Making a Pendant From a Vintage Spoon
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:
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?
ReplyDeleteThank you, Sara. I'm also an Art Deco fan. As for the rest, I haven't decided yet!
DeleteThat 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!
ReplyDeleteI'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.....
DeleteYour pendant looks quite stunning, Ann! You certainly have a knack for turning the most mundane items into works of beauty! I love it!
ReplyDeleteThat 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.
DeleteI love this idea! Your pendant is beautiful! Pinning. :D
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Michelle. I appreciate the pin!
DeleteThis 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.
ReplyDeleteI'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!
DeleteOh my! I love this. What a beautiful piece of jewellery you've made.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Julie. It's been on my 'to-try' list for ages!
DeleteAwesome! You've made this upcycling project look so easy to make following your tutorial. Whip some more out and sell them on Etsy!
ReplyDeleteThanks, it really was easy, Allyson!
DeleteThat is gorgeous! So creative, too! I don't have the tools to do this process, but it sure looks fun!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, it really was fun! The great thing about it is that the tools are not that expensive.
DeleteYour 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!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Tuula. You should definitely give it a try!
DeleteAnn,
ReplyDeleteThat is really very pretty!! I love it!!
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Thank you, Debbie. I love stopping by and seeing what you're up to!
DeleteBeautiful Ann! I love silverware jewelry.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Tania. The different patterns give you so many options!
DeleteLove 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.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Donna. I'm sorry you don't have your grandmother's silverware anymore, but pieces show up in thrift stores quite often.
DeleteVery nice! Thank you for sharing with us at SSPS, we sure appreciate it!
ReplyDeleteThank you for stopping by, Melynda!
DeleteThat is pretty!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Joanne.
DeleteThat's genius! What a stunning pendant.
ReplyDeleteVisiting today from Will Blog For Comments 43 #41&42.
Thank you so much, Paula!
DeleteI'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. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Jennifer, and it was surprisingly easy to make!
DeleteWow that was impressive, so nice
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. I'm glad you stopped by and hope you'll stop back again!
DeleteAmazing work, love this pendant. I have a friend that does this type of stuff for a living. Hard work, time-consuming but so satisfying.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for participating and sharing at SSPS 321. See you again next week at #322 https://esmesalon.com/tag/seniorsalonpitstop/
Someone suggested I do that, but then it becomes a job. I think I'll stay retired!
DeleteI have always wanted to work with vintage silverware, thanks for the tutorial. And, thanks for sharing with Create-it Link Party.
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome, Janet. It really is easier than it looks!
DeleteWhat a stunning outcome! Love the industrial vibe your spoon handled pendant has!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. The best part is it was easy to do!
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