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03/05/2012

Book Page Bracelet

Ok, I confess, I’m a huge fan of The Hunger Games, and can’t wait until the movie comes out.  And after making the book page necklace I showed you yesterday, I think I went a little crazy thinking about all the ways to wear my favorite books. :)

Last Halloween I made a Spiderweb Bracelet, knowing I’d adapt it to another occasion somewhere down the line.  Well, that occasion has arrived!  (And a side note, can I just mention that I have been so proud of myself lately for doing all my crafting out of my stash!)

If you want the full tutorial, hop on over to my original post.  This is a really easy project.  All you need is some sort of chain with bezels/blanks (this one came from Michael’s, and last time I was there, I saw that they still carry them), flat-bottomed glass gems from the floral dept, a heavy-duty permanent adhesive (like E6000), your graphic, and some Mod Podge.

A note: the glass gems you get from the floral department aren’t perfectly round, nor are they perfectly flat on the bottom.  So if this is what you use, expect a few bubbles. 

Personally, that doesn’t bother me at all – it’s my opinion that it adds character, but I know a less-than perfect look isn’t for everyone.  So if you prefer a smooth and bubble-free look, you’ll want to order smooth glass tiles, or try Mod-Podging to the top of something small (what about Scrabble tiles?) and add some dimensional glaze to the top.  You can achieve a similar look with a lot of different mediums!

So who else is a Hunger Games fan?  :)

I link up to these great parties!
~ Adrianne

Filed Under: Jewelry Tagged With: book page crafts, bracelet

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Comments

  1. Karlotta says

    07/21/2013 at 2:45 am

    I saw this bracelet on pinterest and came to this website for finding the instructions. Amazing and beautiful idea!!!
    And I m even happier that I came here because this website is amazing!!!! So many gorgeous ideas, can’t wait to discover them all!!!
    Thanks for sharing your creativity!!!

    Reply
  2. Stephanie says

    05/03/2013 at 8:59 am

    I cannot find the bracelet with the blanks! No luck at Michael’s store, no luck at AC Moore and no luck using Google! Does anybody know where I can get these?

    Reply
  3. daisy liddell says

    11/27/2012 at 1:45 am

    What a beautiful creation! Oh my! This is the cutest book page bracelet ever!

    Reply
  4. Emily says

    06/17/2012 at 4:25 pm

    I love love love this :-D I have featured you on my blog this week: http://emilysummers-designer.blogspot.co.uk/2012/06/diy-saturday-jewellery-edition.html

    Thanks for sharing your fab idea!
    Emily
    emilysummers-designer.blogspot.co.uk

    Reply
  5. Emily says

    06/06/2012 at 12:31 am

    I will try both! Thanks so much for your help! And yes, when I finish up I will stop by on Facebook and share! :)

    Reply
  6. Adrianne at Happy Hour Projects says

    06/06/2012 at 12:23 am

    Awesome! You know, if you don't smooth out the bubbles really well when you Mod-Podge it onto the underside of your glass, you will still have a little “roughness”. You could also smudge it with a little bit of ink if you're careful.

    I'd love to see photos when you're done – feel free to visit the Happy Hour Facebook page and post your photos anytime!

    Reply
  7. Emily says

    06/06/2012 at 12:19 am

    I thought that might be it and since I am not using circles I had to order the square glass which is perfectly clear :(, I wonder if I could find a way to grunge it up- I do like that look much better!

    I am using the Hunger Games books! I am also making the necklace you have in another tutorial with the real or not real quote and I ordered a Mockingjay charm for really cheap to hang on the chain with it!

    Thanks so much for both tutorials I have been searching for something special to give my daughter for her birthday and she is going to LOVE these!!!!!

    Reply
  8. Adrianne at Happy Hour Projects says

    06/06/2012 at 12:04 am

    I didn't do anything special to the paper, the “roughness” is actually the texture of the glass gems on the bottoms. And I did not shrink it down because what I wanted already fit nicely – but you certainly could shrink it to fit in all the main parts you want to say. What book are you using? :)

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  9. Emily says

    06/06/2012 at 12:02 am

    This is great, I am trying it now (only with a bracelet that has square blanks I could not find circles even though I wanted circles). How did you get the paper to look old? Also did you shrink when copying?

    Reply
  10. Random Gal says

    05/17/2012 at 9:50 pm

    Hi, I just wanted to let you know that your beautiful project has been featured on Another Delightful Diversion! I made one of my own and posted it with credit to you. Thank you so much for the idea! All of my family wants one now! :)

    If you want to see the one I made, it's here: http://anotherdelightfuldiversion.blogspot.com/2012/05/crafty-narnian-jewelry-socktopus.html

    Thanks again!

    Reply
  11. WolfIcey says

    05/03/2012 at 1:27 am

    I want it lol it looks awesome

    Reply
  12. Saphyre Rose says

    04/12/2012 at 4:54 am

    I do not like how my scanner/printer reprints the pages. However, at our local landfill, there are different stations for dumping items. Recycling area, paints, oils, etc. One area had stuffed animals and PILES of books. Many of them were missing pages or covers and was really in bad shape. I took home a few pages from a dictionary from 1978 and an old encyclopedia set that was missing chunks of pages, (I also took all of the stuffed animals to wash and fix to donate to the children's hospital here). Then I find out that Bazzill card stock comes in something called Antique Book Papers. These have old books printed on really nice papers, they also have reprinted vintage newspapers. No more trips to the dump for me!

    Reply
  13. Amy Anderson says

    04/07/2012 at 2:18 am

    Very fun bracelet! I love the Hunger Games theme – perfect :D

    Reply
  14. Random Gal says

    03/20/2012 at 1:42 am

    Hi, I just love this idea! I have a question though. I've been looking for a bracelet base similar to this one, and I can't seem to find one anywhere! I even checked the Michaels website! Unfortunately there isn't a Michaels nearby I can go to. (Or any craft store for that matter. LOL – small town ) Do you know of any website where I could order one that would work? Thanks :)

    Reply
  15. Jenny says

    03/15/2012 at 11:52 pm

    Your pretty bracelet is a feature this week!

    http://daysofchalkandchocolate.blogspot.com/2012/03/features.html

    Reply
  16. Kadie says

    03/15/2012 at 3:15 am

    I am now on book 2. I am about half way through and am having a hard time getting anything else done….., but read. I LOVE your bracelet and will be featuring it tomorrow at our party. Whoohoo!

    Reply
  17. Trish - Mom On Timeout says

    03/14/2012 at 3:34 pm

    Big time fan! Just finished the series last week and I can't wait to go see the movie. This bracelet is so cool! You're being featured today at Mom On Timeout – thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  18. The Paper Princess says

    03/12/2012 at 2:49 am

    Dropping by a second time to let you know I am featuring your project on this week's Inspire Me Monday – congrats! Can't wait to see what you're working on this week!

    Create With Joy
    http://create-with-joy.com

    Reply
  19. The Paper Princess says

    03/12/2012 at 12:42 am

    What an awesome bracelet! Thanks for sharing at Inspire Me Monday @ Create With Joy – look forward to seeing this week's creations! :-)

    Create With Joy
    http://create-with-joy.com

    Reply
  20. Deana says

    03/10/2012 at 5:22 pm

    Thanks for linking up @CountryMommaCooks…..have a wonderful weekend:)

    Reply
  21. Megan and Emily says

    03/09/2012 at 4:46 pm

    This is a great idea! I'm always looking for ideas for new jewelry pieces. I haven't read the Hunger Games yet, but it's sitting on my bookshelf waiting for me to pick it up. Now following :)

    Reply
  22. Melanie says

    03/09/2012 at 3:57 pm

    Neat jewelry piece! Thanks for sharing at Things I've Done Thursday! http://www.bearrabbitbear.com

    Reply
  23. Katie Adams says

    03/08/2012 at 2:27 pm

    I love this bracelet and I love even more that it is from The Hunger Games! I would love for you to share with my readers on Blog Stalking Thursday! http://thecraftyblogstalker.blogspot.com/2012/03/blog-stalking-thursday-31_07.html

    Reply
  24. Mindie Hilton says

    03/08/2012 at 4:52 am

    I have not read the book but look forward to the movie. Your bracelet is beautiful.

    Reply
  25. Snoodles says

    03/07/2012 at 6:06 pm

    Just hopped over from the Shady Porch…this is so cool!

    Reply
  26. Ima says

    03/07/2012 at 11:04 am

    Great idea! Would you like to link this at my link party at http://imaziet.blogspot.com ?

    Reply
  27. Kelly says

    03/07/2012 at 12:59 am

    I LOVE Hunger Games. What a net idea for a piece of jewelry!

    Reply
  28. Laura says

    03/06/2012 at 5:36 pm

    LOVE THIS!!! I am going out to buy these supplies today Can't wait to make one of these!! I love anything with book text and I love unique jewelry pieces!!

    Reply
  29. Lisa says

    03/06/2012 at 4:14 pm

    What a cute idea! Thank you so much for sharing at Mix it up Monday and I hope you'll stop back soon :)

    Reply
  30. Our Delightful Home says

    03/06/2012 at 1:33 pm

    This is such a creative idea. I would love for you to stop by and Link up at my Link Party via: http://www.ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com

    PS: I am your newest Linky Follower!
    Mrs. Delightful
    http://www.ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com

    Reply
  31. Mahina Sayin says

    03/06/2012 at 12:34 am

    Love that bracelet! Found you from the Linky Followers blog hop! Hope you can follow me back at http://www.lucasandmahina.com!

    Reply
  32. Terry says

    03/05/2012 at 10:19 pm

    I am late getting on this Hunger Games bandwagon, how embarrassing, lol. Love your bracelet though and using stuff from your stash is so satisfying!!

    Reply
  33. Tabatha says

    03/05/2012 at 6:20 pm

    I like this idea and your book necklace — very nice!

    Reply
  34. Kadie says

    03/05/2012 at 3:59 pm

    This and the necklace turned out so cute!! I just started the Hunger Games and am already IN LOVE!

    Reply
  35. Rhonda Emery says

    03/05/2012 at 3:39 pm

    you did a beautiful job on this love it. wow!

    Reply
  36. MrsFoxsSweets says

    03/05/2012 at 2:53 pm

    This turned out so cool! I love it!

    Reply
  37. Jill says

    03/05/2012 at 1:04 pm

    Love it! Just seeing the glimpse of words in the bracelet take me back to particular parts of the story!! I just finished re-reading them! So excited for the movie! I keep telling my husband that he has to read them but he has yet to do so….

    Jill @ Create.Craft.Love.

    Reply
  38. Carolyn Dube says

    03/05/2012 at 12:42 pm

    Congrats for using your stash. I am a huge supporter of the economy and love to shop more than I care to admit – so when I use up what I have I too feel a sense of accomplishment! This is a great way to wear what you read. My house is eagerly awaiting The Hunger Games too!

    Reply

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