Decoupaged Lids

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Decoupaged Lids Tutorial!

Recently I made a project that used recycled (actually saved-from-the-recycling) plastic jugs. I didn't need the caps at the time but I kept them because I love circles and I thought I'd figure out something to do with them--and I did. I actually figured out three things to do with them: a magnet, a necklace or a pair of earrings! So grab some caps and choose whether you want to wear them or display them on your fridge!

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  1. Step 1

    Step 1

    Apply a thin layer of decoupage medium to the cap with a brush. Press the paper or fabric firmly to attach.

  2. Step 2

    Step 2

    Trim carefully around edges if needed.


  3. Step 3

    Step 3

    Apply another thin layer to the top of the cap being sure to seal around the edges.

  4. Step 4

    Step 4

    Let dry and either apply a second layer of decoupage medium or a layer of varnish.


  5. Step 5

    Step 5

    Let dry overnight.

  6. Step 6

    Step 6

    Glue on the magnet or:

  7. Step 7

    Step 7

    Cut a length of cord and attach the end caps with loops and the clasp.

  8. Step 8

    Step 8

    Attach the large jump ring to the cap.

  9. Step 9

    Step 9

    (use an awl or a push pin to make a hole in the top of the cap) String cord through ring and:

  10. Step 10

    Step 10

    Voila!!!

  11. Step 11

    Step 11

    For earrings simply attach the ear wires to the caps or attach a jump ring to the caps and the ear wires to the jump ring!

    Put on, feel fabulous and enjoy their near-weightlessness!!!!!

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Rae Rae The Jet Plane

Rae Rae The Jet Plane

September 13th, 2008 23:28

Great idea!

Cat

Cat

October 15th, 2008 18:37

amazing! I work at a coffee shop and we throw away sooo many milk caps, I'll definitely start collecting them to try this! Great recycling tip! : )