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Home / Craft Projects / Beads/Jewelry Projects / Faux-Dichroic Glass Pendants (Recycle Craft)

Faux-Dichroic Glass Pendants (Recycle Craft)

July 3, 2013

 

Make faux dichroic glass pendants from beach glass and other recycled materials!

Today I have a fun recycle craft for you- Faux Dichroic Glass Pendants. I love the look of fused glass but don’t have the time, tools or inclination! So I came up with this great way to reuse beach glass (or tumbled glass shards) and….wait for it….basket cellophane!

Before I get to the tute, let me show you how they look worked up into finished jewelry.

Faux Dichroic Glass Pendant Tutorial from CraftTestDummies.com

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Faux Dichroic Glass Pendant Tutorial from CraftTestDummies.com

It’s pretty simple. Here’s what you need:

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  • Mod Podge Dimensional Magic  -it’s what I used, albeit in the old packaging. (or Glossy Accents) 
  • Beach Glass that you’ve collected or Tumbled Glass from the floral supply section. I got some at the Dollar store!
  • Good fine scissors for small snips- I like these Westcott Scissors
  • Leftover basket wrap (iridescent cellophane) like you use on Easter baskets

You cal also use bits of holographic gift wrap (the shiny plastic kind) and even stickers like Magenta Peel-offs or Dazzles!

Faux Dichroic Glass Pendant Tutorial from CraftTestDummies.com

The first thing you do is coat your piece of glass with a thin layer of MPDM- just a dot will do. Spread it around with your finger. Cut some small bits of cello to fit on top.

Faux Dichroic Glass Pendant Tutorial from CraftTestDummies.com

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Tap the cellophane onto the tacky glass. Make sure it sticks without any bubbles. Use a pin to pop them or position the cellophane.  Let it dry.

Faux Dichroic Glass Pendant Tutorial from CraftTestDummies.com

 

Then cut smaller bits- stripes or random shapes- and repeat the process. (Thin layers of MPDM work best and dry quickly.)

When you are satisfied, finish with a thicker coat of MPDM for a glossy, glass-like finish!

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Remember that it goes on cloudy, but dries crystal-clear!  And when it does, you’ll see all of those amazing, reflective layers!

Faux Dichroic Glass Pendant Tutorial from CraftTestDummies.com

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This one only has 3 layers- and you can still see the texture of the cellophane wrap through the finish. I *love* the dimensionality!

(Yeah, I know dimensionality is a made-up word. But I like it.)

To finish off your pendants, you can wire wrap them or just glue on a fold-over or ankara-style bail and add your favorite chain or cording!

Faux Dichroic Glass Pendant Tutorial from CraftTestDummies.com

Glue-on fold-over bail.

I gotta tell you, these are really fun and kind of addicting to make. It’s easy to work in a series and make a set of 4 or 5 at a time.

Faux Dichroic Glass Pendant Tutorial from CraftTestDummies.com

Plus you are saving trash from going into a landfill! I have a whole box of shiny bits just waiting to be used up.

I’d love to hear your thoughts or comments on this project- drop me a line! ; )

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Posted in Beads/Jewelry Projects, Craft Projects, Recycled & Green | 24 Comments

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  1. Brenda B. says

    July 3, 2013 at 10:07

    You’re BRILLIANT!

  2. Pat M says

    July 3, 2013 at 14:39

    Spent a small fortune making dichroic glass pendants, loved it, but some glass slipped in firing leading to disappointment. These look wild! Can’t wait to share them at the RV Park! Cheap and beautiful.

  3. Janet says

    July 3, 2013 at 18:45

    Pinning this one! Super awesome! ~God bless~

  4. Diana Ramsey says

    July 4, 2013 at 02:11

    Did anyone ever tell you that you are a genius??
    I have quite a few pieces of sea glass, iridescent cellophane, gold leaf, Glossy Accents and other odds and ends that would look lovely in this project.
    Diana

  5. Patricia says

    July 26, 2013 at 08:24

    I really like this idea as something to do with my life skills kids at school.
    However, I can’t seem to find a cheap source of the sea glass that you are referring to.
    Our dollar stores and Michaels only seem to have those glass round gems.
    This email is from Canada – any thoughts?

  6. Jenny says

    August 1, 2013 at 11:41

    Here’s what I did: http://lmgtfy.com/?q=sea+glass+bulk

  7. Divya N says

    August 3, 2013 at 09:49

    this is so great…imagine all the cabs and pendants we could make like this 🙂

  8. Laurie Hunt says

    August 4, 2013 at 12:43

    I love this idea and almost missed it! But I was saved when I saw it on the CraftGossip Newsletter. I can’t wait to give it a try and maybe I will have some fantastic inexpensive gifts!

  9. Stephanie T. says

    August 6, 2013 at 01:08

    These are amazing! The perfect thing to teach the students from Teri. i volunteer at Charity Wings Art Center in San Marcos, CA and we give classes free of charge to the recipients of charitable organizations. I will soon begin a series of classes for students from Teri, an organizations that fills the days with interesting and educational activities for disabled and developmentally delayed adults. May I have your permission to use your instructions for this purpose?

  10. Jenny says

    August 6, 2013 at 16:37

    Stephanie- first of all, thank you for asking! Since you are NOT charging for the classes (and not making pieces to sell) you absolutely my use this technique at the Charity Wings with my blessing. Did you know that at one time I was an activities director at a home for developmentally disabled men? : )

  11. nancy says

    August 12, 2013 at 09:49

    Love this! Tha

  12. nancy says

    August 12, 2013 at 09:50

    Love this!Thanks so much. This will go great with Kumihimo braid.

  13. Dianne says

    August 13, 2013 at 07:11

    Just saw your instructions for the faux-dichroic glass pendants…and just have to tell you how beautiful your pieces are! I am a newbie at jewelry-making, and have been looking for elegant, yet easy, pieces to make……and this is just perfect! You are obviously a truly talented person, and I thank you for sharing this project with us!

  14. Jenny says

    August 13, 2013 at 09:43

    Thank you SO much Dianne! Your kind comment really made my day. : )

  15. Ninfa DePalma says

    December 8, 2013 at 11:00

    Thank you for the tutu!!! I was just at a Christmas fair and a vendor was selling all sorts of jewelery made of Dichroic glass, I loved it but they were too expensive for my budget. Now I will be able to make my favorite pieces with the real sea glass that I snagged at a Thrift Shop for 50 cents for a shoe box filled with it they had 2 boxes and I purchased both of them for my crafting stash! Once more Thank you you may of just helped conceive the birth of a new crafting line for me!!!

  16. Pearl says

    February 1, 2015 at 21:15

    This is totally awesome especially for those who do not have kilns!

  17. Ginger says

    June 22, 2015 at 13:48

    What an awesome idea! So pretty!

  18. Stephanie Smith says

    June 23, 2015 at 09:43

    That’s so cute! What a great idea. I’ve been wanting to find a project like this to make with my niece, she would love it. She’s all about pretty rocks, and I’m sure she would be really excited to make some of her own that she can wear. I love dichroic glass and similar stuff. Thanks for sharing 🙂

  19. Ina Fishman says

    August 27, 2015 at 15:22

    I love dichroic glass, cannot buy or make it. I am looking forward to making these designs to which you have introduced me.

  20. Kellie says

    September 3, 2015 at 00:52

    This is amazing! I love dichroic glass, but I hate the price tag. I’ll be making my own faux pieces very soon!

  21. Brenda Ness says

    July 27, 2016 at 18:05

    I worked in a stained glass shop for a number of years. I can’t begin to tell what an awesome idea! Dichroic glass is “very” expensive. Example I spit a “small” box of dichroic with the shop owner. The 2×3″ pieces cost me $100 with employee discount. Fusible glass is expensive and you have to combine glass that is compatible. Let’s not forget get possible class fees or firing fees if you don’t have a kiln. I am very anxious to try this. I have fun making glass pendants. I will share this idea with friends. Crafting with our people is very rewarding.

  22. Brenda Ness says

    July 27, 2016 at 18:23

    I worked in a stained glass shop for a number of years. Any one that’s looked into making dichroic pendants may understand the costs involved. I think this idea is awesome! If I had the supplies, that’s what I would be doing tonight.

  23. Brenda Ness says

    July 27, 2016 at 18:34

    Sorry. I have been known to repeat myself. Just ask prior students. But that’s what happens when I get excited!

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