Transferring photos into a pendant can be a bit of a pain, because the shape of the photo must be adjusted to the pendant hole. However, there are some easy solutions, such as printing on parchment paper, duplicating the pendant by photocopying or transferring the shape of the pendant using ink. Choose a method that you think fits the pendant you have so that you can easily insert the photo into the locket.
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Method 1 of 3: Using Oil Paper
Step 1. Open the locket
Lay it flat with the open side facing you.
Step 2. Place the parchment paper on the photo
The inside of the pendant should have a snugly sized slit so the photo doesn't fall out of place. Place a piece of parchment paper over the pendant hole so you can see the gap through the paper.
- If you don't have parchment paper, you can use paper towels or other light, reflective paper.
- Some pendants have slits on both sides so they can hold two photos.
Step 3. Use a pencil to trace the shape of the gap
Slowly, draw a line by imitating the shape of the pendant slit. Try not to damage the paper as this can affect the size and shape of your trace.
Step 4. Cut the pattern that has been made with the paper earlier
Now you have the exact size of the photo to fit into the pendant.
Step 5. Place the pattern on the photo you want
Position it so that the head or the part you want looks perfect when it is inserted into the pendant. Use a pencil to trace the pattern onto the photo.
Step 6. Cut the photo to the same size as the pattern
Use scissors to cut the photo neatly.
Step 7. Paste the photo into the locket gap
Apply glue to the back of the photo. Then insert the photo into the pendant. Press gently so the photo doesn't move from its place.
Step 8. Wait for the glue to dry
The pendant is ready to use when the glue is dry.
Method 2 of 3: Duplicate the Pendant
Step 1. Take your locket to the copier
You are lucky if you have a copier at work. If not, you can take the locket to a copy shop.
- This method is especially suitable for pendants that are flat and flat when opened. If your pendant isn't flat, then you can't make a good duplicate.
- If you have a scanner and printer at home, you can use these too.
Step 2. Open the locket and place it on the copier
Make sure the pendant is properly positioned and aligned. The inside of the pendant should face down.
Step 3. Make a duplicate of it
Make sure the copier settings are correct so the actual size (100%) is not smaller or larger than the actual pendant size.
If you are using a scanner, scan the locket, open the image using a computer and then print it. Make sure your scanner and printer settings are correct for the actual image size (100%)
Step 4. Cut out the shape of the duplicated pendant slit
You can see the line around the pendant gap. Use scissors to slowly cut it. You can use this pattern to crop your photo to the right size.
Step 5. Place the pattern over the photo you want
Position it so that the part of the face or image that you want to insert into the pendant, is not outside the locket gap. Use a pencil to trace the lines in the pattern onto the photo.
Step 6. Cut the photo to the same size as the pattern
Use scissors or a knife to cut the photo to the size of your photo pattern.
Step 7. Paste the photo inside the locket gap
Use glue on the back of the photo. Then slowly, insert the photo into the slit of the pendant. Press to make sure the photo doesn't move.
Step 8. Wait for the glue to dry to seal the pendant
The pendant will be ready to wear when the glue dries.
Method 3 of 3: Using Ink or Paint
Step 1. Take enough ink or paint
It would be better if you use ink or paint that is water based so that it is easy to remove because you will be smearing it directly on your pendant. If you are using paint, apply it lightly on the paper.
- Do not use this method if your pendant is very valuable. Since your pendant will come in direct contact with paint or ink, there is a chance that it will be damaged.
- You may want to try applying the ink or paint first like on the inside of a pendant. Apply a small amount to the center of the pendant. See if the ink or paint is easily removed with a wet cloth or not. If not, then you should try another method.
Step 2. Open your locket and find the photo gap
This is a side pendant with slightly raised edges.
Step 3. Dip the pendant in ink or paint
Don't dip it too much as you'll only need a little at least so you can make a print out of the photo gap.
Step 4. Glue your pendant on a piece of paper
Place it carefully and press. When you lift the pendant, it will form a print on the paper. If the shape of the photo gap is not perfect, then use more ink or paint.
Step 5. Remove the ink or paint from the pendant
It's best if you do it quickly before the liquid dries. Use a tissue dipped in warm water to clean the ink, then dry with a towel.
Step 6. Place the print on the photo you want
Position it so that the part of the face or image that you want to insert into the pendant, is not outside the locket gap. Use a pencil to trace the lines in the pattern onto the photo.
Step 7. Crop the photo until it is the same size as the print
Use scissors or a cutter to cut the photo neatly.
Step 8. Glue the photo into the locket gap
Use glue on the back of the photo. Insert the photo into the pendant. Press gently so that the photo does not come out of its place.
Step 9. Wait for the glue to dry before you close the locket
When the glue dries, the pendant is ready to use.
