How to Make a Necklace Out of a Quartz Crystal
Making your own jewelry is a fun, inexpensive way to create one-of-a-kind pieces. Making a necklace out of a quartz crystal stone involves serious work with a drill, but it will leave you with a pretty finished product. Quartz crystal is especially great for handmade jewelry because you can create completely different looks using natural or polished stones. Quartz crystals in their natural state have a rough look to them, while polished quartz stones look more classic. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Quartz crystal stone
- Gold/silver/leather chain
- Drill bit
- Drill press
- Goggles
Instructions
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Making the Necklace
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Place the quartz stone underneath the drill bit so the bit is perpendicular to the spot you've chosen.
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Use goggles to protect your eyes from any debris that may result from drilling.
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Make sure the drill bit enters the stone perpendicularly. If the drill bit enters the stone from a different angle, it can cause cracking around the entry point. If you're not sure if can drill the hole properly, take the quartz stone to a jeweler, who can drill the hole for you.
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Once you've drilled the hole, loop a gold, silver or leather chain through the hole you've made. You're done!
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Tips & Warnings
Using a drill can be dangerous. If you're not sure how to use one properly, take your quartz crystal to a jeweler.
