Gorgeous Vintage Jewelry Ornament

By: Debb Hines for FaveCrafts.com

By: Debb Hines for FaveCrafts.com

"My Mom has so much jewelry that after she passed on I took her pins, earrings, and anything else I thought would work and turned them into a Christmas ornament. After removing all the backs from the earrings and pins off the backs of her pins (leaving the pretty part) I wrapped a Styrofoam ball with ribbon. Then started hot gluing all the items onto the ball. I put a bow on the top and used either a bracelet or a necklace as the hanger. Now Mom is with us each Christmas."

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Estimated CostUnder $10

Time to CompleteIn an evening

MaterialsBeads, Recycled Materials, Styrofoam

Primary TechniqueDIY Craft

Easy

HolidayChristmas

Project TypeMake a Project

Materials List

Jewelry
Styrofoam ball
Ribbon
Hot glue

Instructions

Gather all the pieces of jewelry you want to use....earrings, pins, necklaces, etc.
For clasp earrings, remove all the backs. For pins remove all the backs.
Wrap a Styrofoam ball with ribbon holding at the top and bottom with a straight pin.
Hot glue the jewelry pieces to the ball making sure you leave room at the top for a bow if you want. Cover the pin on the bottom holding the ribbon.
Make and add a bow and hanger to the top with either a pin or glue. I used both to make sure it held. The hanger can be either a bracelet, a necklace or a piece of ribbon.

NotesI had enough jewelry from Mom that I make 15 tree ornaments! I used the same procedure to wrap 3 Styrofoam wreaths and decorated them too! They are all unique and beautiful and remind me of Mom every time I look at them. You can use them for tree ornaments but I hang mine on a peg on a shelf so I can be reminded of her whenever I look at it. It's a good way to keep someone special around after they are gone.

More Crafty Ideas For You

We are always excited to recommend new craft projects for our readers, especially those who enjoy creating Gorgeous Vintage Jewelry Ornaments! If you have a knack for repurposing old jewelry pieces into stunning decorative pieces, we have some delightful project ideas for you.

For those who enjoy crafting vintage jewelry ornaments, we suggest trying your hand at creating a beautiful Jewelry Memory Board. Utilize a corkboard or framed wire grid to display your collection of vintage brooches, earrings, and beads. This project not only showcases your unique jewelry pieces but also allows you to create a functional and eye-catching display for your home.

Another fun project idea for fans of vintage jewelry ornaments is to make a Jewelry Charm Bracelet. Gather your favorite charms and mismatched jewelry pieces to create a one-of-a-kind accessory. This project is perfect for crafters of all skill levels and can be customized to suit any occasion or season. Whether you're making a charm bracelet for yourself or as a thoughtful gift for a friend, this project is sure to impress.

Lastly, we recommend exploring the world of Vintage Jewelry Collage Art. Use your collection of vintage jewelry to create stunning mixed media pieces on canvas or wood. This project allows you to experiment with different textures, colors, and layouts to produce a unique work of art that reflects your personal style and creativity. Vintage jewelry collage art is a great way to preserve and showcase your favorite jewelry pieces in a new and innovative way.