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Jewelry Metamorphosis

I like to look at an object and change it into something else, so that is what I did this weekend with a few odd jewelry pieces. I started with a large bead from this bracelet....
And a pair of earrings..
Now I first thought about using them together but decided that they really need to be separate pieces. I started with the large bead and attached some large rings and some chain (my new favorite!).
I think it turned out lovely and can't wait to wear it.
For the earrings, I took them apart and added three large rings and some chain.
This will look great with a summer tan!
A simple and easy metamorphosis to wearable jewelry for the summer!
Enjoy!

Comments

  1. lisbonlionessMay 23, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    I love the turquoise necklace! It looks a lot classier than it did as a plain leather bracelet. Very pretty!

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  2. OurWanderingAdventures May 23, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    I love re purposing old pieces too!

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  3. AsylumTanyaMay 23, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    You have two amazing transformations! Thank you for sharing your talents!

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  4. CecilyMay 27, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    That is an awesome transformation! I love finding things that can be remade into something lovely... I picked up a big rusty washer with just that intent the other day. :)

    I'm hosting a quilt giveaway on my blog... feel free to check it out and have a great weekend!

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  5. Carol, The Answer Is ChocolateMay 27, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    Great transformations! So glad you shared at my link party!! Have a wonderful weekend.

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  6. MonikaMay 28, 2011 at 2:32 AM

    What a fantastic premise for a blog! Just browsing some of the blog hop blogs and I wanted to say hi! I will follow you as well. We also have a Facebook fan page at http://www.facebook.com/aiasdotca that you should check out! We always like and follow back, just leave us a note <3

    Monika @ Aias Dot Ca
    Blog: http://www.aias.ca
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  7. Little City FarmMay 29, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    I really like the earring transformation. My mind would have stuck with keeping them as earrings, but your idea is genius.

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  8. Quirky HomemakerMay 30, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    They both turned out cute! thanks for visiting us at the Sit and Relax weekend hop! You have a fun blog. Hope to see you again next weekend! Have a great week,
    Michelle
    Heartfelt Balance Handmade Life

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