DIY Gretchen Jones Necklace

A couple of months ago, while visiting New York, we met the lovely Gretchen Jones and were fortunate enough to spend an entire day crafting in her über charming Brooklyn apartment. Not only is she amazingly talented and fascinatingly storied, Gretchen is one of the most humorous and genuine people we’ve gotten to know.

After raiding a local hardware store for supplies and hardware, we spread out over her workspace, and whipped up several pieces of jewelry while sharing anecdotes. One of our favorite pieces was a necklace inspired by the honeycomb Universe necklace from Gretchen’s collection. With some brass rings, neon cording and a clever trick courtesy of Ms. Jones, this bold statement necklace is a cinch to DIY! (PS scroll down for the giveaway details!)

 

You’ll need:

Start by laying out a pattern. Even though we ultimately changed the pattern, it’s a good idea to take a photo for reference. 

Line up two brass rings. Cut a 12 inch piece of cord and connect the two rings by wrapping around them 4-5 times.

Pull tightly and tie into a double knot. Trim the ends.

Now for the crafty trick  – take a lighter and burn the tips of the knot until the nylon starts to melt. Then immediately press the bottom of the lighter against the melted tips onto the backside of the wrapped cord, sealing the knot.

The first section is complete. Align another ring and repeat the process.

Continue to add more rings, wrapping each connecting section . . .

When the pendant of the necklace is finished, cut two 40″ pieces of cord. Fold a piece in half, pull the center loop through top of the upper right ring, fold it over the ring, and pull the rest of the cord through the loop.

Repeat the step on the opposite side.

Your necklace is finished! Feel free to experiment with fewer or different sized rings.
Adjust the necklace to your desired length and tie the cords into a double knot.
And now for the GIVEAWAY details: thanks to Gretchen, we’re giving away a pair of her squash blossom earrings! Simply leave a comment, if you’re on Twitter follow Gretchen_Jones and swoon over her weekly accessory snapshots, and a winner will be selected at random on Friday, January 27th. (Sorry, limited to US & Canada residents only. Winner will be announced and contacted by email. Good luck! xx) *** Contest is now closed. Congratulations to Julia T of Denver, Colorado!!

(all images by HonestlyWTF, Gretchen Jones Dawn Earrings $297)

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  1. Natalie Bristol wrote:

    This is such a good idea!! Love the neon. And I LOVE those earrings!! I would so love to win them! Thanks for an awesome giveaway… I love the DIY posts!

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  2. jenn a.f. wrote:

    really unique earrings, I absolutely love them!

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  3. Rina karon wrote:

    Loooove the necklace! Gonna try to make my own this weekend…and the earings are so cute!

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  4. k wrote:

    Wow, this DIY is amazing!! and the picktures are as always so great!!!

    Love K

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  5. Carole wrote:

    I have been doing so many DIY thanks to u!!!!’
    Thanks a lot. This necklace is another one I want to do.:)

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  6. yes please! Love Gretchen’s line

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  7. Madeline wrote:

    So fun!! Follow Gretchen on Twitter. Love her jewelry!

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  8. Dayna wrote:

    Omg! Thank you so much for all the giveaways! These are SO BEAUTIFUL! I am not a traditional hoops fan, but I LOVE these!

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  9. Lucy Parsons wrote:

    WANTWANTWANTWANTWANT

    LOVELOVELOVELOVELOVELOVE

    GRETCHENNNNNNN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  10. You seriously always have the most amazing DIYs. I’m definitely doing this the end product is gorgeous.

    Collections

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  11. Olivia wrote:

    I followed on Twitter! @snuggiebunnies
    This jewelry is amazing!!!! awesome DIY! great detailed instruction too- love it

    xox Olivia
    iwanttheseshoes.blogspot.com

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  12. erica wrote:

    i follow her on twitter! i simply just love her!
    xoxo
    Erica

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  13. Claudia wrote:

    Oh I love that DIY!
    The Gretchen Jones Universe Necklace is also wonderful! I follow her on twitter now, too. @rara_avis

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  14. Julie C. wrote:

    The necklace is such an amazing statement. It would also be cool if each brass ring was attached with a different color cord. The earrings are simply gorgeous!

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  15. Elyse G. wrote:

    love love love the earrings!
    @elyseindc

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  16. EmerJa wrote:

    Love it!! Your blog always inspires me:)
    I love DIYs and I usually do a lot.

    http://www.emerjadesign.com

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  17. Would love to have those earrings on RIGHT now! They’re just what my outfit needs 🙂

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  18. Jessica wrote:

    Love this!!

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  19. Ella wrote:

    Love Gretchen Jones! Followed her since the beginning and have been smitten with her design aesthetic ever since. Meeting her at Mood was the icing on the cake. Beautiful designs – love love love this as well as the earrings.

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  20. Kimberly M wrote:

    Beautiful earrings! Thanks for the contest! ~ @kimmis

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  21. anne wrote:

    ahhhhh i’m so bummed that this comp is not for AUS residents. I would have loved the earrings.
    http://annesanchorage.blogspot.com/

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  22. Courtney P wrote:

    Great giveaway, those earrings are beautiful! Following from @ceperk on twitter!

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  23. melita wrote:

    Love the blog and love those earrings. Perfectly pretty.
    @melitzis

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  24. Nikki wrote:

    Sounds like you had a very cool opportunity and this is an extremely fitting DIY to accompany it. I look forward to putting my own little twist on this uber-cool necklace. Thanks for sharing!

    http://www.cositabella.com

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  25. RachelR wrote:

    Gretchen is such an inspiration and I’ve loved her since day one of Project Runway! I’m definitely making this necklace this weekend as a birthday present to myself. So excited 🙂

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  26. Sharon wrote:

    Loved this post and LOVE Gretchen Jones.

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  27. Stephanie wrote:

    OH swoon swoon swoon. I would love love love to rock these earrings. I absolutely adore GJ and her designs.

    Thanks for the awesome DIY!

    @stephanielewis_ on twitter!

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  28. anna luft wrote:

    love it! thanx for sharing, i am not sure i am gonna use the super neon pink, i would go for a vanilla or black, or something less shinny, however is great and i am just bitching up cause i don’t live in the US and so I cannot participate. =(
    xx
    anna

    liveonbeauty.org

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  29. Janet wrote:

    love how the pink pops… i should make some as gifts.
    Also, the earrings are so cute!

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  30. Jennica wrote:

    Love the necklace! Gonna have to frequent this site more often. Gretchen has been one of my favorite designers since ProjRun! Would wear the crap out of those earrings too! 😉

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  31. Karla V. wrote:

    Hello, I love your creations!.
    Try to make one of your DIY, when finished, I’ll show you!
    Greetings from Spain
    atte.
    Karla V. http://detrasdellabial.blogspot.com

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  32. So pretty I love this new necklace!!!

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  33. Helen wrote:

    What a great idea…I host an annual Glam, Glitz and Bling dinner and this just might have to be my party gift to my BFFs. Thanks.

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  34. Caroline wrote:

    Loooooooooove those earrings!

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  35. Kate wrote:

    Dying for those earrings!

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  36. Cheryl wrote:

    Love the earrings! Pick me!

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  37. Ambyr wrote:

    This is sweet. So simple and cool. I love the neon pink roping.

    xoxo
    http://www.thewrittenrunway.com

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  38. Smart!! Makes me want to make one for myself!! xoxo
    http://www.hellohellofriday.com/

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  39. HK wrote:

    love love love the earrings, and that necklace is a great idea!

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  40. Such a beautiful necklace!!! SO clever! love the fact that you need a lighter for it – I was wondering what it was doing on your material list!

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  41. jennifer wrote:

    love, love, love!!!

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  42. Kelly wrote:

    This DIY necklace is rad, and I wouldn’t mind the earrings to match!

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  43. jodi hill wrote:

    What a great, and easy, idea for a necklace! Thanks for sharing. And the earrings are beautiful. Thanks for the opportunity to win them! Keep the ideas coming!!!!

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  44. Dever wrote:

    Great necklace! Gold and pink everyday!

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  45. MNL wrote:

    i will definitely try this! and the earrings are gorgeous!

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  46. Elli Greybar wrote:

    BEAUTIFUL DIY and AMAZING necklace by Gretchen. So glad to see how well she’s doing after Project Runway. Always cheering her on!

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  47. Kristen wrote:

    How wonderful!

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  48. i dont ever wear hoops, but those are haute!

    KeepItFvncy,
    M.E.

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  49. Andrea wrote:

    Love this DIY – so many variations can be made using this method – I can’t wait to try!

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  50. brownbelle wrote:

    those earrings are divine! hope i win 🙂

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  51. Kelsey wrote:

    Gorgeous earrings! The DIY is fabulous as well.

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  52. Katherine wrote:

    Love love love the DIY and the earrings!

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  53. Kristen wrote:

    When I see something so amazing that turns out to be so frackin simple I want to punch myself for being so daggone limited when it comes to DIY. Amazing. Will have to get over myself and give it a try this weekend.

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  54. Kristen wrote:

    Oh! And I’m following on twitter – AwfulSweetness

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  55. Lauren wrote:

    What a good person to DIY with. Her designs are very beautiful and you are so creative with DIY projects. A perfect marriage!

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  56. Katelyn S wrote:

    Awesome DIY. I love your site and all your DIY projects! Very inspiring. Thanks for the introduction to Gretchen Jones. Beautiful work! Would love to rock these earrings!

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  57. Marie wrote:

    wow-loving the necklace and lovely earrings!

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  58. Christina Ranalli wrote:

    The earrings (and necklace) are a geometric masterpiece.

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  59. Katie fusco wrote:

    I love DIY projects I want to see more! I’m looking for a great bday present for my friend Hannah who loves signature unique pieces…keep em coming!!:)

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  60. these earrings are to die for, love coupling diy pieces with unique finds like these

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  61. Stephanie A wrote:

    So cool! Thank you!!!

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  62. Veronica Kieffer wrote:

    LOVE these earrings and the DIY!

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  63. kristin wrote:

    I was a huge fan of Gretchen on Project Runway! It would be so exciting to win these earrings.

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  64. Shannon A wrote:

    I would absolutely love to win those fab earrings!
    I am going to make that necklace this weekend too.
    Thanks for the DIY!

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  65. Missy White wrote:

    Thanks for the diy ideas. I think I’m going to change it up a bit & make my own necklace. The earrings look great!

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  66. Nataya wrote:

    your DIY accessories are amazed me, thankyou!

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  67. B.Weber wrote:

    Such a great idea.

    HauteStandards

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  68. MadCecile wrote:

    I’m loving this tutorial, too simple yet too cool!

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  69. Elyce wrote:

    I LOVE Gretchen Jones! And those earrings are amazing! (And I follow her on twitter @ElyceHackley)

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  70. love this DIY!! and the earrings are beautiful! following Gretchen Jones on Twitter….

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  71. Savannah wrote:

    Love the necklace and earrings! Following her on twitter @snfowler

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  72. Ahh this is AMAZING! I have earrings that would make the necklace perfectly. Totally have to try.

    http://www.dragonnfruit.com

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  73. Those are just beautiful! I love it 🙂

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  74. Viktoria wrote:

    OMG! so gorgeous! loove loove this!

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  75. Felicia wrote:

    What size brass rings are used in your example? LOVE this piece and the Gretchen Jones earrings!!!

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  76. Katie S. wrote:

    Following! (@KatieSieger)
    Love this DIY, statement necklaces are the best! Thanks for the giveaway

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  77. Marilyn wrote:

    Love love love those earrings !!

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  78. Margret wrote:

    The necklace is inspired!!

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  79. Lindsey wrote:

    Love this! It’s nice to see cool diy projects that are relevant in current fashion trends! I would love to win a pair of GJ earrings!

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  80. Sara wrote:

    This looks so easy but what an awesome necklace at the end!!

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  81. AKuipers wrote:

    LOVE the necklace and all of her designs 🙂 I would love to win those earrings!

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  82. lauren wrote:

    I love those earrings! the DIY necklace seems so simple to make 🙂

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  83. Ashley wrote:

    Love this. Super easy and on trend. I love doing you DIY.

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  84. jenny v. wrote:

    Gasp! What a sweet giveaway! I love the neon + brass, can’t wait to make this 🙂 What a good collab your girls all make!

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  85. Katie O wrote:

    These earrings are so fun! And I can’t wait to make that necklace, great idea.

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  86. Maria wrote:

    Wow, I love those earrings! And the necklace is a great idea, may just have to try that out!

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  87. Grace wrote:

    Whoa, that’s super cool!

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  88. Annie Fang wrote:

    I AM ABSOLUTELY IN LOVE!

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  89. Allison wrote:

    Love those earrings so much. Gretchen’s jewelry is beautiful!

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  90. Great marketing, found those bomb earrings on instagram’sfav page.

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  91. Lisa wrote:

    wow her apartment is amazing!!! so are the earrings 😉
    in dramatic fashion

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  92. greenbean wrote:

    wooohoo! love those

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  93. Jessie wrote:

    Those earrings are beautiful.

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  94. Wendy D. wrote:

    These earrings are really eye catching!

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  95. Aurora wrote:

    So many possibilities! Spraypainting the brass rings silver or a matte paint, different color cords… endless possibilities.

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  96. Giselle Sneddon wrote:

    WOW! that necklace looks fabulous! I can’t wait to try it out! I’ve tried out a couple of the bracelets, so keep these coming!! 🙂

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  97. Roberta wrote:

    Being from Portland myself, Gretchen was naturally a favorite of mine when she was on PR. Love her!

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  98. Sumble wrote:

    Cant wait to try this necklace!

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  99. Hannah wrote:

    Yes! Pink.

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  100. al schwa wrote:

    just learning about gretchen jones but everything she’s involved with (earrings, DIY, apartment…) is just beautiful! @schwartiepants on twitter

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  101. Jewell wrote:

    This is all so beautiful. I adore those earrings, Gretchen Jones is flawless.

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  102. sammi wrote:

    LOVE the necklace and those beautiful earrings! Following her on twitter 😀 thanks!

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  103. Vianca wrote:

    Saw the plug for these earrings on your instagram. I MUST have them! And how lucky, to be crafting with Gretchen Jones. One day I want to craft with you guys!

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  104. Abigail wrote:

    Those earrings are gorgeous! And now I have a new necklace to craft, the neon on cord looks fantastic with the gold!

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  105. Shannon Eurich wrote:

    OMG!!!! I’m OBSESSED with this DIY necklace!!! Ill definitely be making this today after work!!! Im also in love with these squash blossom inspired hoop earrings! They’re so major! I won’t be taking these earrings off anytime soon if I win them!!! 🙂

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  106. Fun necklace and incredible earrings! Would love to win them!

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  107. Chelsea wrote:

    Love this idea! Definitely trying this soon.

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  108. Aimee wrote:

    I’m a tried and true stud earring girl, but lately I’ve been searching for a pair of unique hoop earrings so I can’t branch out. Perfect!!!

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  109. Carlen wrote:

    My next rainy day is going to be occupied by this DIY! What gorgeous earrings to brighten up a simple top and jeans. Hope to win!

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  110. Tiffany wrote:

    Wow those earrings are perfect! I wish I could have them :[
    I can’t wait to try the DIY as well! Looks hella sick.

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  111. Jessica wrote:

    crazy for those earrings!

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  112. Lily O'Connell wrote:

    Those earrings are to die for. Always looking for more things to craft while i’m at school!

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  113. Claudia wrote:

    Gorgeous! Fantastic project to try and would proudly wear the earrings!

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  114. Martine wrote:

    I love all of your DIY projects! You always inspire me and keep my wardrobe fresh. What a great collaboration with Gretchen — her romantic style is such an inspiration.

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  115. Emma Stepien wrote:

    I love how something DIY could look so amazing, especially when paired with those earrings. Obsessed. I really respect Gretchen’s work and aesthetic and will be making this DIY in the near future.

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  116. Nicole O. wrote:

    Awesome DIY & beautiful earrings!

    ————— Now following on Twitter under: saucyfbaby

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  117. dallas wrote:

    I can’t wait to make a similar necklace!!! those earrings are rad!

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  118. kristina wrote:

    this necklace is so genius, great job!!
    xx, k

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  119. Shaina wrote:

    Definitely want to try this DIY!!! But with royal blue cord!

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  120. Megan wrote:

    I love the earrings! 😀 Great simple design!

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  121. Haley wrote:

    Those earrings are fantastic. Love it!

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  122. Kayrl wrote:

    very inspired!

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  123. katie wrote:

    I looove this! And I have that cord in that exact colour already! This is such a perfect project for all those pyros out there like me 🙂 Thanks!!

    Katie
    http://kfitzdesign.blogspot.com

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  124. Sophie wrote:

    Very act deco looking! Gorgeous!
    @SophieRoseOlive

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  125. Kristen wrote:

    love those earrings! they are right up my alley!

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  126. kristina wrote:

    btw – i tried to email you but your email address kept on failing? just thought i’d let you know…
    xx

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  127. Sarah wrote:

    Love the earrings and love your DIY posts!

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  128. shea wrote:

    those earrings are gorgeous!! i cant wait to try out this diy either… it would be cool even to use smaller circles

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  129. H Bomb wrote:

    I’d rock those earrings so hard

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  130. Haley wrote:

    I loved Gretchen on Project Runway and was even more impressed with her collection of jewelry! Her style is impeccable!

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  132. Vanda wrote:

    the earing design is so unique. 😀

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  133. Jeanee wrote:

    This DIY is hot! I’m a neutral girl, but I love the POP of hot pink. I would LOVE to win those earrings! They are all kinds of goodness!

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  134. Katie Jennings wrote:

    Love all of your DIYs! Beautiful necklace!

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  135. Sara wrote:

    Love these earrings and love your blog!! 🙂

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  136. Rachelle wrote:

    So classy! Simple elegance. Love love love these.

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  137. Trista wrote:

    Wonderful and unique pieces! I love the earrings

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  138. Roxie wrote:

    You have the neatest blog! Love learning all the time. These earings are gorgeous. Love her jewelry!!
    Thanks!

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  139. janice ling wrote:

    Love the DIYs. Great ideas! Cool giveaway!

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  140. rachel wrote:

    I love the earrings and necklace!

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  141. Great idea!

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  142. Alexa wrote:

    those earrings are literally exactly what I’m looking for! xoxo

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  143. Angela wrote:

    NO WAY! I’ve been lusting after these earrings since I saw them. I’m a huge Gretchen Jones fan, and would be really honored if I won <3

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  144. karen:) wrote:

    THANK YOU! those earrings are absolutely stellar <3

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  145. penguino wrote:

    thank you so much, so sweet of y’all!
    and wow, i loveeee her apartment!

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  146. I absolutely love those earrings! The cuff on her site is gorgeous too 🙂

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  147. kelly wrote:

    fingers way crossed. I just re-opened by ear-holes after about five years of not wearing earrings — super excited about wearing something big and beautiful like these!

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  148. Nae wrote:

    Love this necklace! It’s next on my DIY list.

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  149. gia wrote:

    awesome earrings! and crazy awesome DIY necklace. but it’s too complicated for a newbie like me haha

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  150. Becky Anderson wrote:

    LOOOK at those earrings!! They would look beautiful in my ‘lobes. 🙂

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  151. jes wrote:

    following gretchen on twitter!!!!!

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  152. Terra wrote:

    Um, those earrings are some serious awesome!
    Headed to the hardware store right now so I can start on that necklace..
    Thanks for another incredible giveaway.

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  153. Chloe wrote:

    Awesome DIY and giveaway!
    Thanks girls!:)
    @f_chloe

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  154. Katie wrote:

    Following on Twitter (I’m @itskatieredmond) and I MUST HAVE THOSE EARRINGS!
    …Sorry for the overreaction, but really, make them mine.

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  155. janet lee wrote:

    those earrings are amazing. I absolutely want them. Thanks for the fun DIY, I’m glad Ms. Jones is keeping busy!

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  156. birdyblue wrote:

    Oh i love the tutorial and have to try it!! Thanks a lot, greetings from germany birdy

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  157. Love Gretchen’s work! Those earrings are gorgeous.

    I already follow her on twitter. : )

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  158. Meagan wrote:

    Love your diys and awesome giveaway

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  159. Suki Negusse wrote:

    Wow! The earings are great! They’ll match with the necklace, that I’m going to make for sure!

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  160. Alexbd BD wrote:

    Absolutely beautiful earrings!

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  161. Kielayameosha Carswell wrote:

    The earrings are amazing!!!

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  162. adrienne wrote:

    Love those earrings!

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  163. Jessica wrote:

    I’ve always wanted to try cooking squash blossoms, but I’ve never seen earrings modeled after them. They’re so cool!

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  164. Nettan wrote:

    definately gonna be my next project 😉

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  165. Ashleigh wrote:

    No shocker that three of the coolest ladies would create such a bold and wonderful piece!

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  166. wow, seriously gorgeous earrings!

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  167. Kathryn wrote:

    Beautiful jewelry! Love the idea of mixing yellow gold-tone and neon. Cute! And, of course, the earrings are fabulous. They’re simple but they make such a statement.

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  168. Kimberley wrote:

    Absolutely beautiful pieces!!! I will have to try to recreate the fab necklace on my next DIY project break.

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  169. Laura wrote:

    these earrings are DREAMY.

    as is the necklace. i’m a jewelry teacher so i’m definitely going to show this to my students! teenagers love neon and DIY.

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  170. francine wrote:

    pick me!

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  171. Rachael wrote:

    love this necklace and all of gretchen’s simple/elegant jewelry! making this this weekend…holler!

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  172. Carrie wrote:

    Another fantastic DIY! Thanks for sharing. 🙂

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  173. Lizzie wrote:

    I LOVE! those earrings and absolutely can’t wait to make this necklace!!! <3

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  174. EVA wrote:

    This diy completely satisfies my obsession with all little things neon fluourescent pink!!!

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  175. Jill wrote:

    Those earrings are stunning! Following on twitter!

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  176. Sarah K. wrote:

    Love those earrings! They would look great with my new red winter coat!

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  177. Tara wrote:

    This is so Legit! Thanks for posting. Going to the store now to pick up the gear and make it for friends.YIppee!

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  178. Madison wrote:

    A DIY and a giveaway! Couldn’t be happier 🙂

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  180. Nee wrote:

    love that DIY, it’s just soo creative:)

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  181. Trishawna wrote:

    You guys are the masters of DIY posts.

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  182. Petiteish wrote:

    Great DIY, love the color combo

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  183. katrina wrote:

    Those earrings are absolutely gorgeous!

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  184. Courtney wrote:

    This necklace is great! I’ll have to try out this DIY soon. I’m really into the chunky statement necklaces at the moment 🙂

    http://thelittletexan.blogspot.com/

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  185. Nicole wrote:

    Whoa, I love those earrings

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  186. Tiera wrote:

    The necklace and earrings are both amazing!!
    You guys never disappoint

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  187. Diana wrote:

    I staRted and just can’t stop crafting. Love DIY

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  188. Perisha wrote:

    That necklace is absolutely genius!!!

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  189. allison wrote:

    love it! looks amazing and simple to do.

    http://www.absurdlypeculiar.blogspot.com

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  190. Sarah wrote:

    Those earrings are beautiful!

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  191. Megan Gibson wrote:

    I love these earrings! Thanks for the DIY tutorial, I am going to try and make this necklace!

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  192. Camille wrote:

    Such a great idea. I knew you could melt nylon but never thought of finishing off and sealing the ends for jewelry. Opens up all kinds of possibilities. Must raid garage for supplies. 😀

    Love the earrings, would be great for my new short ‘do.

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  193. Patti L wrote:

    Love those earrings! Great and fun giveaway!

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  194. Elledoc wrote:

    This necklace is great! I love the choice of the bright pink. And side note: I really like that blue shirt you are wearing in this post!
    http://www.dreamsofcezanne.blogspot.com

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  195. zoë wrote:

    all of this is so delightful. yes please!

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  196. Natalia wrote:

    I’ve been trying your DIY jewelry lately and love it. It makes for great gifts. I’m a cook and love the squash blossom earrings.

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  197. Christina wrote:

    Gorgeous earrings!!! I’d wear those a ton!!

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  198. Ashley wrote:

    love that she draws her inspiration from nature. unique but still familiar 🙂

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  199. julia wrote:

    DIY magic. Gretchen Jones is a southwestern 70’s space age romantic goddess from a realm of ethereal yet classic wild woman roots. Love her jewels & intention, as well as this DIY necklace! Her earrings are something from a futuristic shamanic women..would love to channel that vibe. oxo

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  200. christine wrote:

    Love the necklace tutorail! The earrings are gorgeous!!

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  201. Alison Pasino wrote:

    How lovely! I adore Gretchen’s work 🙂

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  202. Junelynn Tran wrote:

    Those are gorgeous earrings!

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  203. Astrid wrote:

    I love the lighter and nylon string idea! I’m going to try that for other diy projects. And those earrings are lovely 🙂

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  204. Kenya Miles wrote:

    Really love the new jewelry line. The rings with turquoise are beautifully done.

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  205. Mary wrote:

    Love this whole blog, and especially those earrings! fingers crossed for a give-away win 🙂 You guys are the best, and awesome diy!

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  206. Hayley wrote:

    Beautiful! Such an amazing designer!

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  207. Victoria wrote:

    Thanks for the super fab idea! and i am in LOVE with the earrings!!!! @VictoriaHedin

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  208. Rachel wrote:

    Hope I win!

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  209. Helen wrote:

    wow SO CUTE.
    They’re like super classy hoop earrings!

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  210. Awesome necklace!

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  211. claire wrote:

    niiiiiiiice

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  212. Alexis wrote:

    Another awesome D.I.Y. and gorgeous earrings! Crossing my fingers for this one!

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  213. Kristen wrote:

    Love the neon! Will defiantly be trying this 🙂

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  214. maxyel wrote:

    omg omg omg omg i want these!!!!!!

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  215. liv wrote:

    Gorgeous, i want them!

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  216. Christi wrote:

    Great DIY!!! I need some brass rings, though. Anywho, those earrings are amazing!

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  217. Such a great trick! Those earrings are so beautiful.

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  218. Emmi wrote:

    Gotta try that trick with the lighter–always wondered a way to seal without leaving a big old knot.
    Those earrings are gorgeous!

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  219. brilliant! beautiful piece!

    Bises,
    monkeyshines
    http://monkeyshines-monkeyshines.blogspot.com/

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  220. Chloe wrote:

    Gorgeous earrings and super awesome apartment.
    Can’t wait to try this DIY 🙂

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  221. Kellen wrote:

    Fantastic DIY, I <3 anything neon!

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  222. Ilana wrote:

    love the gold and pink. Can’ wait to make my own!

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  223. Atira wrote:

    That necklace DIY looks amazing and I’m absolutely in love with those earrings!

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  225. Those are gorgeous! Love them!

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  226. kbeauty wrote:

    love Gretchen’s design aesthetic and the way she thinks about fashion and clothing! you can tell each piece has a story.

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  227. Danielle wrote:

    Just made this necklace! Saw it this afternoon and had to make it! switched out the neon pink with white but I plan on making a bracelet with the pink or possibly another necklace. love it!

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  228. Priscilla wrote:

    ohmygoshohmygoshohmygosh!!!!! I looove Gretchen’s work! Followed her avidly on Project Runway… very excited for this. 🙂 Thanks for the giveaway!

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  229. Ash wrote:

    Love me some neon and would love to win those earrings!

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  230. Ashley Aldea wrote:

    What a great idea! I love that you can adjust the size to your style preferences! I love big jewelry so I’ll make mine to stand out!! Those earrings are so unique! Love them!!

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  231. Crystal wrote:

    Those earrings are gorgeous. Love.

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  232. Priscilla wrote:

    wow, those earrings are AMAZING and BEAUTIFUL. 🙂 Will have to try out this necklace…very cool.

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  233. Jordi wrote:

    Love it! What a bold statement necklace

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  234. Jordan wrote:

    LOVE these earrings! & your blog…I’ve gotten several great DIY ideas from y’all! Thanks so much for sharing!

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  235. pearl wrote:

    DIY posts are the BEST!
    more more more!! (please)!!

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  236. donna wrote:

    I’m such a fan of Gretchen’s jewelry that I just opened a Twitter account in order to follow her on the chance that I might win a pair of her earrings. Fingers crossed.

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  237. Lauren wrote:

    Love the earrings! And all the DIY posts. Done everything!

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  238. Jessica wrote:

    omg love love LOVE the necklace and the earrings!! must try this ASAP

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  239. Emmz wrote:

    I love that the original artist was involved with the DIY version. Great piece!

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  240. Cat wrote:

    Awesome idea and beautiful earrings!

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  241. It’s great!

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  242. Olivia Simons wrote:

    I just had my ears pierced and it’s about time I stop mooching off my roommate’s earring collection. These would be perfect!

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  243. Kelsey wrote:

    i <3 neon

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  244. Lia wrote:

    Great DIY and great earrings…fingers crossed!!!

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  245. Kerri wrote:

    Love the earrings, and the DIY. Hope I win!

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  246. Lauren wrote:

    Lovely earrings!

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  247. ash wrote:

    Wow I hope I’m the very lucky someone who gets those earrings, they’re so sick!

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  248. Elin Wolker wrote:

    This DIY is perfect and the earrings are definitely adordable!

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  249. Madeleine wrote:

    Triple love these!

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  250. Sarah wrote:

    I absolutely love the earrings. And the DIY necklace is to die for. The neon pink with the gold is so unique! Thanks for the tutorial and a great giveaway.

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  251. rebecca wrote:

    love this! what a great idea!
    rwvanvoorhis at gmail dot com

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  252. May Rose wrote:

    LOVE those earrings. And the necklace is gorgeous. I love the lighter trick. Gold and neon make an amazing combo and I really like the pink you picked!

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  253. kir wrote:

    We all want those earrings! SuperFab!

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  254. Drogheda Cook wrote:

    The Hot pink makes that necklace, all the more better 🙂

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  255. aimee wrote:

    wow those earrings are just so beautiful. yes please!

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  256. Marj wrote:

    Very nice earrings. I wish i could do something like that too! I admire crafty talented people. Thanks for sharing.

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  257. Amanda wrote:

    Love the earrings! So cute!

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  258. Heidi J wrote:

    These earrings I do adore <3

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  259. Monique wrote:

    I love the necklace and the earrings. I am following on Twitter as Jesusismygrace

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  260. jean wrote:

    The necklace looks amazing! And the earrings are absolutely adorable :).

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  261. Caitlin wrote:

    Love this DIY and collaboration- im on both of your sites like no others (minus twitter hahah) love Gretchen’s line too!

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  262. Sarah S wrote:

    Wonderful necklace and beautiful earrings! Whoever wins is one lucky gal!

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  263. Rachana wrote:

    The earrings are to die for! Unfortunately the necklace might be a little too bold for me.

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  264. Love Gretchen’s Collection! Thanks for the intro, this could be dangerous!

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  265. Lili wrote:

    i love everything about this necklace and i pinned these fabulous earrings 9 months ago on my «I Want You» pinboard (http://pinterest.com/pin/239676011388614677/) i want em so bad ! 🙂

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  266. laura wrote:

    I’ll have to try this out:)

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  267. Great giveaway! One of my resolutions is that I won’t be buying any new clothes, shoes or accessories for the entire year but winning would be a whole other story

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  268. Natalia C wrote:

    I am in love with your DIYs but this one is just made the top for me. I am in love with it. LOOVEE the earrings too!!!!

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  269. julent wrote:

    Thanks for the giveaway. You guys are like a DIY dream team; I’d like to see more of the hardware store projects that you collaborated on.

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  270. Rachel M wrote:

    I need a new pair of earrings! So many options love them!

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  271. Marina K wrote:

    I absolutely love this idea- I just saw some cool looking neon nylon cord at the hardware store. Definitely on my DIY to-do list for this month! These earrings are beautiful too- I can see the inspiration from nature through the geometric design 🙂

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  272. Stephannie wrote:

    Gorgeous earrings!

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  273. emily wrote:

    i looooove those earrings! i’d love to just buy or win the necklace too, because i’m not very crafty and even though that looks easy enough to do… i’d probably mess it up haha 🙂

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  274. Christa M wrote:

    Great DIY. I can’t wait to give it a go. And love the earrings!

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  275. TMaryMack wrote:

    Great piece 🙂

    mariej614@gmail.com

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  276. shannon hawley wrote:

    the necklace came out super cute and fun!!! i love the earrings!!

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  277. Ana María wrote:

    Pick me, pick me!!! 🙂

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  278. Lina C wrote:

    I feel like I’m going to have to take a nice break from studying this week to make this one of thes. 😀
    So simple, so awesome.

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  279. gail wrote:

    The hardware store is definitely my go-to for jewelry supplies, and I’m excited to try the hoop necklace. And the earrings are divine.

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  280. alanna wrote:

    what a smart diy idea!! LOVE!

    alannahirsch at gmail dot com

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  281. Alyssa Rae wrote:

    i’m in love with gretchen, therefore i am in love with her jewelry!

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  282. niki wrote:

    i <3 this diy & those earrings are flawless

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  283. Janavi wrote:

    This giveaway is wonderful, as well as this DIY. I know what I’m doing this weekend…

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  284. tara wrote:

    i am seriously going to make this necklace, and i seriously love those earrings!

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  285. Roseanne wrote:

    that looks so cool.I definately have to try it soon.thanks for sharing.x

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  286. Joya wrote:

    Those earrings are simply gorgeous! I just discovered your blog and I think it is fantastic. Totally going to be on it every day now. Can’t wait to try this, and to think about other creative ways to use that nylon string trick!

    Thanks for sharing!

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  287. Jenn wrote:

    I would love to rock that and become a fashio-NEON-sta! 😉

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  288. Ali wrote:

    These earrings are to die for! So elegant and unique!

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  289. This necklace is amazing. I can’t wait to make one on my own!!! I would maybe mix metals with a few different colors of the rings; maybe brass, oxidized, and silver-tone 🙂

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  290. Molly Jensen wrote:

    Headed to craft store right nowwwwww! And ugh I really want those earrings they are so lovely!

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  291. Laura wrote:

    Inspiring DIY…..I know what I’ll be doing this weekend! Love Ms. Jones’ apt…..Russian dolls, antlers, fur, art, succulents…..so similar to my living space! And the squash blossom earrings remind me of my time in Santa Fe….would be overjoyed to win them!

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  292. Steffi Keung wrote:

    beautiful!!

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  293. Azalea Jewett wrote:

    Neon and brass, awesome combo. Amazing earings too 🙂

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  294. Carly wrote:

    LOVE her style 🙂 would love to have those earrings as part of my collection…now onto making that awesome necklace!

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  295. Laura lee wrote:

    Wow! Love <3

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  296. Cara wrote:

    Can’t wait to try this! Would love the earrings!

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  297. Brilliant work. I love combining found objects into wearable pieces. Rock on!

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  298. Wow! you could use this idea on any type of jewelry. This has truly inspired me!

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  299. Julia wrote:

    Love that necklace! I’m glad that Gretchen is doing so well after her win on project runway!

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  300. Amanda C. wrote:

    Love the necklace!! And those earrings are too cute!

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  301. MegW wrote:

    Uber awesome idea! I LOVE gretchen’s earrings!!

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  302. Claire wrote:

    I loved watching Gretchen win on Project Runway. I love her aesthetic and especially her jewelry! I would rock these earrings! Thank you for the giveaway 🙂

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  303. CB wrote:

    LOVE this DIY !!
    Amazing collection too, so unique.

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  304. Alicia wrote:

    love. love. love. OBSESSED.

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  305. Amy R. wrote:

    BEAUTIFUL!!! Really great DIY!

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  306. emilie wrote:

    Love it!

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  307. joni s wrote:

    i love gretchen jones! thank you for featuring her apt. and a special DIY. she rawks.

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  308. Caroline wrote:

    These earings are simply gorgeous! I NEED them. Beautiful and classy!

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  309. Jamie Y wrote:

    ahh! I love this diy. sucha clever idea. &&of course those earrings are just stunning. :]

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  310. Laly wrote:

    beautiful!

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  311. Carrie Kiesewetter wrote:

    Pick me pick me! Oh these are lovely

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  312. Cathryn wrote:

    Wonderful 🙂

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  313. Rory wrote:

    How great it would be to WIN! <3
    Rory
    rfgoaliegirl@gmail.com
    http://www.WearAboutsBlog.com
    CHICTOPIA

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  314. Kinanti wrote:

    Those are gorgeous!

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  315. LOVE the necklace like woah. and LOVE the earrings!
    xo Moorea

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  316. yng yng wrote:

    Oooh! Love love love her jewelry collection on the runway show! <3 Very fashion forward without being too futuristic costume looking. Lovely.

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  317. Courtney wrote:

    Seriously you gals always have the BESt DIYs!!!! Also I’m obsessed with Gretchen Jones.

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  318. Oh what a shame can only participate in those who live in the U.S. and Canada, love to win ..
    Kisses from Brazil *

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  319. lil wrote:

    great idea, i can’t wait to make some necklaces with those tips.

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  320. I’d love to win these. I love her style!

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  321. Joceline wrote:

    love the fluoro–it’s everywhere right now!

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  322. Kat wrote:

    You’re blog is amazing. No idea why I’ve never come across it before.
    Your DIY jewelry is my favore, of course.

    Just bloglovin, twitter, facebook and tumblr’d you 🙂

    http://www.rockspapermetal.com

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  323. Claudia Sarti wrote:

    I love the Necklace and the earrings are amazing. pick me!! 🙂
    you girls are great!

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  324. Leila wrote:

    So simple but so stylish necklace! Try to make it right now!
    Earrings are so cool…mmm…

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  325. Alicia T wrote:

    These are some of the coolest earrings that I have seen. I really like the unique shape!

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  326. OMG! Love the necklace, i’m so gonna try to make some for gifts.. Btw, your apartment looks fabulous! (“,)

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  327. Trisha wrote:

    I’m not commenting for the giveaway. I just have to say that the DIY necklace looks like a first grade art project and not a classy look at all. This is one of the few “misses” I’ve seen on Honestly WTF.

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  328. Cara wrote:

    Love the necklace, and would love to win Gretchen’s earrings, so lovely!

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  329. Amanda wrote:

    Been loving Gretchen’s instagram as well. Making this necklace today!!!

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  330. jaime D. wrote:

    So lovely! I love the necklace as well!

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  331. Karen Hethcote wrote:

    Totally awesome Earrings…..Would love to win them!

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  332. Sabrina wrote:

    I am going to make this necklace as some as my drawing projects are done, the earrings would go perfect with it.

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  333. Jaclyn wrote:

    Great DIY!

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  334. sheila wrote:

    what an awesome giveaway !!! love the necklace idea too – so many options with that – silver rings, black cording would look great too

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  335. genevieve wrote:

    Adding this to a LONG list of DIY projects to do. And who wouldn’t want to rock those amazingly bad ass earrings? Thanks HonestlyWTF!

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  336. Jenna wrote:

    Want. Need. Have to have! Seriously, would be a thrill to win one. xox Jenna

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  337. Steffi wrote:

    Love the idea, may try it with different colors and lots of small hoops. Would love a pair of earings!!

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  338. Laura wrote:

    Would love to take part! ♥

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  339. Lori kindle wrote:

    This Wyoming girl would love to rock those east coast beauties. Very cool. And my birthday is the first

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  340. Rachael wrote:

    I love all of your DIY’s and I love GJ’s style and designs.

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  341. Inky wrote:

    Love those earrings! I have some rubber rings that could work for that necklace!

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  342. Kate Bruski wrote:

    Honestly, LOVE the earrings. Am definitely going to reproduce the necklace, too. I think gold rings and black cord would be cool. Love the notion of using nylon cord and scorching the ends.

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  343. Alethia wrote:

    So fun. Thanks. And the earrings are so pretty.

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  344. love! wrote:

    Gretchen Jones is my favorite Project Runway designer. I think she’s got style, class, and a truly unique perspective. Would love to meet her someday. And I would be just thrilled to wear her awesome squash blossom earrings!

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  345. Nora wrote:

    I adore your website! Here in rainy Amsterdam, this site adds some sparkle to the dark and cloudy days. And I’m lovin’ the earrings btw!

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  346. Leah wrote:

    definitely making the necklace and i love the earrings – very unique

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  347. Rebecca wrote:

    Earrings are gorgeous! But the necklace – I am good in the kitchen but lack the talent to even concieve something so wonderfully unique. Am glad I saw this earring giveaway on Facebook. I’ll be frequenting this page now!

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  348. Angel wrote:

    I would love those earrings 😀

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  349. Angela wrote:

    LOVE those earrings!!!!! also, you guys have inspired many craft/arm parties in my home. i want to try this one one….will most DEF be heading to the hardware store on my next day off! 😀

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  350. Joanna wrote:

    LOVEEEEEE!!!! 🙂

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  351. Samantha wrote:

    Wowie!

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  352. Jessica L wrote:

    These are SO cute! I would loveeeee to win these because I’m definitely not crafty enough to make them myself!

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  353. Kaitlyn wrote:

    Love love love it! Going to have to try my own and put my
    Jewelry making tools to work!

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  354. Katie wrote:

    here’s to hoping…!

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  355. Courtney K wrote:

    I love those earrings! What a wonderful giveaway.

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  356. Penni Long wrote:

    Those earrings are just stunning. I know the perfect redhead to wear them!! (me)

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  357. Meredith Piccin wrote:

    I hope I win!!!

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  358. Jessica M wrote:

    OMG those are so cute!

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  359. Amy wrote:

    These earrings are amazing… & the DIY tutorial is so informative. I love the neon pink accent.

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  360. Rachel Snyder wrote:

    What a great idea! Love this!

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  361. bethany wrote:

    squash blossoms—what great inspiration! love it

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  362. breda wrote:

    Lovely things, thank you.

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  363. Haley wrote:

    Need those earrings in my life. Gretchen’s jewelry is incredible!

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  364. Regina wrote:

    So very beautiful!

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  365. WP wrote:

    love it!! will try one for sure!!!

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  366. kim wrote:

    Neat!

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  367. Victoria Milionis wrote:

    Love! Love! Love Gretchen’s style. So beautiful!

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  368. andrea r wrote:

    Beautiful!

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  369. Brittany wrote:

    Gimmie Gimmie! Those are stunning!

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  370. Carol wrote:

    Niiiiiiiiiiiiiice!!

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  371. Your DIYs are the best. Love some Gretchen Jones style, too!

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  372. MEGAN wrote:

    LOVE these tutorials so much. AMAZING.

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  373. Naomi Gottesman wrote:

    totally freaking love the squash blossom earrings! fell in love with ms jones on her project runway days!

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  374. Sarah wrote:

    I am def going to try putting together a necklace like this of my own!! Love love love! And the earrings would be great for every day or a night out on the town…love them!

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  375. Lindsay Brown wrote:

    Love the earrings, and great crafty tips!

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  376. Sandy wrote:

    Awesome necklace and gorgeous earrings!

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  377. rachel wrote:

    So chic! So glam!

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  378. Charlotte wrote:

    I love the ideas that I get from all of the info from DIY, would love the have the earrings too 😉

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  379. Kathleen Delaney wrote:

    Gorgeous Earings!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Pick me!!!!!

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  380. Chloe wrote:

    Can’t wait to try this DIY this weekend! And those earrings are so gorgeous!

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  381. Christina MacDonnell wrote:

    looooove the earrings!!

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  382. I have to try this necklace ASAP, I’m obsessed with chunky statement jewelry, but that doesn’t look too heavy for my neck! Perfection! And the earrings…don’t get me started. I’d wear them everywhere and every day!

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  383. kym wrote:

    these earrings are beautiful! i’d be honored to win them.
    thank you so much for this diy. it’s stunning and looks so simple to make. i’m going to try this one for sure!

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  384. patti carroll wrote:

    Gotta win these. Love your blog.

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  385. Jacqueline wrote:

    Very cool earrings. Is the necklace heavy? I like the idea but I can’t take any type of strain on my neck.

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  386. Kim wrote:

    Great DIY. Super cool earrings!!

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  387. Kara wrote:

    Like most things you post, I love it! Earrings and necklace alike!

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  388. christina wrote:

    earrings! can’t wait to construct that necklace, i think i’ll add tassels.

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  389. emily wrote:

    would love love love to win those earrings!!

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  390. Jamie wrote:

    This is such an awesome necklace tutorial cant wait to make it! The earrings are also amazing

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  391. sharise wrote:

    love those earrings!

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  392. Mita wrote:

    I want those earrings!!! :O

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  393. Emily H. wrote:

    These earrings are gorgeous, fingers crossed!

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  394. Jenni wrote:

    Those earrings are to die for! Adore them! And adore this blog 🙂

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  395. Courtney C wrote:

    Love the necklace, I think it would look great over just a simple tank to dress it up. The earrings are gorgeous! They almost look like lotus blosoms too. Beautiful! Fingers and toes crossed.

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  396. Jen wrote:

    Love the original necklace and the DIY modification but I especially love the earrings! Crossing my fingers. Thanks for all you do for the eager crafting out there.

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  397. Alexandra wrote:

    Love these earrings! I would give them a good home 🙂

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  398. Angelica wrote:

    ╰☆╮╰☆╮ NEED those earrings! Loving the necklace too…..most of all loving honestlyWTF ♥ “youuuuu light up myyy liffeee!!!”♫♫ LOL But for realsies fingers crossed pick meeeee!! ╰☆╮╰☆╮

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  399. Jenn wrote:

    I just got a gold digital watch…these earrings would be sorta perfect to wear with it everyday!

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  400. Sarah wrote:

    Love the necklace and the earrings are lovely too! Hope I win them!!!

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  401. Leslie wrote:

    Love the earrings! So sassy!

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  402. carly dolan wrote:

    Gorgeous!

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  403. Mary wrote:

    i dont have a twitter, but these are amazing!!

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  404. Diana wrote:

    Move over ladies. Those earrings are just right for me …LOL. Good luck to everyone but I would really like to win them

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  405. Tiffany S. wrote:

    I’ve been a fan of Gretchen since Ep1 in her season of PR. I’m a big fan of recycling and upcycling and DIY-ing. (Also, my mom was a Jones before she married my Dad). I love her design esthetic and MOXIE.
    So…. that you for sharing this DIY. I’m pinning it on Pinterest, and I plan to make my version.
    http://pinterest.com/saintsalvage/
    I hope to win those killer earrings!

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  406. Jackie wrote:

    wow such a great DIY, and those earrings are really unique looking

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  407. aaryn calhoun wrote:

    Great idea! Love the necklace. So many ways to play on this basic concept too. Love the earrings as well. Can’t wait to try them on! 😉

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  408. maria wrote:

    Just beautiful!!! I would love to own a pair!!!

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  409. Lynn wrote:

    Totally doing like…NOW! Thanks for the great inspiration! LOVE the beautiful earrings!!!

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  410. Rachel wrote:

    Great idea! Love those earrings too! Might have to get a twitter account just so I can follow her.

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  411. Connie Mota wrote:

    Love, love, love the earrings!! I hope I win!!!

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  412. Carolina wrote:

    RAD! ❤

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  413. Jess wrote:

    what fabulous earrings! and a(nother) very cool DIY necklace – will have to try it for sure 🙂

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  414. Brittnee wrote:

    whoa those hoops! love!

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  415. Katie wrote:

    So cool! I love your D.I.Y.s!

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  416. Lindsey wrote:

    Great idea for a necklace, I’m going to have to make ons ASAP!!! The earrings are great too.

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  417. Heather P. wrote:

    Ingenious use of brass rings and neon. Pumped that I’ll soon have a whole new selection of jewelry thanks to your DIY posts.

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  418. Miranda wrote:

    Love this tutorial and would love to win the earrings.

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  419. Heather P. wrote:

    Ingenious use of brass rings and neon. Pumped that I’ll soon have a whole new selection of jewelry thanks to your DIY posts.

    Those earring are also spectacular.

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  420. oh.my.lovely.
    this tutorial is genius! i love nothing more than hardware store jewels!

    stunning work by g.jones! must have these earrings!

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  421. Kasi Zaeri wrote:

    going to pick up the supplies and trying this NOW. 😀

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  422. helly wrote:

    love your diy’s! and think these earrings are gorgeous. would love to win!

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  423. celine wrote:

    LOVE love love love love the earrings!!! And I love a good DIY, especially jewelry.

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  424. Kathryn wrote:

    I love this DIY the earrings are beautiful!

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  425. Nanct wrote:

    Best jewelry diys on the internet, keep’em coming!

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  426. Sami wrote:

    Lovee the necklace DIY. Will definitely have to try it! And the earrings are gorgeous, too!

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  427. dominique wrote:

    the devil is in miss jones’ details…adore these beauties…would be my go-to hoops, baby!

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  428. Meghan wrote:

    Oh Miss Jones, these earrings are to die for. Summer staple if I’ve ever seen one! Pick me, pick me!!

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  429. what a fun DIY that could totally be customized. thanks gretchen!! (ps love the jewelry line!!)

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  430. logan wrote:

    GORGEOUS!

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  431. Tere wrote:

    AMAZING DIY!!

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  432. Becca Y wrote:

    I absolutely love those earrings! That would totally make my wardrobe rock so much more. The tutorial is really near too, something I could probably handle. 🙂

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  433. Lydiii wrote:

    L.O.V.E.

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  434. Alaina wrote:

    I love those earring and I really like the lighter tip to seal knots!

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  435. Andi wrote:

    I adore Ms Jone’s jewelry line, it made me happy to see her team up with this blog. Great DIY, I’ve been craving a statement necklace like this for a while now, I will have to try to whip something up sometime soon!

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  436. Britta wrote:

    Awesome! Thanks for the great DIY tutorial.

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  437. maria wrote:

    I love this!

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  438. Chloe wrote:

    LOVEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE THESE EARRINGS SEND ME A PAIR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  439. june wrote:

    beautiful DIY and beautiful earrings!!!! love them. <3

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  440. ali wrote:

    I MUST have those earrings! So gorgeous… All of it!

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  441. Tiffany Blair wrote:

    I really love those earrings…they are super cute!

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  442. grace wrote:

    been looking for some unique new hoops!

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  443. Jacquelynn wrote:

    Great sites for such cool inspiration!

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  444. maria wrote:

    This is so NICE! the pop of color! this is most def going to be my next DIY project, and those earrings are just gorgeous! Pererfect for spring! what a great giveaway

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  445. Lindsey wrote:

    Awesome necklace. Those earrings are awesome! They remind me of Shira Princess of Power 🙂

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  446. absolutely love her designs!

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  447. Andie wrote:

    Love these earrings!

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  448. Jemina wrote:

    This would go great with my armful of round cherry blossom tattoos.

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  449. Bethany wrote:

    I love the necklace idea. and the earring are gorgeous. My student budget has deprived me of nice things it would be great to have a pair of earrings that match my DIY necklace.

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  450. Sarah H wrote:

    Excited to make this over the weekend! And, really loving these earrings!

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  451. G R E T CH E N I S A B A D A S S A N D D O N T Y O U F O R G E T I T ! !

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  452. boon1211 wrote:

    i love it! i am going to have to try and do this!
    boon1211atgmaildtocm

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  453. Erin W wrote:

    I love the simplicity of these earrings. Striking.

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  454. Ooh, lovely. Though, from hardware-necklace-wearing experience, this seems a bit hard on the neck muscles.

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  455. meegan wrote:

    both earrings and necklace are amazing!

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  456. Jen J. wrote:

    WOW!!! Thanks for the great DIY necklace idea. LOVE the earrings!

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  457. Sanchesca Rodriguez wrote:

    Such a great way to make a bold statement

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  458. Casey wrote:

    love, love, love this shape. beautiful.

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  459. cyn s wrote:

    Absolute love. I want!!

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  460. Ravell wrote:

    Wow! What an amazing necklace and the neon only makes it better!!!

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  461. laura e. speelman wrote:

    both pieces are brilliant…

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  462. Caroline wrote:

    Can’t wait to do this tutorial as I have done a few so far already with much success! LOVE the earrings! Gold is forever a staple in my wardrobe. p.s. totally voted for you gals also. 🙂

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  463. laura wrote:

    squash blossoms. Always wonderful. In everything.

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  464. chris wrote:

    that necklace is awesome! I need those earrings! So chic and edgy~

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  465. Jules wrote:

    Gorgeous earrings, and another great DIY!!! 🙂

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  466. Nelky wrote:

    My weekend project! I absolutely love this geometric necklace!

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  467. Alexus1325 wrote:

    Wow, I hadn’t seen any of Gretchen Jones’ work in a while! I love her African porcupine quill bar-pendant necklace! So inspiring! The squash blossom earrings are gorgeous, I love the geometry of them 😀

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  468. Cecicat wrote:

    Yes please! Love the earrings.

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  469. Susanita! wrote:

    I love the native american jewelry reference to theSquash Blossom motif- with a modern twist all her own.. so lovely and delicate.. I would love to wear them!

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  470. Sketch42 wrote:

    I need to see more of that apartment!

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  471. Melanee wrote:

    I DIE!!! O_O. beautiful!

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  472. This is super RAD!

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  473. Sarah wrote:

    WOW, I want to be a ring leader!

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  474. Louisa wrote:

    I just made a similar version on my blog here (http://circasundayafternoon.blogspot.com/2012/02/diy-gretchen-jones-inspired-necklace.html)
    ! Thanks for the tutorial, I loved this project!

    Louisa

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  475. Maxy wrote:

    I followed this idea and made my own for my mother’s birthday – she absolutely loved it! She owns her own jewelry store in Toronto, so anything new and different is always welcome in her eyes.

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  476. TCATC wrote:

    LOVE this! I must do it!
    -CurvyandCurveless.blogspot.com

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  477. Anna wrote:

    That is super cute. Using silver brass rings on mine.

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  478. this is a stunning piece! Love the glamour of the necklace without spending too much in the materials!

    Annabella Merlin

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  479. Samantha wrote:

    this is amazing, you’re so talented!!! <3

    http://www.glamorouslydefined.wordpress.com

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  480. Aubreyatlollipop wrote:

    Hi, I was wondering. What is the difference between Nylon thread and Nylon MASON thread? is there a difference?

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  481. Great diy the pictures look great!

    Jewelry Rage

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  482. Jen wrote:

    I would love to know how to MAKE those earrings!
    Also Gretchen, if you feel like a challenge, you’re welcome to decorate my living room. Gosh, yours is so beautiful!

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  483. its a good idea i’ll try it soon

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  484. mars wrote:

    hiiiii ! i have to tell ya that this necklace really shocked my life, I totally loved it since I watched the article and I tried to make one, at first i couldn’t find the rings cause i live in latinamerica and there’s no good stores here, but I overcomed the obstacles and finally did mi own replica. I want sooo bad to show you the picture, but I dont know how to communicate with you… write me an email and I’ll send you the pic!!! THANKSS I LOVE YOU. marsellitas@hotmail.com. PS: sorry for the bad english

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  485. Indiana wrote:

    Omg you are so crafty, i know lost of things are inspired by other things but how do you come up with some of it! 🙁 wish i was that crafty 🙁
    p.s i love your diy’s!

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  486. Kendall wrote:

    Hey guys!!!!

    if you love jewelry as much as I do, check out my page on facebook and instagram!
    My Beads Your Beauty
    inexpensive jewelry all made by hand by ME!

    Everything is so unique no one else will have the same

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  487. Nancy L wrote:

    Love this look! And a great tip about using fire!
    Happy Holidays…

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  488. Hi! I love it! Bravo!
    Come on in my place all is in french but maybe you can give me your opinion!
    See U

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  489. Alicia wrote:

    so unique, love the shapes and patterns this necklace creates

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  490. Made this mijself years ago! It was in a magazine. But i gave it a littlwist and used old jeelry from mij childhoohi

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  491. James wrote:

    i love your creation. this is very nice tutorial. thanks
    http://siyyahposh.com

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  492. John wrote:

    nice work buddy. just look at like this sad urdu poetry

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  493. Gunnel wrote:

    Jag älskar att se och göra lite av varje
    Tackar
    MVH/Gunnel

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  494. tamr wrote:

    It looks fun, but heavy as hell.

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  496. Liaqat Ali wrote:

    I’m loving in with you Your word always inspires me.Real feeling of heart. I swear i never hear words like yours.

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