Isn’t that country quilt that you have one of the most charming things you’ve ever owned? Quilts started out as patched because people from long ago couldn’t afford to buy new ones. So, they simply sewed on a patch to cover a hole or even a stain. Nowadays, such a quilt is nothing to be ashamed of. The handmade quilts are popular, cozy and charming, and they’re quite costly, too. And, if you love the look of a patchwork quilt you can take a piece of one with you anywhere you go. Make and wear a quilt necklace and you’ll give a country accent to many different outfits.
Whether you stopped at a little country store and purchased a quilt, or you made it yourself, it can be quickly turned into a necklace without ever damaging it. Don’t have a patchwork quilt? You can get a picture of one online or take a photo of someone else’s.
Take a close-up picture of a quilt block, plate design, or other area of the quilt. It’s better to get a picture of an area where four blocks on the quilt meet, or another interesting feature, than it is to just take a picture of only one square on the quilt.
Use a metal ring to create the quilt necklace. You can use a miniature drapery ring, a charm ring, or another type – as long as it is metal. The best type of ring is one made for creating your own charm necklaces. These rings are small, round, and come with a tinier ring by which you hang the finished necklace on the chain.
With your computer, re-size the picture of the quilt block. Print it and cut it out in a circle. This circle should be slightly larger around than the chosen ring frame. Draw a circle of glue onto the little, round picture, and lay the ring on it until dry.
Amazing Glaze embossing powder is just that – amazing. The tiny crystals, when heated, form a clear glass cover over any number of items, including your quilt necklace. You can find the glaze online or at your local craft store. Sprinkle the embossing powder over the quilt image, follow the package instructions, and heat it until it’s finished.
After the embossing powder has set, you’ll have a clear glass over the quilt necklace, and that makes the arrangement so lovely. It genuinely looks like a gorgeous piece of expensive jewelry but isn’t costly at all. Although the embossing powder isn’t cheap, a little goes a long way, so you’ll be able to do many different projects before needing more.
Quilt Necklace