Note: Components and tools listed within this INSTRUCTIONS box and the printer-friendly PDF, if available, may have been discontinued since
this project was published. Refer to the PURCHASE COMPONENTS and TOOLS AND OTHER SUPPLIES sections for current availability.
If you're new to metal stamping, you can check out our video on how to use
metal punches to get started. In addition to the materials listed, you will also need some paper towels. Tip: The BeadSmith stamps don't need to be hit as hard as the ImpressArt stamps. Buy an extra stamping blank to practice on if you're not sure how much pressure to use.
- Begin by watching the metal stamping technique shown in the first half of our video, how to metal punch bracelet blanks and use the EZ Bender tool (you can disregard the instructions for using the EZ Bender tool).
- Using ImpressArt stamp straight tape, visualize and map out where you want your words to go. Use the BeadSmith lowercase handwritten letter punches and the ImpressArt uppercase newsprint letter punches to punch the phrase, "let GO & let GOD" onto the blank (see photo for placement reference).
- Squeeze some ImpressArt stamp enamel into the letter impressions and wipe away the excess with a paper towel.
- Using pliers, open a jump ring. Slide it through the hole at the top of the stamped pendant and attach it to your finished chain necklace. Close the jump ring. Enjoy your necklace!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
- PND-9040 - ImpressArt Soft Strike Blanks, Flat Drop Pendant 22.5 x 18.5mm, 1 Piece, Pewter
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.
- XTL-6235 - ImpressArt Stamp Enamel, Darkens Stamped Impressions, 1.1 Ounce Bottle
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.
- AXC-98929 - Gun Metal Plated Fine Cable Chain Necklace - 2x1.8mm Links 18 Inches Long
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.
- FJR-5295 - Gun Metal Plated Open Jump Rings 5mm 22 Gauge (100)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.
RECOMMENDED TOOLS:- XTL-0753 - Beadsmith 27 Piece Lowercase Handwritten Alphabet Letters A-Z Punch Set For Metal 2mm
- XTL-0980 - ImpressArt 33-Piece Deluxe Uppercase Alphabet Stamps 'Newsprint' 1/8 Inch (3mm) - 1 Set
- XTL-0277 - ImpressArt Brass Hammer For Metal Stamping - 1 Pound - 1 Piece
- XTL-0250 - Eurotool Bench Block Helper - Rubber Base With Interchangeable Steel And Nylon Blocks
- XTL-0199 - Impress Art Stamp Straight Tape - For Metal Punches - Lines Up Letters Perfectly
- XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose
- XTL-5514 - Beadsmith Jewelry Fine Round Nose Micro Pliers