DIY PHOTO PENDANT

DIY PHOTO PENDANT

 It's freezing outside and I don't want to leave my house!  I'm using this "indoor" time to get some of my crafting projects done.  I'm planning on giving these necklaces for mothers day, but they would be perfect for birthdays or Valentine's day too.  These are really pretty and cost less. 

                                       

 What you'll need:  

• Diamond Glaze
• E-6000 Industrial Strength Adhesive
• 1'' Clear Circle Glass Pieces 8pk
• (8) 1 '' Silver Plated Circle Pendant
• Photos printed on heavy duty paper or cardstock to desired size- make sure ink has dried a min 4 hrs.
• X-Acto Knife
• Rubber Mallet

                              
                             

Step 1:
Add a small amount of Diamond Glaze to back of glass circle.  Spread around with tip of dispenser or toothpick.  Press gently on photo to remove bubbles and hold for 30 seconds.  *Note: do not wiggle it around too much as that will smear photo ink.  If you make a mistake (or see bubbles), don't worry - Diamond Glaze is water soluable, you can wash off the glaze and paper from the glass piece and try again.  Allow to dry overnight.      



                          
                                       
Step 2:
Using X-Acto Knife, cut paper and extra dried glaze from around glass piece.


                               

                                                       
Step 3:
Add a small amount of E-6000 adhesive to the inside of pendant (once this dries- it can't be undone) and press glass piece with photo into pendant.  If needed, tap (may need a few taps) glass piece into pendant.  Remove any extra glue/paper with X-Acto knife that may have pushed out around edges of pendant.  Allow to dry 4 hrs.


                                   
  
Step 4:
Place pendant on any chain, ribbon, or key ring you choose.  *You may need to add a jump ring to fit pendant on some chains.   Done!  Wrap and give as gift...or keep it for yourself ;)