I love having a combination of tree ornaments that are the same (a scattering of the same gold glitter stars) and some that are totally different (like having one roller skate, etc.). I always like to make at least one DIY ornament for the tree (I still use these diamond ornaments), and this year I saw some pretty geode ornaments at the store and thought that a set of those all in the same color would be a really pretty addition to our Christmas theme. I found some really pretty lavender geodes online, and it only took a few minutes to make them into hanging works of art!
Supplies:
-small geodes (I used these.)
–liquid gold gilding
–brass wire (16 gauge is a good strength and thickness)
–jewelry pliers and side cutters
-small brush
Use a craft brush to paint the back of each geode with the gold paint. I also brought the paint forward a bit on each one to create a gold rim around the sides as well.
Take your brass wire, and starting 1/2″ down the end of the wire, bend it around the shape of your stone (start at whatever corner you want to be the top of your ornament). When you get back up to the top again, bend your wire into a hook, cut the wire with your pliers, and wind that 1/2″ tail you left at the beginning around the bottom of the hook to secure the sides together.
Since your geode is wrapped in wire but only loosely, slide the loop up a bit, dot a few spots of glue where the wire was sitting, and then slide your wire back in place onto the glue spots. Allow the glue to totally set, and then get ready to hang your pretty stones!
I love the natural element that the stones add to the tree, and the gold gilding looks so pretty with the purple hue. Even though the geode is a bit heavy, the 16 gauge wire is strong enough to easily keep its hook shape while hanging. So you don’t have to worry about rocks randomly crashing to the floor. If you love crystals or geodes, this is a great way to add a little organic sparkle to you holiday decor this year—in fact, I would say it rocks! xo. Laura
Credits//Author + Photography: Laura Gummerman. Photos edited with the NEW A Beautiful Mess actions.
34 Comments
LOVE this! These would make a pretty gift.
But I really came to the comments to ask about your pliers and wire cutter! Are they wrapped in washi tape? Something else? I’ve been trying to figure out how to integrate some of my ugly/bland-looking tools and supplies into my studio.
This is actually the cutest thing I have ever seen! I love it 🙂 x
Becky | http://www.printedforest.com
These look so good with a white tree! This year we have a green tree up, but next year I’ll make sure to get a white tree just for this DIY!
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Is it just me or would these also make adorable earrings with a little tweaking?!
xo, Heather
Geodes are very heavy. You would need very small pieces to make it work.
Thats a wonderful idea, Heather. They could also be an amazing pendant / necklace!!
Oh I love this! It is so pretty!
LOVE it!! 🙂
Such a good idea! the gold goes so well with it 🙂
Oh my this is splendid x
Jessica — NinetyCo
Gorgeous! This are amazing and so unique!
These are so pretty!
It’s strange but I really like it!
My mother-in-law LOVES geodes. I need to forward this to her!
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Yes, they are! It’s a good way to get the color handle you want 😉
Laura
Good thought! Definitely smaller stones though…
Laura 😉
Thsi is so cute. Great DIY.
Nina
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I’m loving how this turned out. Wouldn’t have expected to like it so well http://www.likehanna.com
So cute, Laura! Love your white tree too. You have some seriously chic holiday decor (:
This is a great idea! This would even work for my fellow crystal lovers out there!
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This is so beautiful! What a creative and amazing idea.
The Pale Tails
– Beckie x
Well these are just the prettiest! Major heart eyes!
This is seriously adorable – and I love how you decorated the tools as well!
Lena – http://zoyaandme.com.
How beautiful and precious, I totally love those!
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These are gorgeous! I love them.
Nicky Zeeb xx
Love this! Just been to Berlin, to CRUBA they also featured Crystals, got this Crystal necklace there https://www.cruba.de/collections/accessoires/products/rose-necklace
They look so pretty! And they’re so easy to do!
This is gorgeous! I would love to someday have a tree with nothing but crystals and geodes! Awesome DIY once again.
Ahhhh! Simply stunning!!
Gemma
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Absolutely love it!
Mireia from TGL
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I love these so so much!Pinned this so I remember to make next year!
Cute Idea! But if you don’t have any pieces? Why not make some as a DIY? These look pretty authentic! It is quite easy and you can make them in any colour or size you’d like
http://www.madebybarb.com/2017/05/05/diy-giant-concrete-geode/
I can’t even get over how perfect these would be in my living room!
Love it!