When I had a record player, I had various incarnations of these 45 rpm adapters lying around. The one pictured here on my “People are People” single has become a symbol of music enthusiasts. I originally purchased these as earrings from a jewelry designer at a a craft fair a few years ago. Because the guage of the wire used to attach the earring hooks was so light, they broke after one wearing. Inspired by one of my blogger friends and favorite DIY mavens, Madison of Fashion Tales, I decided to repair them using some jewelry making supplies I bought a few months ago. The bright yellow color made them perfect for this summer and any upcoming concerts or festivals that I’ll be attending. I think I’m going to hit up my local DJ supply store and make a few more of these earrings!
Step 1. I used a long post & earring hook from a jewelry making kit.
Step 2. I then used a pair of precision pliers to attach the post to the earring hook, then wrapped the other end around the top of the adapter.
Instant earrings!
Aww, Cy thanks for the mention, so flattered to be an inspiration. Your earrings look fantastic, clever execution dear! xo
Thank you and you definitely are an inspiration, Madison! I see your DIY posts and you are so actively updating and creating, I needed to do the same with so many things in my own closet and jewelry box!
xoxo
Simply awesome! I have some of those adapters lying around my record collection still. I need to make myself a pair of these pronto!
Remember Rhino Records’ campaign, “Save the LP”? I still have that pin!
I wore them to the Madness concert last year and got a lot of compliments.
I remember that campaign! Have you heard of the Record Store Day campaign? It’s a campaign that embodies the same idea, but really saving the independent music store.
xoxo
I haven’t heard of Record Store Day campaign! I totally support that! I used to go to Blue Meannie in El Cajon and the original Off the Record on El Cajon (near College Ave). Remember Licorice Pizza (I know that’s not an indie store, but how I miss LP’s)? S
I totally remember Licorice Pizza! There was one in Chula Vista, where the Carls Jr is now on Broadway. I used to go there.
xoxo