Comments on: Grungy Graduation Year Jewelry Tutorial

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Tue, 12 May 2020 12:00:00 +0000

In reply to LuElla. Thank you, LuElla! And the great thing about doing "grungy" stamping is that imperfection is part of this kool style! :)

By: LuElla

LuElla — Tue, 12 May 2020 11:50:35 +0000

How Very Kool! I haven’t thought about metal stamping since I started wire wrapping! Not sure if you remember but it was also your tutorial that got me started with metal stamping. I’m not that good at it yet, but now I have a reason to pull those tools out again! Thanx Rena!

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Tue, 12 May 2020 11:27:00 +0000

In reply to Kim Bantle. Kim, I'm honored to be a part of the inspiration for your jewelry business plans. I wish you every success!

By: Kim Bantle

Kim Bantle — Tue, 12 May 2020 10:45:12 +0000

Cool jewelry for the grads this year! Thank you Rena for your newsletter/journal! I open it right away because now that I’m ready to start my life as the artist I’ve always seen myself as, your newsletter gives me hope that I can and will have success at my business!

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Tue, 13 Feb 2018 13:15:49 +0000

In reply to Tanja Cilia. Tanja, thanks! And thank you for your additional ideas! :)

By: Tanja Cilia

Tanja Cilia — Tue, 13 Feb 2018 13:09:55 +0000

The first bar looks like the “holder” of some pen drives – the circle would fit between the ‘loop’, and it has a tiny loop at the end to which you could attach a bead or a tassel., You can get cheap bronze ball chains from hardware / plumber shops. These ideas are brilliant – thank you.

By: Becky

Becky — Fri, 31 Mar 2017 03:34:12 +0000

Im obsessed with these i recently got into metal stamping and this gave me some really nice ideas of what i can do
thank you

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Tue, 26 Jul 2016 13:23:17 +0000

In reply to Jackie.

Hi Jackie, the stamping on the grungy graduation jewelry is all 1/8″. I find it’s a good size in general – easy to read, and fits well on many jewelry components.

By: Jackie

Jackie — Tue, 26 Jul 2016 13:14:50 +0000

I love this personalizing idea.
Are the 1/8″ stamps best?
1/4″ seems a bit big for washers.

Thanks so much.

By: Sue Shade

Sue Shade — Sun, 19 Apr 2015 16:29:17 +0000

Rena, this is such a great idea for graduation jewelry and is in general more what teens seem to like.

By: Susan Anderson

Susan Anderson — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 14:35:19 +0000

Love this idea, my daughter and niece are graduating this year, I’ll be making one of these necklaces for them.

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Tue, 14 Apr 2015 18:07:34 +0000

In reply to Jen.

Congratulations, Jen – great work on getting your degree! 🙂

By: Jen

Jen — Tue, 14 Apr 2015 18:02:48 +0000

I love these ideas given I graduate with my BS in psych in 4 weeks

By: Aruna

Aruna — Tue, 14 Apr 2015 13:08:07 +0000

These are so cool Rena. I am sure they are a big hit with the youngsters. Thanks for sharing.

Love and Hugs

By: Jann Olson

Jann Olson — Sat, 11 Apr 2015 00:30:41 +0000

These are so cute and any graduate would love them!
hugs,
Jann

By: Jamie

Jamie — Wed, 08 Apr 2015 19:47:35 +0000

These are awesome ideas for graduation jewelry! I can see lots of kids loving these for gifts!

By: Michelle James

Michelle James — Tue, 07 Apr 2015 18:06:19 +0000

These are really nice. I made some similar necklaces for my boys’ girlfriends when they graduated. Love them!

By: Cydne

Cydne — Mon, 21 Jul 2014 05:20:37 +0000

Photo turns are actually those things that are in the back of frames that rotate so the back can be removed to insert the photo. If you look for turn buttons on Amazon they show up along & are sold by the hundreds for a very low cost! (100 for under $10, or 700 for under $20)

By: cathy

cathy — Sun, 01 Jun 2014 03:01:01 +0000

I likey, they are kind of industrial military style. Very nice, but then you work always is!

By: Linda

Linda — Fri, 09 May 2014 01:47:24 +0000

Nice, Rena. PINNED and featured… Linda

By: Shelly

Shelly — Wed, 07 May 2014 22:04:34 +0000

Totally Dig em! I’m pinning to our DIY SUnday Showcase Talent Board! Thanks for sharing!

Shelly

By: Barb

Barb — Fri, 02 May 2014 01:33:39 +0000

I almost want to go back and graduate so I could wear some of these very edgy, cool creations. The copper washers are my favorite.

By: Kristen

Kristen — Thu, 01 May 2014 15:16:02 +0000

These are really cute! What a great way to showcase a graduation!

By: Theresa @DearCreatives

Theresa @DearCreatives — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 16:19:14 +0000

I love the stamped washer. Thanks for sharing @ DearCreatives.com hope to see you again soon!

By: Katie

Katie — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:03:44 +0000

Really cool ideas for tweens and teens who are past the cute phase!

By: Pax Design

Pax Design — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:04:40 +0000

Awesome! And your photos are spectacular!!

By: Grace

Grace — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 12:11:49 +0000

I totally love all you fun ideas and frequently share them on Pinterest. It is no surprise that those are re pinned often. Thanks for your great newsletter.

By: Jane Coquillon

Jane Coquillon — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:37:53 +0000

These look fantastic! Love the first necklace with the ball chain especially 🙂

By: Rose :: Fine Craft Guild

Rose :: Fine Craft Guild — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:57:13 +0000

Rena, you are genial. These are so fun!

By: Marie

Marie — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:15:01 +0000

Wow, these are great! I love how the stamped metal looks. 🙂

By: Southern Scraps

Southern Scraps — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 12:32:39 +0000

Great ideas! I recently purchased a metal stamping set. I need to put it to use.

By: Charlene@A Pinch of Joy

Charlene@A Pinch of Joy — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 19:49:16 +0000

What a great gift any one of these would be for girls and guys both — I love the washer necklace especially. Thanks so much for sharing your great ideas on Busy Monday!

By: TheShadyPorch

TheShadyPorch — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 12:45:02 +0000

I have a ton of nieces and nephews that would love these. They are perfect for gifts.

By: Linda

Linda — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:39:11 +0000

OMG!!!! LOVE THIS SO MUCH!! I just bought the little metal letters to do this with also. I’m so inspired… Thanks, Rena. Love your Mom. She is so creative!! Linda

By: Ana

Ana — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 13:30:23 +0000

Love this! I recently did a post on Office Supply Jewelry. Now I’m inspired to try Hardware Store Jewelry! Making magic of of common materials. Pinned!

By: Diann @ The Thrifty Groove

Diann @ The Thrifty Groove — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 23:41:19 +0000

These are all very cool!

By: Marlys @Thisand That

Marlys @Thisand That — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:59:54 +0000

Here from Thursday’s Treasures… What a great idea. Love them

By: Diane

Diane — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 12:08:57 +0000

Those are so cool. I have never tried metal stamping. Thanks for sharing at The Gathering Spot this week 🙂

By: Gail @http://biblelovenotes.com

Gail @http://biblelovenotes.com — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:52:50 +0000

Thanks for this idea. I also looked at your post on metal stamping. I hope to give it a try.

By: Natasha

Natasha — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:33:28 +0000

Love all of these!!!

Natasha @ Serenity You

By: Shelly minettesmaze.blogspot.com/

Shelly minettesmaze.blogspot.com/ — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:23:00 +0000

These are too cute!!

Shelly

By: katie goldsworthy

katie goldsworthy — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 05:17:28 +0000

The perfect graduation gift! Thanks for sharing at Monday Funday!

By: Paula

Paula — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 23:30:34 +0000

Beautiful! Pinned. New follower. Thanks for sharing at MM @ Call Me PMc ~ Paula

By: Jordan

Jordan — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 22:36:52 +0000

Dig the style!! Check out our blog hop and link up if you’d like!

xoxo, Jordan

By: Tricia - Bead Booty

Tricia - Bead Booty — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 15:23:43 +0000

Fabulous & fun idea. I bet grads would LOVE to get these!

By: creativejewishmom/sara

creativejewishmom/sara — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 07:58:20 +0000

Great project! thanks so much for sharing on craft schooling Sunday! Been wanting some of those metal stamps myself, keep thinking about them every trip to the US….maybe next time!

By: Courtney @ Between U & Me

Courtney @ Between U & Me — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 05:14:58 +0000

So fun! I would have loved to receive something like this as a graduate! So creative and special! Thank for sharing!

By: Christina

Christina — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 01:35:04 +0000

I love this idea for graduation. Or even anniversary dates. They look marvelous!

By: Alexis @ we like to learn as we go

Alexis @ we like to learn as we go — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 03:56:15 +0000

These are awesome! I especially love the first necklace.

By: Courtney

Courtney — Sun, 26 Aug 2012 19:33:12 +0000

Very cool and rustic jewelry!

By: Robyn

Robyn — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 16:30:57 +0000

very clever an original idea – looks great! Hope you have a fun Pink Saturday!

By: Carol ( Answer Is Chocolate)

Carol ( Answer Is Chocolate) — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 15:22:34 +0000

These are wonderful! Thanks for sharing at this week’s BFF Open House.

By: Susie Jefferson

Susie Jefferson — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 08:23:48 +0000

These are fabulous, and how great you have a tutorial too. Very clever idea.
Happy Pink Saturday!

By: LaVoice

LaVoice — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 23:49:04 +0000

A wonderful idea. I am sure most seniors would love having any one of these items.

By: Betsy

Betsy — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 18:26:28 +0000

Love your fabulous personalized jewelry. They’d be great for any occasion and who wouldn’t love and appreciate them? Thanks for sharing.

By: DarlaG

DarlaG — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 11:12:50 +0000

I do this too…nice!

By: Michelle

Michelle — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 16:09:26 +0000

Love these! Great gift ideas for graduates and teachers alike 🙂 Thanks so much for sharing at Creative Thursday this week. Have a wonderful weekend.

Michelle

By: Creative Carmelina

Creative Carmelina — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 18:51:29 +0000

I love these….they are awesome…thanks for sharing your white wednesday post.

ciao bella
Creative Carmelina

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 14:52:15 +0000

Cindi, I love your innovation of adding the school colors – great idea! I hope they sell well at your Farmer’s Market! 🙂

By: Christine

Christine — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 10:49:46 +0000

How AMAZING!!!! I always adore your jewelry!

Thanks so much for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer.

By: Cindi

Cindi — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 01:22:37 +0000

I instantly fell in love with this idea so I tried it with some washers I had and it’s great. I also added a couple of glass crystals in local school colors for added impact. Can’t wait to see how they sell at my Sat. farmer’s market.

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 15:28:16 +0000

Thanks so much to all for your lovely comments!

Paula, thanks for asking! Photo turns are a scrapbooking thingie (I don’t scrapbook, so I don’t know how they’re used in that realm) – and you can usually find them in packages of about a dozen at most craft suppliers; you may need to look in their scrapbooking section.

For jewelry makers, photo turns are very cool little metal components you can use in all kinds of ways, and they tend to be very stampable! 🙂

By: Paula

Paula — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 15:21:11 +0000

These are very cool designs. Any grad would love them. What are “photo turns” and where do you find them? (Not that I’m going to copy your designs, but they make great charms, too. I already have an idea for the blanks.)

By: annie!

annie! — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 01:39:59 +0000

These are AWEsome!

By: becolorful

becolorful — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 22:59:23 +0000

What a great idea. I’m going to have to bookmark this for next Spring. Thanks for sharing.
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By: zoraida

zoraida — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 21:04:32 +0000

What an awesome idea! I’m sure these would be a hit with younger people.

By: diane

diane — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 17:06:13 +0000

Very cool!
Diane
ATA Girls
Treasuring Grace

By: Frances

Frances — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 12:46:16 +0000

These are all so cool looking, you have a good eye for putting things together. Thanks for sharing.

By: must love junk

must love junk — Sun, 19 Aug 2012 22:42:56 +0000

I LOVE this stamped jewelry-so fun! I’ve just added you to my Google Reader!
Susan

By: Danni Baird

Danni Baird — Sun, 19 Aug 2012 20:49:15 +0000

These are very cool! I haven’t had much luck with metal stamping…but I haven’t practice enough yet I’m sure! Any grad would be glad to have these. Nice job!

By: Shenita

Shenita — Sun, 19 Aug 2012 20:46:12 +0000

These are great! Saw your post on Meet Me Monday.

By: Vicky

Vicky — Sun, 19 Aug 2012 10:05:12 +0000

Genius!