How to Make Washer Necklaces | Kids Crafts | DIY Jewelry

Описание: Kids Crafts by Three Sisters turns everyday washers & nail polish into beautiful washer necklaces. These make great gifts for holidays, birthdays, craft shows or kids gatherings.

Before going to the hardware store or local craft store for washers, take a peek inside Dad's tool box. (With his permission, OF COURSE). A variety of sizes is okay, because the washers can be threaded on top of each other and painted in different colors for really cool layered effects.

This craft didn't cost us more than $5. We already had nail polish & washers. All we needed was string. And we picked up ours for about $2 at the local big box store. (You could also use yarn).

And if you like these you might want to see how we turn popsicle sticks into bracelets:
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ITEMS YOU'LL NEED TO CREATE YOUR OWN WASHER NECKLACES:
• Metal washers in any size.
• Nail polish in a variety of colors
• String (We really liked the elastic string because it was easy to get over our heads)
• Beads (Optional)
• Scissors


STEPS TO MAKE NAIL POLISH WASHER NECKLACES:

1) Paint your washers with Nail Polish on one side. There are many techniques to try. You can use a toothpick to create a swirl effect or use the paint brush that came with nail polish. We actually painted our colors right on top of each other without the colors bleeding.

2) Paint the reverse side of the washer. Do it the same pattern or come up with a different design. The possibilities are endless.

3) Cut your string to a desired necklace length, then fold it in half. With the string folded, thread the closed loop through the middle of the washer.

4) Pull the loop open and thread the opposite end of the string over the washer and through the loop. This will create a perfect knot that hugs your washer tight.

5) Thread a bead or beads over the string and tuck down to the washer.

6) With your two loose ends, tie a knot right above the bead so it doesn't move.

7) Tie a knot at the top of loose strings.

8) For additional knot strength, paint the knot at the top of your necklace with clear nail polish. This will prevent the knot from slipping out.

9) WEAR THEM, GIVE THEM AS GIFTS or SELL AT A CRAFT SHOW.

Give them a try and tell us what you think in the comments below!