Sunday, May 25, 2014

Redsigning Rhinestones

 "I never let a rhinestone go unturned." ~Dolly Paron~

These rhinestone earrings are actually buttons from a vintage sweater I bought in a thrift shop years ago. I never wore the sweater, but I love the buttons. When I was going though all my knick knacks the other day, I came across these forgotten little treasures. Rhinestones are big in many fashion styles. You could say they're a trend, but really they are classic as classic can be.

Rhinestone Drop Earrings with Sterling Silver Wires
The stone itself is about 12mm, set in a stainless steel back with prongs holding it. I bent one of the prongs and looped it through an ear wire. Voila'
Every time I wear these dazzling sparklers, compliments abound.  They go with everything, even my p.j.'s
Moral of the story: One woman's clutter is another woman's treasure.