Washer Necklaces

Make these Scrapbook Covered Washer Necklaces for yourself or gifts for others.

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I’ve seen these around so I’m sure many of you already know how to make them. I discovered the easiest and prettiest way to make these Washer Necklaces so I wanted to share the process with you. They’re super easy, inexpensive and you can make several to go with every outfit you own. Just choose different scrapbook paper for variety. I’ve taught many people how to make them and it’s always been a lot of fun.

Supplies needed:

Washers (1″ and 1 1/4″)
Mod Podge
Paint brush
Scrapbook paper
Pencil
Scissors
Sandpaper
Wood beads
Hemp
Gloss Glaze

Choose the paper you want for your necklace (I make a variety at one time). Trace the outline of the washer on the scrapbook paper where you want it then cut it out. It’s okay if it doesn’t fit perfectly, you’ll take care of that later. Just make sure all of the front of the washer is covered by the paper. It’s better to have too much than not enough. Mod Podge the paper onto the front of the washer (I just leave the back of the washer natural). If you want you can cover the back of the washer but it isn’t necessary. Press down and smooth the paper to make sure it’s really sticking good to the outside and middle of the washer. Let it sit for about 10 minutes.

Use medium grit sandpaper to sand around the outside of the washer and around the hole in the middle. To sand the middle, take a small piece of sandpaper and roll it up, insert it in the hole and twist it back and forth to take off the excess paper. Be careful because you are sanding paper, but on thick paper you will have to sand harder. It smooths it out really nicely and makes the paper a perfect fit.

Once it’s the way you like it, apply the gloss glaze to the top. I love this stuff, but it smells really strong so use it in a well ventilated place. When you apply the gloss glaze make sure it creates a dome over the top of the washer because it will shrink a little as it dries. It leaves a beautiful glossy finish.

Let the necklaces set for 24 hours before you add the cord, leather or hemp for the necklace. To make the necklace, cut your cord to desired length. Mine were cut to about 24″. Fold in half. Insert through hole and bring it back through its self to hold onto the washer. Add a bead or two to the top of the washer.

To make the clasp in the back. Thread a round bead to one end and tie it on. You can add a drop of super glue or nail polish if you’re worried about it coming undone. Make a loop in the other end big enough for the bead to pass through and tie it in a knot. That’s it! You’re done and you have a beautiful and unique necklace for about 20 cents!

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