If you are looking for cute, then Swarovski’s line of “Cutie Cutes” pendant charms are just what you need. Lovable and whimsical, Cutie Cutes are a playful family of character charms. The assortment features pieces inspired by Japan’s Kawaii style, such as Bubbly Bunny, Kitty Kat, Carly Carrot, Perky Penguin, and Uni Unicorn. Available with a durable top loop, Cutie Cutes are quick and simple to attach to almost anything including Rings & Things beadable bookmarks.
You will need these supplies:
- 1 each Swarovski Cutie Cutes Pendant (I used item #46-991-007)
- 1 each Beadable Bookmark (I used item #55-403-3)
- 1 each Swarovski Rhinestone Wheel (I used item #05-705-1-01)
- 2 each Silver-Plated Beads (I used item #26-464-3)
- 1 each Eye Pin (I used item #37-722-3)
Swarovski Cutie Cutes Pendants
“Cutie Cutes” are a fun addition to Swarovski’s line of products, and definitely add whimsy to their Swarovski Innovations Spring/Summer 2021 launch.
You will need these tools:
- #69-271-08 EURO TOOL Glitter, Flat-Nose Jewelry Pliers
- #69-271-03 EURO TOOL Glitter, Chain-Nose Jewelry Pliers
- #69-055 The BeadSmith Jewelry Pliers, Original 1-Step Looper, 1.5mm
Tool Spotlight
The 1-Step Looper trims and loops head and eye pins in one easy motion. Available in three different loop-forming-pliers sizes: 1.50mm, 2.25mm, and 3.00mm (inner diameter). Use dead-soft or half-hard precious metal wire, craft wire, and copper or brass core wire. Bends and trims wire between 18 and 24 gauge.
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Follow these step-by-step instructions to make your “Cutie Cutes” bookmark:
Arrange your pieces in order of assembly: Uni Unicorn pendant, 2″ standard head pin, 4mm plated bead, 5mm rhinestone wheel bead, 4mm plated bead, and beadable bookmark.
Twist open the eye-pin loop, attach it to the top loop of the Cutie Cutes charm, and then twist the loop closed.
String the beads onto the eye pin in this order: round silver-plated bead, rhinestone wheel bead, and round silver-plated bead.
Follow the directions that come with the 1-Step Looper to form a loop on the eye pin just beyond the beads. Slide the head pin into the pliers, and insert the excess wire through the hole in the pliers upper jaw.
Gently squeeze the pliers to instantly trim and shape the wire loop.
Twist open the newly formed eye pin loop and attach it to the hole in the book mark.
Twist the loop securely closed.
“Always Be Yourself” Bookmark by Rings & Things designer Mollie Valente.
Bookmark in use; a stylish page keeper!
CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS!
Make things,
Mollie
2 Comments
I love copper…what can I useto keep the copper shiny…rather than letting it become dull?
Hi Margie,
There are a variety of sealants you can use. Paint-on styles are inexpensive and shippable, so are a good choice if you only need to seal a few items. A good brush will help you prevent visible brush strokes (and leaving stray brush hairs in the sealant). Careful application of spray lacquers generally give the best results (just follow the directions on the spray can). Nikolas Clear Spray Lacquer highly recommended by many top jewelers, but it is rather pricy and requires UPS Ground shipping, which can also get expensive. Personally, I like Renaissance Micro-Crystalline Wax Polish for both cleaning and sealing, but it’s tricky, and you need to re-apply it periodically, so it’s best for jewelry-makers who like to encourage their customers to come visit them annually for a refresher coating & checkup.
Here are the sealants that we carry – if you click into the product details, there is more info about each one: https://www.rings-things.com/Products/Sealants-and-Glazes/
–Polly