Comments on: Mixed Metal Industrial Pendant Tutorial

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Wed, 01 Aug 2018 14:46:06 +0000

In reply to Laurie. Thank you so much, Laurie! :)

By: Laurie

Laurie — Wed, 01 Aug 2018 00:28:37 +0000

Once again you’ve knocked it out of the park!

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Tue, 31 Jul 2018 17:09:22 +0000

In reply to LuElla Spears. LuElla, that's so lovely to hear! Thank you for letting me know. I think you will really enjoy metal stamping. And just to be sure, here's my tutorial for Metal Stamps - Tips and Techniques. Have fun, LuElla! :)

By: LuElla Spears

LuElla Spears — Tue, 31 Jul 2018 16:29:32 +0000

Dear Rena,
Today I ordered my first metal stamping equipment. My first time venturing away from beads, but I love your work! I’m going to start small, labeling some things I already have but I’ve seen some amazing things I’d like to try. Thank you for inspiring me!

By: Jean BH

Jean BH — Fri, 17 Nov 2017 05:12:42 +0000

Thank you Rena.????

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Fri, 17 Nov 2017 04:36:45 +0000

In reply to Jean BH. Hi Jean! It would probably be a good idea to contact the manufacturer of the acrylic finish. Explain how you're using the finish, and ask about safety, toxicity or skin reactions of their product when used on jewelry.

By: Jean BH

Jean BH — Thu, 16 Nov 2017 23:21:47 +0000

Rena, I generally use a two step Acrylic finish over my hardware store items I use in my jewelry. By doing this I guess I thought it would be ok if it touched your skin. Any other suggestions?
J

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 09:59:08 +0000

In reply to JBH. Jean, thanks for asking! I'm guessing Nancy made that recommendation because some hardware metals may cause allergic reactions; and because zinc, galvanized steel, (and possibly other hardware metals) may be toxic.

By: JBH

JBH — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 07:27:03 +0000

Rena, is there a reason the washers should not be worn against your skin?
Thanks,
J

By: m(i)e

m(i)e — Mon, 30 Nov 2015 12:32:53 +0000

smart idea!

By: Jann Olson

Jann Olson — Mon, 30 Nov 2015 01:05:30 +0000

Industrial is so hot and this is fabulous!
Jann

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Fri, 04 Sep 2015 13:33:32 +0000

In reply to Brenda Harp. Thank you for your lovely comment, Brenda! For the double ball chain on the Industrial Pendant, I used a single long length of ball chain to wrap around the neck (and through the pendant bail) twice before fastening it with a standard ball chain connector / clasp. For the earwires with the little ball / blob at the end, you can use a torch, as described in How to Make Your Own Argentium Sterling Ball Pins.

By: Brenda Harp

Brenda Harp — Thu, 03 Sep 2015 14:11:01 +0000

I really like your newsletters and your wonderful projects. On the metal washer necklace with the double ball chain, what type of closure do you use? Also, on your copper patina earrings, how do you make the ear wires with the little blob or ball on the end? You are so generous to share your vast skills and knowledge. Thank you so much. Brenda

By: Camila

Camila — Sat, 13 Jun 2015 18:47:03 +0000

Love this, is so much fun!!! I always enjoy so much your jewelry tutorials! Thank you for always sharing it!!
XOXO

By: Nina Lewis

Nina Lewis — Wed, 10 Jun 2015 20:40:09 +0000

What an amazing pendant! The thing I like best is that you pounded the wire flat. I love that look!

By: Erika

Erika — Mon, 08 Jun 2015 13:44:03 +0000

I love it! I would wear something like this, and I am definitely making one for myself. I’m off to pin it now…

By: Jann Olson

Jann Olson — Sun, 07 Jun 2015 19:40:01 +0000

Love this! My grandsons would really like it. Pinning.
hugs,
Jann

By: Lou Lou Girls

Lou Lou Girls — Sun, 07 Jun 2015 18:40:56 +0000

I absolutely love this! Thanks for sharing it with us. Pinned and tweeted.

By: sara

sara — Sat, 06 Jun 2015 20:47:57 +0000

I actually think this could also be a great zipper pull or keychain for one of those guys who are so hard to make stuff for!

By: Rhonda

Rhonda — Fri, 05 Jun 2015 14:15:29 +0000

I love this necklace – your step by step tutorial is fabulous! I hope mine will turn out just as nice – love the recycled look of using the washers.

By: Heather Hennessee

Heather Hennessee — Fri, 05 Jun 2015 13:03:05 +0000

Very cool! These would make gifts or a DIY for teens.

By: Kathleen

Kathleen — Tue, 02 Jun 2015 22:00:29 +0000

I love this necklace! Thanks for the tutorial . . . great photos.

By: Carol R

Carol R — Thu, 05 Feb 2015 13:50:05 +0000

You are so very COOL! and talented! Thank you for your wonderful tutorials!

By: Mario

Mario — Tue, 02 Jul 2013 14:14:39 +0000

I love it! What a great and simple idea! 🙂
I just love all the detailed pictures explaining each and every steps. Thank you!
Mario

By: BeColorful

BeColorful — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 22:04:26 +0000

Hardware looking high end. Love it. 😀 Thanks for sharing.
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By: Deauna

Deauna — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 13:43:49 +0000

This is really cool. It gives me some inspiration to make my own.

By: patti

patti — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 14:11:52 +0000

Great tutorial – love the design of this – Just might give it a try!!

By: katie goldsworthy

katie goldsworthy — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 08:02:26 +0000

I love this! Thanks for sharing!

By: Jessica @ Play Trains!

Jessica @ Play Trains! — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 05:08:48 +0000

Wow, how pretty!

By: April @ Angel's Homestead

April @ Angel's Homestead — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 15:53:48 +0000

What a unique piece of jewelry! I can see my daughter making one of these, and painting the washers different colors. Thank you so much for sharing with Saturday Spotlight. Have a great week and come back soon!

By: DeDe@DesignedDecor

DeDe@DesignedDecor — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 14:06:33 +0000

Such a pretty piece. I love the different metals you used! Thanks for sharing!

By: Mary Beth

Mary Beth — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 12:30:24 +0000

I love every detail of this piece ~ the mix of metals is awesome and the loop adds the perfect touch.

By: Diann @ The Thrifty Groove

Diann @ The Thrifty Groove — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 18:41:01 +0000

The different metals look great together! thank you for sharing at TTF.

By: Leah

Leah — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 17:00:38 +0000

Great idea, I’m always looking for ways to use mixed metals in my jewelry projects. I like the modern look of this pendant.

By: Ana

Ana — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:31:41 +0000

I love industrial jewelry! Very modern and cool.

By: Gayle Page-Robak

Gayle Page-Robak — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 00:24:20 +0000

Loved seeing your metal jewelry pendant. Love creating jewelry so appreciate the uniqueness of this piece. Beautifully created.

By: Taelia88

Taelia88 — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 16:24:07 +0000

Such a wonderful tutorial!!! Thank you very much!!
Great post!! I included it in my post. 🙂
Have a great week!!

By: Linda

Linda — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 01:19:16 +0000

I love your tutorials! They are so wonderfully illustrated! Nice job. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

By: Carrie @ My FAvorite Finds

Carrie @ My FAvorite Finds — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 20:11:17 +0000

Love this! Thanks for sharing at Pinworthy Projects.

By: Megan

Megan — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 15:58:04 +0000

So beautiful! I love the combo of the metals. 🙂

By: Jodi Stuber

Jodi Stuber — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 04:58:44 +0000

What an awesome idea. Ireally love the mixed metals!! stopping in from 5 days 5 ways 🙂

By: Christina @ Floridays Mom

Christina @ Floridays Mom — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 17:34:04 +0000

I love this, super cute. Funny, I just did a post a post recently about mixing metal finishes in a bathroom so I had to check out this pendant. I’m really into this look. Thanks for the great tutorial!

By: Cindy

Cindy — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 11:32:49 +0000

So cool. It is beautiful and you gave us a great tutorial with wonderful pics. Going to have to try this. Thank you for sharing.
Cindy

By: DesignedByBH

DesignedByBH — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 05:49:35 +0000

I love this! I made a great keychain one time with a screw, nuts, and bolts–it reminds me a lot of this, actually. I’m going to dig through my hardware to see if I have any of the materials left and I may make a variation of this. Thanks for sharing! (PS–the keychain was a gift with a note that said, “I’m Nuts About You”–I thought it was cute!)

By: nancy

nancy — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 17:09:25 +0000

You may want to mention that the washer should not be worn on bare skin.

By: gin

gin — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 06:00:16 +0000

really nice. so many shapes could be made into pendants for this. I could try a heart shape for valentines. thanks for sharing

By: jamie

jamie — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 04:50:44 +0000

so beautiful! Thanks for sharing this… I’ve always shied away from making jewelry because it seemed so complicated. It’s nice to see a tutorial that is so informative; I might have to try my hand at it 🙂

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 15:07:01 +0000

Thank you, Zoraida and Erika, for your lovely supportive comments! 🙂

Erika, the chain I used for this pendant is a ball chain. I liked the darkened, industrial look of the chain for this piece. Also, you may be able to tell from the photos that I’ve used a double strand of this chain. The washer bail is so much larger than a regular pendant bail that it made a single strand of the chain look wimpy by comparison. So I felt that a double strand looked sturdier and more in proportion.

Thanks for asking! 🙂

By: Erika

Erika — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 14:47:00 +0000

What a good looking piece of Unisex jewelry. You have inspired me. May I ask, what kind of chain is that?
I consider you my mentor, love everything you make and write. Thank you.

By: zoraida

zoraida — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 12:50:32 +0000

I love the mixed metals and what you’ve done with them!