How To Display Sentimental Jewelry and Buttons as Art
Do you have a box full of old jewelry that you don’t wear but it has sentimental value to you? Many people do. Here is an idea for a fun DIY project and even a great gift to memorialize a loved one! The thrift store often has bags of miscellaneous jewelry for sale as well if you wanted to take this project on that way too!
What you’ll need:
- jewelry, buttons, lace etc.
- frame
- snips (to remove earring backs etc.)
- hot glue
- old wallpaper/cardstock/or fabric (for the background)
With Valentine’s Day next month I chose to do a heart shaped piece, but you could do virtually any shape!
- Trace the shape onto your background- get creative with the material you use! I just printed out a graphic I liked but you could add texture by using wallpaper, fabric or lace!
- Arrange your pieces and take a photo so you remember where things were if they get jumbled while you’re gluing.
- Hot glue to secure. Afterwards, I went through with small pearl and crystal like beads to fill in any gaps.
- Add to frame (you may need an extra piece of cardboard to secure the piece since you won’t have room for the glass) You could also do this in a shadow box!
XOXO ~ Taylor
This is really sweet! Marie kondo had something in her book about using sentimental jewelry in different ways, too. She suggested using a necklace to decorate a hanger or a curtain rod, or putting a brooch in your underwear drawer. Thanks for the inspiration! 🙂