On a recent thrift shop trip I found this book, rejuvenated jewels.
I have been enjoying wearing the beautiful vintage pieces my friend Jeannie from The Crown Jewels Of Art designs.
So when I saw this book I knew I would have fun creating some pieces of my own.
I have been saving vintage pieces of jewelry for sometime now.
I look for bags full of broken pieces when I am out treasure hunting.
I was also lucky to find this vintage jewelry box on a recent trip.
It will be one of many I plan to store my vintage jewelry finds in.
Here is the piece I just designed,not bad for my first time.
The bottom piece is not old but the floral piece is.
And you know how I love my bling.
I took apart another necklace that had those gold beads with the rhinestones.
It is fun just looking for vintage pieces.
I really love getting a bag full,it’s like a treasure hunt.
You never know what you will find when you open that bag.
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Just listed a few new items in THE SHOP.
Joining:
Love this! I do the same, have been buying up other people’s scraps and broken jewelry for years. It’s the basis of my jewelry business. I’m a bling lover, too, so this is right up my alley!xoKathleen
Cool Kathleen!
So pretty Anne. I have that book too, so much inspiration.
Thank you Betsy!
Very lovely, Anne. I think you did a wonderful job on your necklace. I don’t know why I never thought of doing something like this with the pile of costume jewelry my grandmother left me. It all came in a big vintage jewelry box similar to yours, too.
Thank you Julie!
You did such a great job Anne. You have a great collection.
Cynthia
Thank you Cynthia!
I really like bling and the idea of making your own with vintage jewelry. Does this book tell you how to make the jewelry and supplies needed? Love your blog! Thank you-Karen
Yes it does Karen.I think it is out of print.I was lucky to find it while thrifting.You might be able to search on ebay for a used copy.
I have that very same jewelry box! It’s from my teenage years! I’m gonna dig it out from under the bed and display it. I love your site, and inspirations!
Thank you so much Janice!
Beautiful job on that piece, Anne!
Thank you Lynn!
So pretty, Anne! We had that same jewelry box when we were growing up. I think my sister has it now. Darn!
Thanks Vickie,I could not pass up this vintage pink find!
You go Vintage Girl…love, love, love! Your talent continues….
Vintage xx,
Janet
Thank you so much Janet!