Whisk Jewelry Tree

I came across a cute little project a couple weeks ago and immediately had to give it a shot. I saw it at http://www.vivelyonline.com/2010/09/jewelery-tree-stand-from-whisk.html and was inspired. It is a unique jewelry hanging tree made from a few cheap items and most importantly, a whisk. Yes, a whisk, as in a kitchen utensil. The funny thing is the exact same day I came across this I pulled my old whisk out of the drawer and noticed it rusted. I am a little bit of a hoarder and couldn't bear to throw it away, so I sat it aside in my junk drawer. Then, boom, I saw this project and knew it was meant to be. Most the items I used were around my house. All together I spent 25 cents! The shiny green decor was in the Christmas mark downs at the Dollar Tree for 25 cents-I love that store!

Materials Needed:

1 Whisk-I had mine already
1 Vase-I had this already also
Rocks or Stones-you can pick these up at the dollar store or just find them outside like I did.
Decorations-anything that shows your personality or taste
Wire Cutters (not shown)
Pliers (not shown)

1. First you will need to take the wire cutters and cut the loops on the whisk. Try to cut the loops different lengths to give it a unique look. I'm not sure what was up with my wire cutters, but it wasn't really easy to cut the loops. So be careful and take your time, and don't be afraid to ask the mister for help like I did.

2. Take you pliers and arrange the loops in your desired design.

3. If you are using pearls or anything else that needs to hang on the loops before you roll the ends, go ahead and put them on now. Pearls or beads make a great way to hold earring in place on the wires. I used little glittery styrophome balls I found at my house.

4. Next, take the pliers and roll or bend the ends of the loop wires so they aren't sharp and pointy. I actually used the same lil glittery balls on the ends so they aren't a disaster waiting to happen.

5. After completing all the wire loops, place the whisk in the vase and fill the vase with rocks or stones. This is will give the vase some weighted stability and if you are using a clear vase, it will give it some visual effect.

6. Now, decorate the vase with whatever you want. Have fun with it. Give it some spunk and spice. And TA-DA!