The flower pendants that I've been making recently are so popular! They are very charming and quite easy to make. So I've put together a little step by step guide to help you create your own if you wish. My step by step is only a guide so if you want to use different sized pendants, shapes or flowers feel free! Any questions please don't hesitate to ask.
..You will need..
- A Flower Press or large book to press your flowers in -
- Little Flowers for Pressing - Round Cabochon Base Pendent (size 25mm) -
- Little Flowers for Pressing - Round Cabochon Base Pendent (size 25mm) -
- Round Flat Back Clear Crystal Glass Cabochon (again 25mm) -
- Glass Pendent Adhesives or better known as Glamour Dots (25mm) -
- Rolo Chain Necklace 60cm long -
- White or Cream Card Cut into a 25mm Round Back drop -
- Tweezers -
I will leave a list of links at the bottom of the page with the best places to purchase some of the main items.
First you need to find some flowers to press..
Take your pendant out with you so you can get a feel for how big the flower will be in the pendant. Don't forget that the flower will get bigger then it is when its nice and flat! I'm using Forget-me-nots in this guide but you can use any... Also I always pick a few just in case something goes wrong or they break when I'm taking them out of the flower press. I tend to leave my flowers in the press for 2 weeks or more in a warm place if possible.
Take your pendant out with you so you can get a feel for how big the flower will be in the pendant. Don't forget that the flower will get bigger then it is when its nice and flat! I'm using Forget-me-nots in this guide but you can use any... Also I always pick a few just in case something goes wrong or they break when I'm taking them out of the flower press. I tend to leave my flowers in the press for 2 weeks or more in a warm place if possible.
When your flowers are well and truly flat and dry you can get started on making the necklace.
Make sure you have everything within close reach. This is really important when you're working with something this sticky and also delicate.
Make sure you have everything within close reach. This is really important when you're working with something this sticky and also delicate.
Start by gently taking your chosen flower out of the press, I find gently curling the paper makes the flower easier to come out.
I always test the layout of my flower using the round piece of card and a glass Cabochon. Just to make sure it fits and looks good! The stem of the flower is ok to be hanging out the bottom, you can trim this off later.
After checking the flower fits, carefully peel off one of the sticky Glam Dots and stick it to the flat side of the glass Cabochon. It has a non stick back so you can rub it on to make sure its securely on the glass. After its stuck on peel off the protective non stick top.
Carefully pick up your chosen flower and gently place it good side down onto the sticky Glam dot (use tweezers if you wish). Don't worry if the stem of the flower is hanging out.
Next pick up your round piece of card. Line it up and stick it on over the flower.. Give it a good rub! Check the front to see if there are any air bubbles. I tend to use the side of a table to ease them out.
I always test the layout of my flower using the round piece of card and a glass Cabochon. Just to make sure it fits and looks good! The stem of the flower is ok to be hanging out the bottom, you can trim this off later.
After checking the flower fits, carefully peel off one of the sticky Glam Dots and stick it to the flat side of the glass Cabochon. It has a non stick back so you can rub it on to make sure its securely on the glass. After its stuck on peel off the protective non stick top.
Carefully pick up your chosen flower and gently place it good side down onto the sticky Glam dot (use tweezers if you wish). Don't worry if the stem of the flower is hanging out.
Next pick up your round piece of card. Line it up and stick it on over the flower.. Give it a good rub! Check the front to see if there are any air bubbles. I tend to use the side of a table to ease them out.
Now that the flower is stuck in you can simply break off the stem or cut it if needed. Usually it just snaps of easily.
Now that your flower and back drop is done you're ready to stick your glass Cabochon into the pendant!
Simply peel off another Glam Dot and stick it to the back of the glass Cabochon onto the back of the round card. Then line up the glass Cabochon with the pendent and press it in firmly! Once in its never coming out so make sure it's in the perfect position before pressing it down.
I adore making these necklaces and really hope you do too. Good luck :)
x Thanks for reading and I hope you found this useful x
Alee Cat
The Dyslectic Blogger - Alessandra - Thoughts, Designs and Style
The Dyslectic Blogger - Alessandra - Thoughts, Designs and Style
-Links for craft items needed-
Silver Cabochon Base pendant: 25mm Silver Plated Round Cameo Cabochon Base Setting Pendants-20pcs: Amazon.co.uk: Kitchen & Home
Round Flat Back Glass Cabochon: 25mm Round Flat Back Clear Crystal Glass Cabochon High Quality 100pcs/lot: Amazon.co.uk: Kitchen & Home
Glamour Dots: 50 Pack Glass Pendant Adhesive. Easy to Use Strip. Alternative to Glaze for Pendant Trays. Dry Adhesive. Glamour Stickies.
Rolo Chain Necklace: Rolo Chain Necklaces - 50- 24 inch(60cm) 3mm Thick Rolo necklaces
If you only want to purchase one of each item its probably best to go to your local craft shop but I find purchasing things in small bulk of 10s and 20s much cheaper :)
If you only want to purchase one of each item its probably best to go to your local craft shop but I find purchasing things in small bulk of 10s and 20s much cheaper :)
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