How to Get Bling Approved in IMVU

Print this articleThe chat website IMVU allows users to create small icons, called badges, and share them with other members. These images contain graphics or words to represent different groups, products, activities, social causes or opinions. Because many IMVU members collect bling as status symbols to show their high level of involvement in the site, users commonly refer to badges as "bling." To place a piece of bling on your homepage, you must request approval from the badge's creator. Although many bling creators offer automatic approval, some people require you go through a more extensive approval process.

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Go to the badge creator's profile page, also called a homepage. Click the "Request Badge" link under the bling you want.

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Enter an explanation of why you want the badge in the text box that appears. Tell the creator why you admire the badge or why you think it fits your personality, beliefs, profile or avatar. Be polite in your request. Say "please" and "thank you" to avoid a demanding tone.

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Click "Send Request." The creator will receive a badge request message on their homepage.

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Wait for the bling creator to approve your request. You will receive a message on your homepage when this happens.

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Do not send multiple requests unless the creator's homepage states for you to do so if you haven't heard back within a certain time frame. Doing so may make the creator feel you are being too pushy or demanding and may make them not want to approve your request.

Do not complain about the badge creator on the IMVU forums or in chat rooms. Doing so may get back to the creator, who may then choose not to approve your request.

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Handmade Jewelry Braided Necklace

Print this articleMany children enjoy crafts that involve making jewelry by hand. While some jewelry crafts can be quite involved, such as making beads from clay and similar activities, making basic jewelry such as bracelets, anklets and necklaces is ideal for young children. Handmade necklaces, which are always a popular option, make the perfect rainy-day craft. Braiding lengths of jewelry cord and other materials, which kids can master with practice, adds interesting detail to these projects.

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Handmade braided necklaces can be made from a wide variety of materials. Jewelry cord can be purchased in different colors and is the material normally chosen for making items such as necklaces. If you do not have jewelry cord on hand, braided necklaces can be made easily using household materials such as yarn and string. Lengths of leather cord in shades of brown lend a different, more rustic look to braided necklaces; necklaces made from leather cord could, for example, be paired with a classroom unit on Native Americans.

Braiding

Braiding is a simple skill that children will be able to employ in a wide variety of craft activities. Take three equal lengths of jewelry cord and cross the strand on the left over the strand in the middle, so that it becomes the new middle strand. Next, cross the strand on the right over the newly-formed middle strand, and pull the lengths of jewelry cord tight. Repeat this process, crossing the strands over one another and pulling them taut, until you reach the end of the cord.

Procedure

To create a handmade braided necklace, take three equal lengths of jewelry cord, or your preferred material, and tie a knot approximately two inches down from the top. Tape the jewelry cord to a hard surface such as a table and braid the three lengths together until there is only two inches of jewelry cord remaining. Tie another knot to secure your braided necklace; the extra length at either end will be used to secure the necklace around your neck.

Pendants and Beads

Add detail to handmade braided necklaces by threading pendants or colorful beads onto the braid before tying it around your neck. Add a number of colored beads in an interesting pattern, such as that of the rainbow, or choose a pendant that represents something important to you, such as your faith, astrological sign or favorite animal. Necklace pendants and beads can be purchased from craft stores.

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How to Make a Glitter Tiara

Print this articleWearing a tiara can accent a special event such as a prom, debut, charity ball or even a wedding. You can purchase various styles and tiara types at dress or department stores, or make your own customized tiara. All you need are a few supplies, including jewelry wire, glitter and glitter glue.

Related Searches:Difficulty:ModerateInstructions Things You'll NeedWire cuttersSuperglueGlitterGlitter glueMetal headbandSilver jewelry wireJewelry pliersSuggest Edits1

Cut 25 pieces of jewelry wire about 7 inches in length with your wire cutters.

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Wrap the bottom pieces of the jewelry wire onto your metal headband. Start from the middle and work your way outward.

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Arrange the wires into arches or position them so they look like twigs on a tree.

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Secure the wires to the metal headband with superglue, and allow the glue to dry.

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Place glitter glue over the superglue and on top of all the shaped wires. Sprinkle the glue with glitter and shake off any excess. Allow the glitter glue and glitter to dry before using.

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How to Make a T Bar Jewelry Display

Print this articleCreating jewelry, whether for your own personal collection and gifts or to sell at craft fairs, provides a relaxing outlet for your creative energy, but it also leaves you with a good amount of bracelets and necklaces that need a home. Keep all those colorful accessories organized on a homemade t-stand. Set the t-stand on top of your dresser to store your own personal jewelry collection, or use it at craft fairs so customers can easily see the goods you have available.

Related Searches:Difficulty:EasyInstructions Things You'll Need10-inch long, 1 1/4-inch diameter wooden dowelRulerPencilDrill1-inch wood-boring drill bit6-inch diameter, 1/2-inch thick wood plaqueWood glue1-inch diameter, 9-inch long wooden dowelRagAcrylic paintPaintbrushSuggest Edits1

Find the center of the 1 1/4-inch diameter wooden dowel's length using a ruler. Make a small dot at the center with a pencil. Drill a 1/2-inch deep, 1-inch diameter hole at that center point using a wood-boring bit.

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Find the center of the 6-inch diameter, 1/2-inch thick wood plaque, and make a small dot with your pencil there. Drill a 1/4-inch deep, 1-inch diameter hole at the mark.

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Put a generous amount of wood glue in each hole. Insert each end of the 1-inch diameter wooden dowel in one of the holes. Use a rag to wipe away any excess glue that squeezes out from the holes. Let the wood glue dry for an hour.

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Sand the t-stand to remove any rough edges and create an ideal surface for paint to adhere to. Paint the stand with a thin layer of acrylic paint. Let the paint dry for an hour. Paint a second thin coat of paint on the stand for complete coverage. Let the second coat dry for two hours.

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How to Clean Lacquered Jewelry

Inexpensive costume jewelry often features a lacquer finish.

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Lacquer is a polymer-based coating that some jewelry makers use to add a shiny finish to earrings, pendants and other costume pieces. Lacquer helps protect the finish and seals in color so that the piece will wear well. If you clean a lacquered piece with an abrasive cleanser, you risk damaging both the finish and the jewelry piece itself. Thankfully, the same shiny finish the lacquer imparts to jewelry also makes it easy to clean without resorting to chemicals or rough brushing.

Related Searches:Difficulty:EasyInstructions Things You'll NeedOld soft toothbrushMild soap or dish detergentSoft towelsSuggest Edits1

Bring the jewelry to a sink for easy access to water. If your jewelry pieces are very small, make sure the drain is partially closed before you begin.

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Dip the toothbrush in warm water and add a dot of detergent. Gently brush all surfaces of the lacquered jewelry, including clasps and crevices.

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Hold the jewelry under warm running water to rinse.

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Pat dry with a soft towel.

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Lay a clean towel on the counter top and spread the damp jewelry on it to dry completely. Leave the jewelry overnight for best results; putting it in a jewelry box while it is still damp could damage the finish.

Tips & Warnings

Simply wiping the jewelry with a soft cloth after you wear it will help maintain the shine of your piece.

Apply hairspray before you put on your jewelry; hairspray can cause buildup and require frequent cleaning.

You can use toothpaste in place of soap if desired.

Don't use acetone-based cleaners on costume jewelry; it could melt the finish.

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How to Display Your Homemade Jewelry for Showing

"The way to display homemade jewelry depends on the type of jewelry you are displaying, the color of the item and the space you have for showing." class

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How to Make an Enclosed Jewelry Organizer

Recycle an egg carton by spray painting it and storing jewelry inside.

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Unorganized jewelry can cost you money in terms of broken or missing pieces. You might not be able to fix twisted or tangled chains and end up ruining a favorite bracelet or necklace. Organize your jewelery in enclosed and hidden containers for an out-of-sight solution to stray pieces of jewelry on top of your dresser. Your jewelry will last longer, and you will be able to keep coordinating pieces of jewelry together.

Related Searches:Difficulty:Moderately EasyInstructions Things You'll NeedEgg cartonSpray paintSuggest Edits1

Spray paint a cardboard egg carton and allow to dry completely.

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Insert the egg carton carefully into your drawer. Leave the top and bottom attached.

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Use the egg sections to store earrings, bracelets, rings and necklaces. Use the upside down top side to store bigger pieces that will not tangle.

Tips & Warnings

Use pretty, vintage teacups and saucers, matching or not, picked up from thrift stores or yard sales. Store these in a drawer, out of sight. Keep jewelry out of sight in these.

Store jewelry in the "cupcakes" of a tin for another option. Spray paint the tin if desired.

Buy mini baggies that zip close in various sizes at craft stores to keep matching jewelry sets together. If you need to travel, you can grab a baggie without having to dig for your matching jewelry. Punch holes at the top of each baggie, insert on a large key ring and store in a hidden spot in a closet or drawer. The baggies will also keep jewelry from scratching each other.

You can use foam egg cartons but the paint will not hold quite as well.

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