Cut Out + Keep

Upcycle Vintage Earrings

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https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/upcycle-vintage-earrings • Posted by ...love Maegan

You will need

Project Budget
Almost Nothing

Time

0 h 10

Difficulty

Nice & Simple
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Description

Instructions

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    First things first... let's remove the earring backs. Using your pliers, bend the clip on metal piece up, and using your wire cutters, snip them off at the base.

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    Now we're left with two gorgeous vintage rhinestone findings... imagine the possibilities!

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    Here's what I came up with... 1. Shoe Clips

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    Simply hot-glue your shoe clips onto the backs of your rhinestone clusters.

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    You can find shoe clip findings on Ebay or Etsy {Ebay is cheaper!}

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    2. Headbands, Headwear, Combs, Barrettes

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    * Simply hot-glue your rhinestones onto an existing headband, ribbon, scarf, or stretchy elastic band. You may also choose to hand-stitch them if you prefer. Easily glue them onto a comb or barrette {or two!} for a pretty updo!

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    3. Bracelets, Cuffs, Bangles

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    * Glue them onto an old bangle or bendable cuff.

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    4. Bags, Clutches * Pump up the volume on a boring {or not so boring} clutch or bag and make it one of a kind!

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    5. Brooches, Pins * Simply hot-glue a pin back to each and Voila! Instant brooches! Pin them onto a scarf, belt, or...

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    * Pin them together on your favorite blouse... off to the side or right on the bow!

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    * Pin one to each of your collar tips!

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    * Pin them onto a cluster of pearls or chain necklaces!

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    6. Just for fun! * Add them to the edges of a mask for a masquerade ball {or a fun night in the bedroom *wink}