How to Make a Statement Ring

This DIY jewelry tutorial is a little different, instead of relying on beads, pins and wire to create a ring, this design uses a flat bed ring finding and an assortment of bright and shiny materials to make a statement. All you need to construct a ring like this are your materials and some strong glue.

To make this design you will need to use the following tools and materials:

1: Glue. When I am working with translucent materials I prefer to use Araldite glue. Using super glue or hot glue from a glue gun can affect the appearance of your materials and the finish of your overall design.

2: A skewer or stick for mixing and applying the glue.

3: A piece of paper or plastic to mix your glue on.

4: A flat bed ring finding.

5: A base piece to build your decoration on. In this design I used a piece of green laser cut acrylic.

6: Decorations. For this design I used two faux pearls and a large pink rhinestone.

The Steps:

1: Squeeze some glue out of the tube, Araldite is a two part glue that requires mixing to make it set. You might need to mix a few batches as the glue can harden while you are waiting for your components to dry. I recommend using this glue in a well ventilated area.

2: Mix the glue carefully using the skewer.

3: Add some glue to the end of the skewer and carefully apply it to the pink rhinestone centerpiece.

4: Carefully place the rhinestone onto the green backing piece. Once the piece is in place, begin adding glue in the same manner to the pearl decorations, placing them either side of the pink rhinestone centerpiece.

5: Once all your decorations are in place, let the piece sit for a few minutes to dry. Try to keep the piece flat to prevent the decorations from sliding around on the base piece.

6: Once the ring decoration is dry, turn it over to prepare for the attachment of the ring finding.

7: Add some glue to the flat part of the ring finding. You might have to mix up some more glue at this stage as your initial batch may have hardened.

8: Carefully place the ring finding onto the backside of the base piece so that it sits directly behind the pink rhinestone centerpiece.

9: You might need to hold the piece still until it begins to dry. Alternatively, you can prop it up, being careful to keep the piece straight so that the ring finding doesn’t move and set in the wrong spot.

Once all the components are dry and set in place your stunning statement ring is ready to wear!