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You are here: Home / DIY Craft Projects / Jewelry Projects / How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

By Tuula McPhee (This post may contain affiliate links.)

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I have always loved the sparkle of chandelier crystals, and they’re not just for light fixtures and wind chimes.
They can be ornaments and pendants too.
How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant
A while ago I was lucky enough to thrift a box of mixed vintage glass chandelier crystals, which included about 80 lovely vintage prisms that are faceted on the front and flat on the back… just perfect for decoupage projects.

A few weeks  ago I showed you my french inspired decoupaged chandelier crystal tree ornaments that I made.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

When I went to write that post my tutorial photos were mysteriously gone. I think one of the cats must have deleted them. (Yah… that’s it. One of the cats did it.)

Anyway… today I’m sharing how to make a reverse decoupaged chandelier crystal pendant, which is the exact same process.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

You’ll need some Mod Podge (I used a matte version because that’s what I had), a brayer, and some chandelier crystals with the flat backs. You could experiment with the crystals that are faceted on both sides, but I haven’t tried that yet.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

You can use any graphic you like. I found this pretty french floral graphic on the Graphics Fairy site. I saved it to my computer, resized it to make it small, and printed it on good quality 20 bond white copy paper. I’ve also used watercolor paper, and that works well too.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

Place your crystal on the graphic until you’re happy with its position.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

Mark the outline of the crystal with a pencil. You’ll have to hold the crystal down firmly so it doesn’t move as you make your way around.

Unfortunately I only have two hands so I couldn’t take an action shot.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

Here’s the pencil outline.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

After you cut it out with scissors there may be some remaining pencil marks.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

Simply remove them with an eraser. Be careful not to press too hard, and try not to handle the front of the image too much.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

Spread a light coat of Mod Podge on the back of the crystal, including the faceted edges, and on the front of the image.

It’s very easy to spread too much MP here so be careful. If you use too much it’ll be oozing out everywhere.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

Place the front of your image onto the back of the crystal.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

Gently flatten the image on the back with your fingers and press into the faceted edges. Remove any excess Mod Podge that oozes out with a paper towel.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

This is what the back looks like once the graphic is in place. Don’t worry if it doesn’t perfectly match the faceted outline of the crystal. Believe me when I tell you that it’s not going to be perfect no matter what you do.

Embrace the imperfection… and don’t stress it.

Handmade things don’t have to be perfect.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

Then use the brayer, if you have one, to flatten out the graphic just to get rid of any wrinkles that may have formed. (This step may or may not be necessary depending on how it goes.)

I only use the brayer because I have it, and it does help to spread out the MP under the paper.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

You’ll notice here that the image appears to have faded. That’s just because the Mod Podge hasn’t completely dried yet.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

I always apply 3 light coats of Mod Podge to the back letting it completely dry in between. It’s important to apply the MP along the outside of the paper along the faceted edges to create a good bond and seal.

Again, remove any excess MP that gets on the crystal.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

Once the back is done and completely dry use a toothpick to poke a hole in the paper where the chandelier crystal hole is.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

Add any type of bail you like for hanging. I like to use pinch pendant bails. Make sure the paper is completely dry before attaching the bail or you might tear it.

To attach the bail you simply place each end into the hole on either side of the crystal and pinch the bail closed. It’s that simple.

How to Make a Reverse Decoupaged Chandelier Crystal Pendant

And Voila. Just like that a unique piece of jewelry is born. I used a thrifted silver chain from my stash for hanging.  I love how the facets on the front of the prism play with the image underneath. It looks a little different from different angles.

These could be personalized so easily, and would make fabulous gifts. The possibilities are only as limited as your imagination… which I know is limitless.

Thanks so much for reading. Merci beaucoup.

Sprinkle some sparkle somewhere today, and smile.

XOX

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  1. Karen Feral Turtle says

    October 23, 2014 at 11:03 am

    A well written tutorial and excellent pictures Tuula! The necklace idea is genius and I love the pink background!

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    • tuula@thriftyrebel.com says

      October 25, 2014 at 3:34 am

      Thanks Karen! I think I'll be making a bunch of different ones for Christmas gifts this year.

      Reply
  2. Gail says

    October 23, 2014 at 1:00 pm

    Love how these crystals turned out and what a great tute . . . and she speaks French, too! I'm just getting into decoupage and I'm adding this to my techniques. Like you said, the possibilities are almost unlimited for creating great pieces.

    Reply
  3. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    October 23, 2014 at 1:57 pm

    Oh my goodness, this is so clever. I love the paris ones too.

    Reply
  4. Donna Wilkes says

    October 23, 2014 at 3:06 pm

    I will have to pay attention to crystals now ti find ones with flat backs. I would love a white Christmas tree with these all over it. Or hung around the bottom of a lampshade or.. Gotta run find dome crystals. Beautiful!!!

    Reply
  5. Ana Lopes says

    October 23, 2014 at 3:09 pm

    Awesome project!!! Thanks for sharing great tutorial!
    Hope you have a wonderful day!
    Hugs from Portugal,
    Ana Love Craft
    http://www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com

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    • tuula@thriftyrebel.com says

      October 25, 2014 at 3:30 am

      Thanks so much Ana!

      Reply
  6. Betsy@My Salvaged Treasures says

    October 23, 2014 at 5:08 pm

    Chandelier crystals aren't just for lighting any more. Love this idea and the great tutorial.

    Reply
  7. Tina@WhatWeKeep says

    October 23, 2014 at 8:42 pm

    But I have no huge box of crystals….sigh.
    I LOVE these.

    Reply
  8. Julie Corbisiero says

    October 23, 2014 at 11:43 pm

    Wow Tuula, that necklace you made is so pretty and very creative of you!

    Reply
  9. Danni@SiloHillFarm says

    October 24, 2014 at 11:28 am

    Those are just gorgeous Tuula! Now I need to keep my eye out for some crystals. Your posts always seem to add to my thrift store list in a beautiful way! Thanks!

    Reply
  10. Sherry @ Thrift My House says

    October 24, 2014 at 1:04 pm

    Oh so pretty Tuula! Funny when I saw the word breyer… I would've called it a roly thingie. I thought breyer only made ice cream LOL! Have a great weekend friend!

    Reply
  11. Colleen says

    October 25, 2014 at 9:26 am

    What a Wonderful tutorial. I so appreciate the step by step instructions. Very helpful. Thank you.
    I'm going have to go dig out my box of crystals that I have collected over the years.
    Have a fun and enjoyable weekend

    Reply
  12. IamUniquelyImperfect says

    October 26, 2014 at 2:34 am

    Love this!! Now I just have to find some chandelier crystals!! Thanks for sharing, Love ya' Patricia B

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    • tuula@thriftyrebel.com says

      October 27, 2014 at 2:57 am

      Thanks so much Patricia. Hope you find some. 🙂

      Reply
  13. Mitzi says

    October 27, 2014 at 4:29 pm

    I've made these before, and yours are lovely! Thanks for sharing your great step by step tutorial with us at Make It Monday!

    Reply
    • tuula@thriftyrebel.com says

      October 29, 2014 at 2:14 am

      Thanks so much Mitzi! They are so fun and easy to make.

      Reply
  14. Beatrice Euphemie says

    October 29, 2014 at 5:06 am

    This is so pretty! Thanks for the tutorial – it was very well explained with good photos. xo Karen

    Reply
  15. Angie Chavez says

    November 3, 2014 at 2:49 pm

    These are lovely! Thanks for sharing them at the Vintage Inspiration Party – I'm featuring you at Knick of Time this week!
    Angie
    KnickofTime.net

    Reply
  16. Suzan Sweatman says

    November 5, 2014 at 1:21 am

    SO pretty Tuula !
    Cheryl from Wisconsin made me some of these but magnet holders – Paris themed.
    I have a ton of chandelier crystals – thanks so much for sharing !!!!!!
    Love them !
    xoxo

    Reply
  17. Debra says

    March 1, 2018 at 2:41 pm

    Love this. I have some acrylic pendants. Wonder if it work on that. Probably wouldn’t look as nice. I want to try this. Love the idea. Great tutorial.

    Reply
    • Tuula McPhee says

      March 1, 2018 at 8:45 pm

      Thanks Debra! I would give the acrylic ones a try and see. You never know. 🙂

      Reply
      • Debra says

        March 1, 2018 at 9:19 pm

        Thank you, might do that.

        Reply
  18. Dana Salser says

    June 22, 2019 at 5:12 pm

    I have a box of Crystals and I have been wondering for years what to do with them.
    I love this idea!
    Thank you so very much!

    Reply
    • Tuula McPhee says

      June 23, 2019 at 11:03 am

      You’re so welcome Dana! I still use mine on my Christmas tree every year.

      Reply

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