Cross for necklace
Cross to wear as a necklace. Its non-denominational, but could be worn as a religious ornament. Finished with a food-grade oil (just in case a toddler gets one.) Each cross is about 2-⅜" x 2" x ¼" in size. The crosses weigh close to nothing. These are sold as a single item, as each are made from different wood.
The choices of wood are cherry and spalted maple (two variations), but there are several styles with each having a color scheme and "bling" layout. To keep the cost down, we leave plenty of room for you to customize the bling. See the note about customizing for links to materials.
SHIPPING: This item ships economically USPS with First Class Package 9½"x6½"x2½". We can also ship Priority Pad Env 9½"x12½"x1" if you want it more quickly. Please choose one shipping method at checkout.
These are handmade in my workshop in the USA! NOTE: The look of wood products can vary greatly, and your screen may not show the exact look of the product that you receive.
Information
These crosses were developed with features of many of the historical examples of crosses described below. The design is robust, but delicate at the same time. Each design has its own variation in wood and "bling."
Most wood is not forgiving of abuse and these crosses are no exception. The narrow parts of the "arms" can be easily broken with pressure in the wrong place. Care must be taken when wearing, and treat your cross with care as if it is fine furniture. A neckless is not provided, because there is no way to compete with Chinese produced products. A local jeweler can supply a well-made chain, or one could just pull a lace out of an old shoe. Some folks have suggested that these would make nice earrings since they are so light. It might be worth a getting two just to try that.
DIFFERENT CROSSES FROM HISTORY
Latin/Roman - Cross with a longer descending arm. Along with the Greek cross, it is the most common form. It represents the cross of Jesus' crucifixion.
Byzantine cross - Upright cross with outwardly widening ends. It is often seen in relics from the late antique and early medieval Byzantine Empire (until c.800) and was adopted by other Christian cultures of the time, such as the Franks and Goths.
Sacred Heart - A depiction of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, featuring flames, a crown of thorns, and a Latin Cross.
Tau cross - A T-shaped cross. Also called the Saint Anthony's cross, the Saint Francis' cross and crux commissa.
Cross of Saint John - A Latin cross with the crossing point, starting initially as wide permanent and widening only at its end to the outside arms. It is not to be confused with the Maltese cross, also known as the St. John's cross. In heraldry, it is a common figure in coat of arms.
Celtic Cross - Essentially a Greek or Latin cross, with a circle enclosing the intersection of the upright and crossbar, as in the standing High crosses.Customizing Specifications
Make it your own! Its easy now that we've done the hard part in making the cross. Of course, we recommend you buy two crosses to maximize your bling!
Here's a couple of Internet links to materials that you can use to customize your cross in a way that is unique with various colors and sizes (we use SS6 rhinestones):
Place a small spot (about the diameter of a toothpick) of Tacky Glue where you want a spot of bling. Then pick up a bling with tweezers and get close and drop it onto the glue. Move it around with the tweezers until is is just right. Then press it down lightly with the tweezers. This makes a very thin layer of glue which is the strongest bond you can get.
Don't worry about the squeezed out glue. It dries clear, so you won't see it. Don't mess with the cross for at least 8 hours just to be sure the glue has set.
Have fun doing it! Bring your friends together and show them how to make a unique-to-them cross.