I use wheeled tile nippers to break and shape the pieces that I think would work. I look for a pattern and shape that would look good on a piece of jewellery. Please wear safety goggles when cutting china and ceramic to prevent shards causing damage to your eyes.
by Susan Goode
How to Make a Lovely Pendant Necklace From Old China
2 Materials
$5
1 Hour
Medium
I adore recycling old worn vintage ceramics. I am always looking for ways to breathe new life into tired pieces so as everyone recognises the English blue willow patterned china from table ware I thought I’d use a broken piece to make a unique pendant.
It’s a great way to recycle and add a unique statement piece of social history in your jewellery.
Blue willow pattern china
Choosing the right piece for a pendant
I use a mini hand held rotary sander with a carbide grinding stone to smooth away the rough edges and shape it slightly to balance the look.
Hand held mini sander
Add a bail
Adding a bail to thread a chain on to is easy they come in various sizes and shapes. I Just pinch the little prongs into the pre drilled hole and it’s in place ready to thread the snake chain through.
I chose a 10 inch sterling silver snake chain which I think compliments well the china pendant but you could use any type or length you prefer.
Adding a chain
Pendant from old china
Blue willow pattern pendant
Suggested materials:
- Sterling silver snake chain (Amazon)
- Silver bail (Amazon)
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I can’t wait to try this! I have a box full of Blue Danube China! Bad accident I may be able to turn into something beautiful again....
Wow you will be able to create some amazing recycled jewellery 😁
Love this idea!!