What you'll need:
*You can use any shape/size/color pendant with coordinating glass pieces. Items at Hobby Lobby typically go on sale every other week. I NEVER pay full price for anything at the craft stores. You don't need much glue/glaze for this project, they should last you thru several more projects.
*You can use any shape/size/color pendant with coordinating glass pieces. Items at Hobby Lobby typically go on sale every other week. I NEVER pay full price for anything at the craft stores. You don't need much glue/glaze for this project, they should last you thru several more projects.
- Diamond Glaze (purchased at Walmart for $5.49
- E-6000 Industrial Strength Adhesive (purchased at Hobby Lobby with 40% off for $1.78)
- 1" Clear Circle Glass Pieces 8pk (purchased at Hobby Lobby 50% off $1.99)
- (8) 1" Silver Plated Circle Pendant (purchased at Hobby Lobby 50% off $1.24 each)
- Photos printed on heavy duty paper or cardstock to desired size- make sure ink has dried a min 4 hrs.
- X-Acto Knife
- Rubber Mallet
Step 1:
Add a small amount of Diamond Glaze to back of glass circle. Spread around with tip of dispenser or toothpick. Press gently on photo to remove bubbles and hold for 30 seconds. *Note: do not wiggle it around too much as that will smear photo ink. If you make a mistake (or see bubbles), don't worry - Diamond Glaze is water soluable, you can wash off the glaze and paper from the glass piece and try again. Allow to dry overnight.
Add a small amount of Diamond Glaze to back of glass circle. Spread around with tip of dispenser or toothpick. Press gently on photo to remove bubbles and hold for 30 seconds. *Note: do not wiggle it around too much as that will smear photo ink. If you make a mistake (or see bubbles), don't worry - Diamond Glaze is water soluable, you can wash off the glaze and paper from the glass piece and try again. Allow to dry overnight.
Step 2:
Using X-Acto Knife, cut paper and extra dried glaze from around glass piece.
Using X-Acto Knife, cut paper and extra dried glaze from around glass piece.
Step 3:
Add a small amount of E-6000 adhesive to the inside of pendant (once this dries- it can't be undone) and press glass piece with photo into pendant. If needed, tap (may need a few taps) glass piece into pendant. Remove any extra glue/paper with X-Acto knife that may have pushed out around edges of pendant. Allow to dry 4 hrs.
Add a small amount of E-6000 adhesive to the inside of pendant (once this dries- it can't be undone) and press glass piece with photo into pendant. If needed, tap (may need a few taps) glass piece into pendant. Remove any extra glue/paper with X-Acto knife that may have pushed out around edges of pendant. Allow to dry 4 hrs.
Step 4:
Place pendant on any chain, ribbon, or key ring you choose. *You may need to add a jump ring to fit pendant on some chains. Done! Wrap and give as gift...or keep it for yourself ;)
Place pendant on any chain, ribbon, or key ring you choose. *You may need to add a jump ring to fit pendant on some chains. Done! Wrap and give as gift...or keep it for yourself ;)
Or you can also try other DIY Christmas homemade gift ideas
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