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Bring to Light Cherished Moments Captured in Time with This Treasured DIY Design!

DIY Swarovski Crystal Watch Free Design and Instructions

DIY Swarovski Crystal and Pearl Vintage Watch Bracelet Design and Instructions

I love this treasured idea of turning back time and creating a unique watch and sparkling piece of specialized jewelry that has meaning to you every time you look at it! Bring to light cherished moments and memories with a beloved vintage style black-and-white photograph complimented by Swarovski crystals!

Here is what you will need for this precious project and instructions are below:

 Swarovski Crystals and Pearls

Swarovski Crystal 5328 4mm Xilion Bicone Beads 33 pieces of Crystal Iridescent Green 001 IRIG

Swarovski Crystal 5328 4mm Xilion Bicone Beads 33 pieces of Metallic Sunshine 001 METSH

Swarovski Crystal 5810 4mm Pearls 62 pieces of Light Grey Pearls 001 616

Swarovski Crystal 5810 4mm Pearls 31 pieces of White Pearls 001 650

Supplies and Tools

Jewelry elastic cord, transparent, 0.5mm, 2.5m, two part adhesive glue and a watch

Tools

A beading needle and scissors

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STEP 1: Remove the watch strap and the glass on top of the dial. Insert your desired photograph and replace the glass.

STEP 2: Cut 50cm of elastic cord, fold it in half and secure it onto the spring bar of the watch with a double knot. Using a beading needle, insert 31 Swarovski Crystal Pearl art. 5810 4mm Crystal Light Grey Pearl onto the elastic cords, removing one of the cord ends halfway through. (See illustrations for clarification.)

STEP 3: Go through the spring bar at the other end of the watch face with the beaded elastic cord. Insert the cord back through the Swarovski Pearls towards the half way point. Tie a knot as shown in our illustrations with this step.

STEP 4: Put some glue on the knot and thread both the ends of the elastic cord back through three Swarovski Pearls on each side. Cut off the leftover cord ends.

STEP 5: Repeat steps 2–4 four more times to make the other beaded cords for the watch. The second cord from left will be with the 33 Swarovski Bead art. 5000 4mm Crystal Metallic Sunshine. The third cord consists of 31 Swarovski Pearl art. 5810 4mm Crystal White Pearl. The fourth cord consists of 33 Swarovski Bead art. 5000 4mm Crystal Iridescent Green and the last cord will be 31 Swarovski Pearl art. 5810 4mm Crystal Light Grey Pearls.

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This would be a particularly exceptional Mother’s Day or Birthday gift for that special loved one in your life!

I would love to see a picture of your unique watch when you make it!

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Do You Fancy a Love Affair with this Romantic Color?

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(photo compliments of Luxe elegance from Wedsociety.com)

Awe wedding season….such an exciting time for all involved! Who doesn’t love all the sappy romance, dancing, champagne and especially all that scrumptious cake?! Weddings are the perfect occasion to come together for an elegant gathering celebrating the best part of life, love and laughter.

One of this season’s most fashionable colors is pink, specifically Blush Rose which is a soft, elegant and flawless hue for  weddings and jewelry alike. Many Swarovski rosy hues compliment this tone, such as Vintage Rose, Crystal Antique Pink, Light Rose, and Rose Peach. These inspiring ideas will sweep you off your feet and have you daydreaming of a rosy romance.

DIY Swarovski Crystals on wedding invitations

(Vintage Couture Wedding Invitation Swarovski Crystal Smokey Jewel Doily Clutch. Bella Papel)

Save the dates and wedding websites are a fun way to inspire enthusiasm for this special occasion, but what is the first compelling impression guests will have about a wedding? You guessed it, the invitation!

When you create exceptionally lovely wedding invitations, they become a piece of artistic beauty that sheds light on the experience they have to look forward to. So why not let that light truly shine with a little sparkle? This blossoming beauty radiates a soft elegance that is highlighted by applying Swarovski Crystal Flatbacks to the center of the flower – what a beautiful idea!

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I applied the Hot Fix Flatbacks using the Bejeweler Pro Tool to my invitations years ago and it was  extremely easy. You simply arrange the crystals where you would like them, hold the Hot Fix tool on top of the crystals and press down for about 5-10 seconds. That’s it! There’s nothing more gratifying when you can succeed in expressing your unique style, while making a brilliant impression.

Rose blush rose and gold wedding color inspirations

(Rose, Blush and Gold Color Inspiration compliments of Greenvillablogspot.com)

Rose and Gold are a match made in heaven! Their exquisite beauty compliment each other and go hand in hand, just like a loving marriage!

Blush Rose Bridesmaids dresses

(Top 10 Colors for Spring/Summer Bridesmaids Dresses 2015 from Tulle and Chantilly)

Simply stunning!! I love how delicate and whimsical this shade is and compliments cream and peachy bouquets effortlessly!

Swarovski 5601 Cube Beads Rose Peach Bridesmaids Earrings

(Playful Swarovski Swinging Cube Earrings made by Majestic Wire Art Works)

Gorgeous Swarovski Crystal jewelry compliments this graceful hue. These 5601 Cube earrings in Rose Peach are a beautiful bridesmaids gift.

Crystal rose gold wedding sash

(Swarovski Crystal Wedding Sash made by the Crystal Rose)

Stunning Swarovski Crystal Rose Gold wedding sash is the ultimate accessory for a wedding gown. Create a dramatic statement using various styles of Swarosvski Fancy Stones.

Rose Gold Swarovski Pearls and crystal wedding bracelet

(Swarovski Pearl and Rhinestone Bracelet handmade by AMIdesigns on Etsy)

Create a timeless look with this divine bracelet featuring Rose Gold Swarovski 5810 Pearls, Silver Rhinestone Rondelles and Pave Balls.

Swarovski 5741 Blush Rose Heart Bead Rainbows of Light

Cheers to Love, Laughter and Happiness Ever After!!

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Outshine Your Competition When Giving or Marketing Jewelry With This Essential Secret

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(Swarovski Baroque Bermuda Blue Jewelry Set by MartakyArt on ArtFire)

Let’s face it, the incomparable brilliance and majestic beauty of Swarovski Crystals speak for themselves. Any jewelry designer and admirer can distinguish the unsurpassed superiority that Swarovski has been known for in their 120 years of experience.

People who use Swarovski Crystals in their designs, understand the value of a quality product, so as gift givers and business owners, if you are going the extra mile to create gorgeous jewelry that will be worn and loved for years to come…shouldn’t the gift box reflect that same exceptional beauty?

I emphatically say, YES it should! You should too and here’s why….

Wrapped box

Normally we give gifts in a wrapped box with a bow on top. There’s nothing wrong with this, it’s a perfectly nice way to give a gift.

But if you want to outshine your competition, or want to really make a lasting impression that has an extra special touch of glamour, the box in and of itself becomes a piece of artwork. It shows that you have spent time and effort creating an exceptional piece of jewelry and the presentation is equally stunning!

Here are some beautiful ideas to inspire your creativity.

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(Sea Shell Presentation for Pearl Necklace from Beach Wedding Tips)

I absolutely fell in Loooove with this, it’s is one of my favorite ideas for displaying and presenting pearl jewelry! It’s so elegant and is definitely a one of a kind, keep sake item for that special someone.

Personalized Gift or keep sake box

(Personalized Keep-Sake Box made by MyBoks on Etsy)

My grandmother gave me a treasured little book years ago, which I imagine you’re all familiar with called “How to Win Friends and Influence People.” It’s a real gem and a great piece of insight explains that a person’s name, is to that person, the sweetest and most important sound in any language.

That’s powerful! It’s no wonder why it’s incredibly popular to personalize everything these days, from jewelry to license plates and what better way to add a customized quality to your gifts than engraving their name right on the box! People love to feel special and this is a perfect way to make people feel warm and fuzzy!

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(DIY Love Gift Box Free Design and Instructions from Swarovski Create Your Style)

Create a gift box that simply oooozes Love with sparkling Swarovski Crystal Pearls, Beads and Pendants such as these lovely Siam Hearts. Have fun inventing different designs tailored to each occasion.

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(Box Treasures DIY Free Design and Instructions from Swarovski’s Create Your Style)

Let your creativity stick! Embellishing gift boxes with Swarovski Flatbacks using the Crystal Katana is a captivating and impressive way to create that instant wow factor. The receiver of this gift is sure to light up immediately and think… if what’s inside is even half as stunning as the box, I love it already!

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The age old saying “it’s better to give than it is to receive” is absolutely true. You and your customer or special someone, are going to feel great no matter how you present your jewelry gift and if you add a little extra sparkling detail or personal touch, it is sure to be memorable.

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Sparkling St. Patrick’s Day Jewelry Inspirations!

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St. Patricks Day holds a special place in my heart…it’s the day that Mike proposed! Yep that’s right, at the top of Greyback Mountain in Sedona, AZ down on one knee holding more than a “sham-rock” just 10 short years ago, the love of my life popped the question! What sweet memories that day holds for me.

Blarney Stone

Here’s a fun picture of me in Ireland kissing the Blarney Stone.

I love creating a new piece of Irish inspired jewelry to wear on St. Paddy’s Day. It’s a fun day full of festivities and great times with friends. Here are a few pieces to inspire your creativity.

Swarovski Crystal St. Patricks Day Jewelry

(Swarovski Crystal Bracelet Handmade by HappyEverythingElse on Etsy.)

Swarovski Crystal Bicone Beaded bracelet in Erinite and Pacific Opal created into cute a shamrocks.

Swarovski Crystal St. Patricks Day Jewelry Clover Earrings

(Swarovski Crystal St. Patrick’s Day Clover Earrings Handmade by jemsjewelry on Etsy.)

Sweet and simple, the 5752 Clover Beads cheerfully dangle below a Peridot Bicone Bead for a cute pair of Irish inspired earrings.

Swarovski Crystal St. Patricks Day Bracelet

(St. Patrick’s Day Charm Bracelet Handmade by whimsydaisydesigns on Etsy.)

This Swarovski Crystal lucky charm bracelet would be a fun and festive piece to wear. Showcasing a variety of Bicone Beads in Peridot and Fern Green along with the 5742 Clover Beads ~ may the luck of the Irish smile on ya 😉

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(Swarovski Crystal BeCharmed Beads Created into a Bracelet)

The sparkling Swarovski 80101 BeCharmed Beads in Peridot shines bright and can be easily made into necklaces, bracelets or earrings.

Swarovski Crystal 5621 Twist Bead Bracelet in Peridot

(Swarovski Twist Bracelet Handmade by DelaneyJeanJewelry on Etsy.)

This sweet and simple Swarovski bracelet is created using the 5621 Peridot Twist Bead and Crystal AB Xilion Bicone Beads.

Swarovski Crystal St. Patricks Day Bracelet Cubes

(Colorful St. Patrick’s Day Bracelet Handmade by Tracey’s Custom Designs on Etsy.)

This green and white bracelet features a variety of beautiful Swarovski Beads including the 5601 Cube Beads, Rhondelle Beads, Rhinestone Rondelles and Pave Ball Beads.

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Have fun and sparkle bright this St. Paddy’s Day!

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Effortless Chic ~ Dainty Layered Necklace Trend Inspiration

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(Spring Photo Compliments of You Tube Spring Relaxation Music)

How exciting  ~ the first signs of Spring have finally sprung here in Colorado! Tiny little apple and cherry buds have just started to emerge and begun basking in the soft spring sunshine. I recently indulged in the most wonderful weekend of making jewelry outside and soaking up the sunshine on my pale face….. it was pure heaven!

The renewal of natures’ beauty renovates my creativity and I crave to make new sparkling beauties for the warmer days to come. To help renew your creativity, I’m exploring beautiful ways to wear the very popular jewelry trend for 2015 ~ The Dainty Layered Necklace Look!

Dainty layered crystal necklaces

(Layered Crystal Necklaces Photo Compliments of POLYVORE – the Nordstrom Collection)

 Effortless chic ~Dainty layers of different necklaces with soft feminine sparkling touches are a very popular jewelry trend for 2015. This gracefully sweet style is created by layering simple chains with small crystal pendants or beads in a gentle and elegant way.

Swarovski Sew On Stone Necklaces Layered - Jewelry Trend 2015

(Picture Compliments of the Miss Kris Blog)

These sparkling layered necklaces feature the Swarovski 3255 Baguette Sew-On Stones in different colors and are a brilliant way to ware this stylish trend.

Swarovski Crystal and pearl layered necklaces

(Crystal and Pearl Layered Necklace Compliments of Silpada)

Having fun and getting creative with this trend is what being artistic is all about! I love the idea of mixing all kinds of various elements together. The combination of different sizes with atypical shapes of pearls, crystals and chains, catch the eye in all kinds of ways. The unique off-center style of the Galactic Crystals dance about and draw you in, while the tiny 5040 Rondelles softly accentuate the natural pearls that hang with a graceful fluidity.

Swarovski Crystal and Pearl layered necklaces 2015 jewelry trends

(Swarovski Crystal and Pearl Multi-stranded Necklace handmade by Crystal Avenues on Etsy)

This light and airy layered necklace is subtly sweet with tiny tiers of Bicone Crystals and Cream Pearls. It’s a lovely bridal accessory for a simple yet stylish look.

Layered necklace delicate jewelry trend

(Layered Necklaces from Wearelse.com)

Delicate chains accentuate crystal pendants beautifully with a graduation of sizes and a focal crystal at the bottom grounds this whimsical look.

Jewelry a work of art