THE BEADING GEM'S JOURNAL

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How to Make Upcycled Computer Key Jewelry Tutorials Posted: 22 Aug 2011 04:00 AM PDT Did you know computer key caps can be removed quite easily?  Well, if you have an old keyboard, then consider upcycling the computer keys. Some of them make great initial jewelry. Catherine over at the Olive Bites Blog has a really easy computer key pendant tutorial.  She used a hardware store washer which require drilling a hole.  I recommend using a metal hole punch if you a bit leery of the drill. Alternatively round discs with pre-drilled holes will also work. Craftbits just drilled holes into the computer keys to make them into earrings!  Her tutorial is worth a visit because she gives tips on how to get the key caps off and prepare them depending on whether it's an older or newer keyboard. No drill?  Use her hot nail method! Also armed with a hot pin is Michelle over at the Mich in LA blog.  Her pendant computer key designs certainly have a feminine touch. Frabjous over on Cut Out and Keep has this  example of a modern name necklace with a geeky look.  These are just some ideas. Let your creative juices flow!   More High Tech Inspirations Geeky Jewelry High Tech Crystal Jewelry Solar Panel Necklace - Renewable Energy Jewelry For more tutorials check out my Jewelry Making Tips Liked what you read? Don't miss a post! Subscribe via RSS OR Via Email* It's FREE! *Click on the link in the confirmation email to activate subscription Be a Fan!

Another Chance to Win a Free Shop for Life! Posted: 21 Aug 2011 03:00 PM PDT Remember the free shop for life giveaway on my blog some time ago?   Well, I think many of you would. It was highly successful.  But  as with such things, many were disappointed. Well, here is another chance to try and win yourself a free shop for life!  Andrew and Kimberly Kitchen are sponsoring a similar giveaway but this time on the Handmade Artist's Shop's blog. Check it out!  And good luck!  It ends on September 4th so there is plenty of time. Before You Go : 4 Easy Ways to Promote Your Online Store 5 Reasons Why Online Jewelry Sales are Slow Sharply Rising Silver Prices and What to Do about It For more tutorials check out my Jewelry Making Tips Liked what you read? Don't miss a post! Subscribe via RSS OR Via Email* It's FREE! *Click on the link in the confirmation email to activate subscription Be a Fan!

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