDeleteAs always.. this is awesome! Love the colors, the medium, the style.. love it all! Thanks for linking up to the Pink Hippo Party.. Can't wait to see what you come up with next week!
ReplyDeleteThese are so cute! I just bought a bag of buttons, thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThese are great! I have a post in my sidebar that is one of my most popular, abit a vintage button bracelet that I made. I am having my first link party tomorrow at Vintage Pollyanna. Will you join me? http://vintagepollyanna.blogspot.com/2010/11/join-me-on-tuesdays-for-new-link-party.html
ReplyDeleteI'm not a jewelry person, but this is so unique! You should sell them. People go crazy for jewelry like this. But what are you doing making this stuff? GO WORK ON YOUR PAPERS! Study break, indeed! :)
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Gloria a.k.a the annoying jokester
What a marvelous look! Very creative and original. Thank you so much for sharing on the Boardwalk Bragfest!
ReplyDeleteLove the colors of the buttons. Great for fall. What a fun idea!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful work..love the necklace and earrings!
ReplyDeleteSuper cute! Thanks for linking up to Mad Skills Monday!
ReplyDeleteI love this idea. I definitely want to give it a try. Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDelete~Heidi
I love these. They are so cute!
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So Pretty!!
ReplyDeleteI would love to have you link this up at Trendy Treehouse!
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Buttons...I am sold. Very cute - buttons are one of my favorites things!
ReplyDeleteNice job, Cecily, this is my kid of bracelet! :)
ReplyDeleteCec, I am absolutely a nerd for old buttons, so I'm totally smitten with your earrings and bracelet! Love the colors and the way you used the silver links to connect it all together! It was cool seeing you featured over at 504 Main too! Have a wonderful weekend! Jenn
ReplyDeleteHi! Love the button jewelry and I just might have to try these! I do make some button jewelry, but nothing like these! Too cute! I just found you so will become a follower tonight. I am having a giveaway if you have time pop over!
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Smiles and Blessings,
Nancy
I love this bracelet!! I wish I could make myself cute things like these!
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