Making a Pendant From a Vintage Spoon

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I've acquired a good amount of silver-plated flatware in the past few years and even though I use it on a daily basis, I decided it was finally time to try something crafty with it.  

Welcome to the 'Do It Over' Designers blog hop. We are a group of bloggers who love to recycle/upcycle/DIY. I'm happy to host this hop and I hope you'll visit everyone to see what they have to share with you.  This time, our theme is 'Metal'.  The links will be listed at the end of this post.

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I started with this Art-Deco style spoon:
Since I don't have a vice, I placed an old piece of wood on my drafting table and clamped it and the spoon to the table. I wrapped the spoon handle with tape, marked my spot, and drilled a hole through the handle using a 1/16" titanium drill bit.
Safety first - Safety glasses were worn throughout the process and the metal filings were cleaned up using a piece of tape.
Next, a line was drawn and handle was cut using a coping saw.  
This part of the process took a few minutes.  Next time, I may try it with my Dremel, but, first time doing it, you learn!  
Using files and some 0000 steel wool, the rough edges were smoothed. 
 
I forgot to take pictures of that part of the process, but here's a look at the edge of the rest of the spoon:
The pendant itself was polished with 1200 grit sandpaper.
It looked a bit 'plain' so I pulled out my jewelry tools and created a bead for it.
Then it was attached with a jump ring.
That's more like it!
The last step was to order a chain.  I went with stainless steel since this isn't sterling silver.

My first piece of jewelry using silver flatware and it was easier than I thought!

What do you think?  Will you give it a try?


Before you run off, don't forget this is a blog hop and the rest of the team has some amazing upcycle/recycle/did-it-over 'Metal' projects to share with you.  The links are all listed below:

Comments

  1. SaraJuly 27, 2024 at 7:15 AM

    It's beautiful Ann and those beads were the perfect touch! I'm a huge fan of the art deco style . What will you do with the rest of it?

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    1. AnnJuly 27, 2024 at 2:13 PM

      Thank you, Sara. I'm also an Art Deco fan. As for the rest, I haven't decided yet!

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  2. Kim July 27, 2024 at 7:20 AM

    That is so pretty, Ann! I've seen rings made from bent forks and spoons, but never a pendent. It's very interesting. I bet you can't wait to wear it!! Thanks for the hop!

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    1. AnnJuly 27, 2024 at 2:18 PM

      I've always wanted to give this a try, Kim, and I finally did! Since it was easier than I thought, I may try a few other things I have in mind. Once you go down that rabbit hole.....

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  3. Gail @Purple Hues and MeJuly 27, 2024 at 8:31 AM

    Your pendant looks quite stunning, Ann! You certainly have a knack for turning the most mundane items into works of beauty! I love it!

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    1. AnnJuly 27, 2024 at 2:20 PM

      That is so sweet of you to say, Gail! It was fun to make and I may try out a few more ideas now that I know I can do it.

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  4. MichelleJuly 27, 2024 at 9:32 AM

    I love this idea! Your pendant is beautiful! Pinning. :D

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    1. AnnJuly 27, 2024 at 2:21 PM

      Thank you so much, Michelle. I appreciate the pin!

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  5. Vintage Style GalJuly 27, 2024 at 12:05 PM

    This turned out stunning Ann, I love art deco style in most anything. You sure have a knack for jewelry making, and knowing how to style it too. I would love to make jewelry, but I never know where to begin so I have never taken it on.

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    1. AnnJuly 27, 2024 at 2:25 PM

      I'm not so sure I have a knack for it. I use the 'let it roll and see where it takes me' approach! Give it a try. I'll bet you surprise yourself!

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  6. Sum of their StoriesJuly 27, 2024 at 12:56 PM

    Oh my! I love this. What a beautiful piece of jewellery you've made.

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    1. AnnJuly 27, 2024 at 2:26 PM

      Thank you so much, Julie. It's been on my 'to-try' list for ages!

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  7. Allyson @ Southern SunflowersJuly 27, 2024 at 4:12 PM

    Awesome! You've made this upcycling project look so easy to make following your tutorial. Whip some more out and sell them on Etsy!

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  8. CrafteverlyJuly 27, 2024 at 4:50 PM

    That is gorgeous! So creative, too! I don't have the tools to do this process, but it sure looks fun!

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    1. AnnJuly 27, 2024 at 7:03 PM

      Thank you so much, it really was fun! The great thing about it is that the tools are not that expensive.

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  9. Tuula @ Color Me ThriftyJuly 27, 2024 at 8:50 PM

    Your pendant is lovely Ann! I've made pendants out of the spoon bowls, but never handles. I was never quite sure how to cut through the handle, but now I might just give it a try. Love how this turned out, and it could be embellished in so many ways!

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    1. AnnJuly 27, 2024 at 10:28 PM

      Thank you so much, Tuula. You should definitely give it a try!

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  10. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJuly 27, 2024 at 9:56 PM

    Ann,
    That is really very pretty!! I love it!!
    Thanks so much fr stopping by!! I hope you are having a great week!!
    Hugs,
    Deb
    Debbie-Dabble blog

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    1. AnnJuly 27, 2024 at 10:30 PM

      Thank you, Debbie. I love stopping by and seeing what you're up to!

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  11. Tania PelletierJuly 27, 2024 at 10:13 PM

    Beautiful Ann! I love silverware jewelry.

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    1. AnnJuly 27, 2024 at 10:32 PM

      Thank you, Tania. The different patterns give you so many options!

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  12. Donna @ Modern on MonticelloJuly 29, 2024 at 11:17 AM

    Love it! I donated some of my grandmama's older silverware last year and now I wish I hadn't. You found such a beautiful way to repurpose them.

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    1. AnnJuly 29, 2024 at 7:06 PM

      Thanks, Donna. I'm sorry you don't have your grandmother's silverware anymore, but pieces show up in thrift stores quite often.

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  13. Melynda@Scratch Made Food!July 29, 2024 at 9:16 PM

    Very nice! Thank you for sharing with us at SSPS, we sure appreciate it!

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  14. Joanne July 30, 2024 at 3:57 PM

    That is pretty!

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  15. PaulaShort July 30, 2024 at 8:06 PM

    That's genius! What a stunning pendant.
    Visiting today from Will Blog For Comments 43 #41&42.

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  16. Jennifer WiseJuly 31, 2024 at 1:50 PM

    I'm just amazed at this! Wow. What a beautiful piece! Thanks so much for sharing this post with us at the Will Blog for Comments #43 linkup. We hope you'll share more at #44 which opens on Monday morning. :)

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    1. AnnJuly 31, 2024 at 2:46 PM

      Thank you so much, Jennifer, and it was surprisingly easy to make!

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  17. Lillian "sognafaret"August 2, 2024 at 5:47 PM

    Wow that was impressive, so nice

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    1. AnnAugust 3, 2024 at 8:37 AM

      Thank you so much. I'm glad you stopped by and hope you'll stop back again!

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  18. SlabsAugust 2, 2024 at 6:01 PM

    Amazing work, love this pendant. I have a friend that does this type of stuff for a living. Hard work, time-consuming but so satisfying.
    Thanks so much for participating and sharing at SSPS 321. See you again next week at #322 https://esmesalon.com/tag/seniorsalonpitstop/

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    1. AnnAugust 3, 2024 at 8:38 AM

      Someone suggested I do that, but then it becomes a job. I think I'll stay retired!

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  19. Janet TrieschmanAugust 5, 2024 at 3:05 AM

    I have always wanted to work with vintage silverware, thanks for the tutorial. And, thanks for sharing with Create-it Link Party.

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    1. AnnAugust 5, 2024 at 7:23 PM

      You're welcome, Janet. It really is easier than it looks!

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  20. Funky Junk InteriorsAugust 9, 2024 at 8:46 PM

    What a stunning outcome! Love the industrial vibe your spoon handled pendant has!

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    1. AnnAugust 10, 2024 at 8:23 AM

      Thank you so much. The best part is it was easy to do!

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