by Sophie Okulick
Feb 24, 2011 4:20 PM PST
We're so obsessed with the tactile edginess of industrial jewelry trends that we decided to create an entire DIY post dedicated to replicating some hot hardware styles! These piece are super simple to make and require hardly any work at all.
Tired of boring old beads? Just take a stroll down the plumbing isle and you'll find a whole new assortment of unique designer beads in gold, silver and copper tones! Next time you think about hitting up Tiffany & Co reconsider and head for Home Depot!
Check out what we made with a few jewelry tools and a whole lot of hardware!
Here's what you'll need to make a modern circular necklace:
3 washers (donut shaped metal pieces)
16 inches of chain
3 1/2 ft. metal wire
clasp
jump ring
wire cutter
pliers
Step 1 - Cut your wire into three equal pieces, and start to wrap on end of the wire around through the center of the washer 3 times. Don't clip the end.
Step 2 - Attach another washer by repeating step 1 with the remaining wire still attached. Finish connecting the two by wrapping the wire around the base piece where the wire connects the two washer and clip the end.
Step 3 - Repeat step 1, once more so that all three washers are connected.
Step 4 - Attach the chain by wrapping your third piece of wire around one end of the washer several times then make a loop through your chain twisting it around the base that connects the two pieces. Clip off any excess wire.
Step 5 - Repeat step 4 on the remaining washer
Step 6 - Connect your clasp and jump ring and voila!
Click on the slideshow for more great DIY Hardware Jewelry ideas!
by Ida Hsiang
Feb 17, 2011 3:30 PM PST
Jewelry has taken a turn for the tough with the recent accessories trend of industrial designs. Mixed metals, bolt shaped pieces, studded details and anything that reminds you of something you might find at a construction site is a go!
Industrial chic accessories add edge to simple day wear, while make for unique head-turners when paired with night time apparel. If pave set crystals and rows of rhinestones are just not your style, but you still want the shine, sleek metal is just as eye-catching!
We love the rocker-chic appeal and edginess of rings and cuffs that are inspired by industrial design! Click on the slideshow to see some of our fave picks!
