Upcycled Brooch

Today I am joining a group of very talented bloggers for the Pinterest Challenge.  As you may already know I'm an avid upcycler, so when I heard that the theme for April was 'Eco-Friendly' I knew I was in!  The purpose of this challenge is not just to pin ideas, but make them happen.  Let's get started.....

I took a look through my pins and was inspired by The Shabby Tree's DIY Brooch.  I knew I had vintage lace, ribbon, doilies, and who could forget all that vintage jewelry from an estate sale last Fall?  Let's just say I was 'well-supplied'!  

My Cricut Maker made short work of creating two felt circles for the base.
Once they were cut, I grabbed my supplies - a small doily, ribbons, an earring, and a pin back.  I also used a bit of vintage lace that didn't get in this photo.
The earring I chose was a pierced earring.  There was a reason and you'll see what is was as you continue reading.
First, the doily was glued to one of the felt circles with Aleene's Tacky Glue.
Once that was dry, I began sewing pieces of ribbon and lace to the back.  
Sorry it's blurry.  I didn't realize until after I was done with the project.

When all the layers were attached, some E6000 was added to the back of the earring and then pushed from the front to the back through all of the layers of ribbon and lace.
On the back the post was bent over with the pliers, making it more secure. 
 The second circle of felt was glued on the back.
The pin back was sewn on and the brooch was finished!
I freely admit I'm no seamstress, so no cracks about my sewing please!  Lol

I pinned it to my denim coat:

I think it's truly a unique piece of jewelry.  What do you think?

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Comments

  1. I think it turned out great, so pretty!

    Tania

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  2. Your creation is adorable! Pinned it so I can recreate this beauty.

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  3. What a great way to reuse some pretty items! Beautiful job!

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    1. This has been on my list to do for quite a while. I'm glad I finally made it!

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  4. This is fabulous!! A perfect accessory to pretty up a denim jacket!

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    1. Thank you, Patti. I can't wait to wear it when I go out!

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  5. Beautiful Ann! I would totally wear that and love it paired with the denim!

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    1. Thank you, Kim. I have to keep digging through my pile of jewelry to see what other pieces I can use to make some more of them.

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  6. Looking at it, I hadn't thought about it being a vintage earring, but how perfect is that?! Really beautiful brooch! And looks great on denim too!

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    1. There were several earrings in the jars of jewelry I bought, but nothing like this one. I just knew it was meant for this project!

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  7. The earring looks beautiful made into a brooch! Excellent upcycled project. Pinned.

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    1. Thank you, Allyson. I appreciate the pin!

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  8. This is absolutely beautiful!! I love it and would proudly wear this piece.

    Hope you're feeling okay

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    1. Thank you so much, Cindy. I'm glad you like it!

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  9. Your brooch turned out so beautiful! So clever to use that earring! I love the vintage lace.

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    1. Thank you. It's amazing what you can come up with when you dig through your stash!

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  10. It turned out beautifully! That earring is gorgeous on its own. I probably wouldn't have added the lace, but then I would have missed out. :)

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    1. Thank you, Terri. Sadly there was only one of those earrings. I would love to make another one just like it!

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  11. Your brooch is lovely, perfect for dressing up a denim jacket! Thank you for the step by step directions! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures

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  12. YAY always exciting to find another upcycler! Your broach is gorgeous! I'll be following you for sure, can't wait to see more of your work.

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    1. Thank you, Johanna and welcome to the Cottage. I hope you'll visit often!

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  13. Your brooch is just lovely. I was really disappointed I missed this month's Pinterest Challenge (totally my own fault!) as upcycling is right up my street but I am really enjoying seeing what everyone else has made :-)

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    1. Thank you so much, Julie. We all get busy,,...and there's always another just around the corner!

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  14. That's so lovely! It all came together so beautifully.

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  15. Oh what a fun project! I love the contrast of the lace and pearls and the denim. Great upcycle! Thanks for sharing with us at Creatively Crafty #ccbg :)

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  16. Just beautiful. I love the combination of pearls and lace with denim. Featuring when my party opens up tonight!

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    1. Thank you, Carol. I appreciate the feature!

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  17. Beautiful project. I never think to remake something like this. Thanks for taking the time to share it. #HomeMattersParty

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    1. Thank you, Donna. I'm so glad you like it!

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