Hi Dottie, the 12x 12 sheet as a whole is flimsy, but once cut, these earrings are small so it's not a problem. I didn't have to do anything to reinforce them and they are still going strong.
Thanks! One question, the earrings I want to make have some very thin details (like sun rays). Do you have any recommendations for ensuring they don't warp/snap with the thin veneer? I'd considered doubling-up layers using wood glue, but I know matching up the thin pieces might not be as precise as I'd like, so I'm curious for other suggestions!
I'm not 100% sure the answer to your question. I'm happy to do some testing, I've been wanting to anyway. I have a couple initial ideas that I would try: 1) You could put vinyl or maybe even iron-on on the backside, that would take away the wood look on one side though, so youd definitely want something coordinating. You'd want to put it on before cutting. 2) Two pieces of wood glued together would definitely be a feasible option, I don't know that different wood grain patterns would be super noticeable, I would probably just try to glue pieces cut from the same area of the sheet to make sure the grain is running in the same direction. 3) There is an adhesive called diamond glaze, its in a purple and white squeeze bottle, even it's an adhesive, it can also be used as a hard, clear, glassy outer coating on the earrings while give them shine. That could be a good option too! You can make that layer as thick or thin as you want. :) 4) Mod Podge also has a hard coat you could try: www.hobbylobby.com/Crafts-Hobbies/Basic-Crafts/Glues-Adhesives/Mod-Podge-Hard-Coat/ Hope this is helpful. If you try any of these let me know how it goes! 😃
I don't right now, but it is something that I have considered doing. I've done some custom order for friends and family, but am not opposed to branching out. :)
very well put together tutorial, thank you.
I have done very similar with woodglut designs.
That's awesome!
Great tutorial! Thanks!
This is amazing. I love this. Tfs
Thank you very much! I'm glad you like it. :)
Veneer is very flimsy. How do give them more stability?
Hi Dottie, the 12x 12 sheet as a whole is flimsy, but once cut, these earrings are small so it's not a problem. I didn't have to do anything to reinforce them and they are still going strong.
Thanks! One question, the earrings I want to make have some very thin details (like sun rays). Do you have any recommendations for ensuring they don't warp/snap with the thin veneer? I'd considered doubling-up layers using wood glue, but I know matching up the thin pieces might not be as precise as I'd like, so I'm curious for other suggestions!
I'm not 100% sure the answer to your question. I'm happy to do some testing, I've been wanting to anyway. I have a couple initial ideas that I would try:
1) You could put vinyl or maybe even iron-on on the backside, that would take away the wood look on one side though, so youd definitely want something coordinating. You'd want to put it on before cutting.
2) Two pieces of wood glued together would definitely be a feasible option, I don't know that different wood grain patterns would be super noticeable, I would probably just try to glue pieces cut from the same area of the sheet to make sure the grain is running in the same direction.
3) There is an adhesive called diamond glaze, its in a purple and white squeeze bottle, even it's an adhesive, it can also be used as a hard, clear, glassy outer coating on the earrings while give them shine. That could be a good option too! You can make that layer as thick or thin as you want. :)
4) Mod Podge also has a hard coat you could try: www.hobbylobby.com/Crafts-Hobbies/Basic-Crafts/Glues-Adhesives/Mod-Podge-Hard-Coat/
Hope this is helpful. If you try any of these let me know how it goes! 😃
Do you have an Etsy page?
I don't right now, but it is something that I have considered doing. I've done some custom order for friends and family, but am not opposed to branching out. :)
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I made it with woodglut plans!
Awesome! 😀