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DIY Upcycled Jewelry Projects

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    1. How to Make Paper Bead Soda Can Earrings
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    Check your recycling bin. Does it possess an aluminum can and scrap paper? If so, try out this awesome DIY project on how to make paper bead soda can earrings!

    How to Make Paper Bead Soda Can Earrings
    with Upcycled Stuff

    Check your recycling bin. Does it possess an aluminum can and scrap paper? If so, try out this awesome DIY project on how to make paper bead soda can earrings!

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    2. How to Make a Tie Cuff Bracelet
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    Thrift stores are full of fabrics and accessories perfect for upcycling! In this lesson, use an old tie and vintage buttons to create a DIY cuff bracelet.

    How to Make a Tie Cuff Bracelet
    with Upcycled Stuff

    Thrift stores are full of fabrics and accessories perfect for upcycling! In this lesson, use an old tie and vintage buttons to create a DIY cuff bracelet.

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    3. Making a Silverware Handle Necklace
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    Have a silverware set from your great-grandma that you treasure? Carry it close to your heart by making a beautiful fork or spoon handle into a necklace.

    Making a Silverware Handle Necklace
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    Have a silverware set from your great-grandma that you treasure? Carry it close to your heart by making a beautiful fork or spoon handle into a necklace.

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    4. DIY Earrings from a Starbucks Cup
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    Learn how to turn your spent Starbucks cups into earrings! This is a great project for moms and daughters; three different styles are demonstrated.

    DIY Earrings from a Starbucks Cup
    with Upcycled Stuff

    Learn how to turn your spent Starbucks cups into earrings! This is a great project for moms and daughters; three different styles are demonstrated.

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    5. How To Make T-Shirt Yarn
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    Want to crochet or knit on a budget? While certain types of yarn can be inexpensive, t-shirt yarn is thick and chunky and basically free! Learn how to make it.

    How To Make T-Shirt Yarn
    with Upcycled Stuff

    Want to crochet or knit on a budget? While certain types of yarn can be inexpensive, t-shirt yarn is thick and chunky and basically free! Learn how to make it.

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    Charla S
    It seemed pretty easy, another idea of girl scouts' projects.
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    Upcycled Stuff
    Let me know how the girls do!
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    bobbie b
    I'm an old crafter who kind of lost interest what a shame I have all the tools,know how to make the paper beads lots of small beads might even have the punch. U may have sparked a new interest 4 me thank you
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    Upcycled Stuff
    Well, I certainly hope you pick it up again!
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    Drexel P
    I did something similar a few years back with Pepsi cans when they were featuring Superman. The aluminum was so thin that I glued the emblem in two layers to make it thicker. I made a necklace for my niece, who was a Superman fan.
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    Upcycled Stuff
    Neat! I love those special edition cans. I had some great Polar Bear jewelry a couple of years back from a special edition can.
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    Debi M
    Thanks for the video! I am fairly new at jewelry making and am fascinated by the soda can idea and making paper beads!
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    Upcycled Stuff
    Glad you liked it Debi.
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    Cheryl L
    Won't the soda can be really sharp once it's cut??
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    Upcycled Stuff
    Hi, Cheryl. It's actually not as sharp as you might think. I wouldn't suggest intentionally running your finger along the edge or you'll end up with something akin to a paper cut. But the aluminum soda cans are nothing like tin...which is sharp, until you file it nicely.
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