How to Make an Earth Pendant for Earth Day

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Find a small picture of the earth.

   You may find one on decorative paper, in magazines or print 1 out from the Internet.
   
   Choose between a picture of the Eastern or Western hemisphere.
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   Step 2: Find or buy a piece of acetate.

   Flexible acetate sheets are available at scrapbooking and craft stores.
   
   You can also use wax paper. , Tape the acetate over the top of the printout with masking tape, in order to ensure it will stay as you make your pendant. , Place 2 tsp. of glue in 1 container and add some drops of blue food coloring.
   
   Mix 2 tsp. of glue with 2 to 3 drops of green food coloring in another container.
   
   Mix the glue and food coloring well with a spoon or toothpick. , Follow the blue areas on the earth image underneath. , Make sure your brush strokes are fairly thick, so that it will not be flimsy when you finish the pendant. , Unbend it so that it is in a triangle form with the apex at the top.
   
   Place it inside the glue, allowing it to sink to the bottom.
   
   Allow the glue to dry for 1 to 2 days. ,, Place it around your neck to wear the pendant.
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   Step 3: Place the piece of acetate or wax paper over the top of the earth printout.

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   Step 4: Mix some colored glue inside plastic lids or small glass containers.

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   Step 5: Dip a paintbrush in the blue glue and apply it to the acetate sheet.

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   Step 6: Dip another paintbrush into the green glue and paint on the green parts of the globe.

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   Step 7: Grab a small paperclip.

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   Step 8: Peel it back from the acetate sheet when it is completely dry.

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   Step 9: Thread a chain or piece of string through the apex of the paper clip.

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