Did you know prehistoric humans made jewelry long before the discovery of precious stones and metals? These humans used seashells, animal bones, and colored rocks to decorate the body.
The idea of making DIY jewelry isn’t new, it’s been around for centuries. If you’re interested in some jewelry making ideas, you’ll find them in this guide. Keep reading to learn more.
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Make a Memory Bracelet
A beaded and wire memory bracelet is a beautiful piece you can make to reflect your life and personality. A memory bracelet can help you keep a loved one close.
This is an easy project to complete. You’ll be finished within an hour. This makes it the perfect choice if you’re new to jewelry making.
Once you’ve started adding the beads to your bracelet, you can add a few charms that represent something important in your life. Choose beads in a single color to make the design more cohesive.
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Duct Tape Bracelets Are Unique
Other creative ideas for jewelry making include creating bracelets using duct tape. This is the perfect DIY jewelry project for kids.
Look through supplies you have around your home. You’ll need at least three different colors of duct tape. Cut three strips of the tape for braiding, 17 inches of each tape is a good amount to start.
Place the tape on a cutting mat and fold each side into the middle. Hold the three pieces of the tape down with a clamp and start braiding them together. Secure the ends of the bracelet with another layer of colored tapes, and they’re ready to wear.
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Make a Vintage Style Brooch
If you’re interested in more unique styles of jewelry, consider making a vintage-style brooch. To make this, you’ll need to flatten any kind of bottle cap with a hammer.
You’ll then use a page of a book or newspaper and glue it on the bottle cap, make sure you cut out the right-sized paper. Next, paint over it with glossy color. Use an old pocket watch part for the base, paint it silver first.
The last step includes attaching the bottle cap to the base and adding a brooch pin to the opposite side.
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A Copper Cuff Bracelet
More cool jewelry making ideas you might like include making copper cuff bracelets. This DIY jewelry project will take a few hours, make sure you have some time in your schedule to get it done.
Start by using tin shears to cut the cuff to the right size. Use a marker to draw the design you want for your bracelet.
Put on some gloves and mix two parts peroxide with one part acid. Soak your cuff in the mixture for about two hours. Next, you’ll want to pour a baking soda and water mixture on the bracelet to help neutralize the acid.
A scouring pad should help you remove the marker and reveal the beautifully etched design.
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Spike Rings Add Edge to Your Look
Creating a few spike rings is one of the easiest jewelry design ideas on the list. Your list of supplies is also short for this project. You’ll only need some spike beads, aluminum wire, and pliers.
You should start by cutting the wire to the desired size. Add the beads to the wire and then fold it.
Cut the ends of the wire and close it inward. Wear a few of these rings to make your outfit look more punk rock.
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Create Your Own Tassel Pendant
Other creative jewelry making ideas include creating a tassel pendant. You can buy the shapes or cut them yourself. A circle and rectangle are two opposing shapes that can make an interesting design.
Make a small hole in the top and bottom part of the rectangle. Your next step should be to paint the rectangle and circle in two different colors. Once dry you’ll need to glue the circle on top of the rectangle.
Next, add a jump ring and tassel to the bottom hole on the rectangle. Add a larger jump ring to the top hole in the rectangle to add your chain for the necklace.
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Leather Earrings Are Cool
Leather earrings are another jewelry project you can create with the material you have in your craft supplies. It’s a beginner’s jewelry project, so you’ll be able to get it done in no time.
Start by cutting your leather into the shape you want. A feather shape is something easy to make. Add a small chain down the middle of the feather to give your earrings more dimension.
Your final step should be to add earring backings to the top. Once you’re done you can wear these earrings for a night out with friends.
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A Bracelet Made With Safety Pins and Beads
There are many jewelry making ideas with beads you can try at home. One idea is to make a bracelet using safety pins and different colored beads.
Slide the colors of your choosing onto safety pins. You’ll then join the pins together using copper wire. A rainbow design might be a fun project you can do with your child.
Find the jewelry making kit that works for you and get started on some fun projects right away.
Jewelry Making Ideas You’ll Love
There are all kinds of jewelry making ideas that’ll fit your style. If you want an edgier look, add some DIY spike rings to it. There are many types of jewelry you can make with beads as well.
Check out some of the other fashion blogs on our site for more jewelry ideas you can make with supplies you have in your arts and crafts drawer.
