Fused Recycled Plastic Bag Jewelry
plastic bag, jewelry, earrings, bracelet, crochet
Posted by Mellie Boo
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I just love crocheting and recycling.
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You Will Need (9 things)
- Size "N" Crochet Hook Needle
- 2 Plastic Bag(s)
- Iron
- Ironing Board
- 2 Jump Ring(s)
- 2 Fish Hook Earrings
- Scissors
- Acrylic Paint preferrably for plastic or spray paint for plastic
- Clear Gloss Spray Paint
Steps (7 steps, 60 minutes)
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1
I am not going to give directions on how to prepare plastic bags for crocheting.
You can google "how to crochet plastic bags" for those directions) -
2
Earrings and Bracelet
Chain desired length to go around wrist; enough to be able to slip around wrist without using a clasp. Do not join. Fasten off.
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3
With wax paper, wrap around chain and iron to fuse. Just go over about one or two times on both sides.
Do not let iron touch chain.
Wait about a minute to cool. If you move right away, it wil break apart.
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4
Fuse ends together. (use wax paper, do not let iron touch plastic).
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5
Repeat directions for for earrings. Make chain to desired size.
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6
Paint with desired color. Preferably paint or spray paint made especially for plastic. You
can spray with a clear glossy spray paint for finishing. -
7
Add jump ring to circle. Add to fish hook earrings.