I felt like making something this past weekend, but wasn't sure what. For inspiration, I hopped onto the diy section of Honestly, WTF and instantly found my project- this woven chain bracelet.
{from project by Honestly, WTF- the bracelet they made}
I didn't have a bracelet to work with but I did have this funky metal chain necklace that I got at a thrift store and have never actually worn. I do like it, but it's a little too much metal for me, I think- it just feels too 80's or something as is. So weaving in some pretty thread seemed the perfect solution for stepping it up to this century a bit!
I chose some bright, summery colors for the thread because it's been so dark & dreary here lately!
Check out the easy tutorial over at Honesty, WTF to give it a try yourself!
And now it's your turn! Did you do any DIYing over the weekend? Or maybe gardening if you're lucky and its sunny where you are? Share your creative tales/links in the comments below if you'd like!
so pretty and funky! i am not convinced i'd be able to make this, but it would be fun to try!
Posted by: wishful nals | Apr 05, 2011 at 09:54 AM
Looks great Jena. I've loved that tutorial from Honestly, WTF for months. But it never entered my head that it could be turned into a necklace as well. Love the colors you chose. Kudos girl. :)
-Brittni
Posted by: brittni | Apr 05, 2011 at 10:05 AM
That is seriously pretty! I like the color selection, the mix of mediums...and admire how neatly you braided it all. Mine would be a mess.
Posted by: Van | Apr 05, 2011 at 10:16 AM
I love this! Your version is gorgeous!
Posted by: Renai @ Are You My Ghost? | Apr 05, 2011 at 11:18 AM
this is beautiful! So cool!!
Posted by: PATTERN OBSERVER | Apr 05, 2011 at 11:18 AM
Cute!
Posted by: Jeanee | Apr 05, 2011 at 11:59 AM
Good gosh - I've fallen madly in love with that blog! Truly fun. Thanks. And the bracelet job is nice! Think I'm loving the necklace more though. Very cool.
Posted by: Lori | Apr 05, 2011 at 12:12 PM
Love it! Can we add this on to our list for summer day camp?;)
I started a lanyard bracelet following Love Maegan's tutorial:
http://www.lovemaegan.com/2011/03/leather-lanyard-bracelet-diy-maeg-it.html
Posted by: Sweet Ronit | Apr 05, 2011 at 12:55 PM
I love it!!! you're so gorgeous! miss you, j! was in your neighborhood the other day and thought---why the H haven't we seen each other since Feb???? Wanna change that??
Posted by: betsy | Apr 05, 2011 at 01:12 PM
Ah, I found this the other day, too! You did a wonderful job, looks great! I haven't done any DIY projects lately, but I have several in the works. I did get some growth on my tomato plants and my herbs which I'm excited about (I don't have a green thumb, more of the dead brown variety).
Posted by: Sarah | Apr 05, 2011 at 01:20 PM
That necklace is so pretty! I might have to try something like it myself.
My husband and I finished up this project last Tuesday:
http://cherylandrey.blogspot.com/2011/03/bench-project.html
Posted by: Cheryl | Apr 05, 2011 at 01:38 PM
These colours look so lovely!
I've had that project on my to do list as well :)
I've had quite a crafty weekend too and the first bits of it are up on my new blog: http://www.hurmur.blogspot.com/
I made this Native American style brooch that I just keep wearing!
Posted by: Evelin | Apr 05, 2011 at 02:31 PM
That is a great project and one that is ripe with possibilities (as I am digging through the silk ribbon and yarn drawer)!
Posted by: Bonnie | Apr 05, 2011 at 04:23 PM
I went through a few prototypes this weekend for some planters to sell in our shop. Everything was going well until my cat decided to uproot all of the succulents when I wasn't looking!
Posted by: a sparkly pony | Apr 05, 2011 at 05:31 PM
That looks amazing! I think I will have to make one for myself. I've never heard of that blog but I'll be sure to check it out. Thanks!
Posted by: Alyssa | Apr 05, 2011 at 05:57 PM
Your necklace came out awesome!
I have been gardening...and my husband has been collecting insects.
I have photo evidence on the blog!
Posted by: Sarah | Apr 05, 2011 at 07:56 PM
I was busy puttering around the yard this weekend. Weeding, pruning, fertilizing, and planting new flowers. I'd bought 4 giant clay pots for our patio in the fall and finally got around to filling them up. Can't wait for all the fertilizer to take affect so I'll have bountiful flowers to enjoy!
Posted by: Emily M | Apr 06, 2011 at 07:05 AM
this is beautiful! So cool
Posted by: Tim | Apr 06, 2011 at 07:37 AM
Ooh--I love it! Nice job, lady!
Posted by: Melissa Crowe | Apr 06, 2011 at 09:17 AM
Awesome awesome awesome! I'm going to try something from that blog--I'm inspired!
Posted by: Brooklyn | Apr 06, 2011 at 11:05 AM
I love it Jena! I also love the painting you did for your friend a couple weeks back. I have been so bad about posting my projects, but I am with you. :)
Posted by: Megan Leone | Apr 06, 2011 at 11:34 AM
Quite snazzy! How come none of my projects turn out this nice?!
Posted by: melinda ke | Apr 06, 2011 at 03:38 PM