I have some simply bracelets that I made with just a few frugal supplies. I have been designing jewelry for about 6 years, just have not for a long time. So here is my the 1st I have created to share with you in a while.
It is a simple version of a beaded bracelet, the only tool is a pair of scissors, cording of your choice, 4 little beads and a cute button {wish I had my grandmothers button drawer now, I always enjoyed playing in her button drawer}. You can always add many more beads as I have seen done, but I chose to only add the four silver beads and” silver heart button” to match.
To start I cut the cording to about 14 inches to allow for the knots on the bracelet and if you use heavier cording or thin leather you would need to adjust. The closure is created when you tie your last knot, as the loop slips over the button.
For different wrist sizes you would want to adjust placement of beads and knots to accommodate the wrist size.
This is such a easy design that you could make it in about 10 minutes once you have your supplies assembled. And would be a great project that could be done as a group. You could make an arm full in an hour which would be fun to stack or add with other bracelets and a watch.
The colors are endless and I chose green as it is one of the key colors for fall as I plan on incorporating into my wardrobe. There is a Pantone color chart below of Fall colors for clothing, fashion, jewelry and home decor, so choose your favorites in any variation from the darkest to the lightest.
And I have one more to share from Kim at Made In A Day, these darling rope bracelets that were her inspiration from Anthropology Inspired. These would have cost $118.00 and for just a few dollars she created these, I love her ideas, the rings make these bracelets unique. You can find Kim’s tutorial on Made In A Day These would look great with jeans or skirt and denim jacket!! Another inspiration from Kim at Made In A Day are these great bracelets that would go with anyone wardrobe are her “Charming Bracelets”, there are great variations and you use colors that will work the best.
Images above from Charming Bracelets
( by HonestlyWTF)
You’ll need:
1.5 yards of waxed linen cord
50 – 70 size 8/o seed beads
a 10-13mm two hole button
scissors
And you can find the complete instructions for these beaded bracelets on
There is so much inspiration on Pinterest and blogs it would be very easy to make some new additions for your fall wardrobe with only a few supplies. Most things can be purchased at Michael’s or JoAnns. Hope you enjoyed!! And if your interested to share your DIY Jewelry, or fall accessories please do so!! We would love to see.
Linking to:
http://www.alifeinbalance.net/fabulously-frugal-thursday-linky-party http://katherinescorner.com/2014/09/10/thursday-favorite-things-blog-hop-156/ http://organized31.com/2014/09/inspire-us-thursday-link-party-66.html http://www.thenewlywedpilgrimage.com/moonlight-mason-jars/link-party-72-crafts/#sthash.94VHJRnG.QoFpnZjF.dpbs
I love your bracelets, so simple to make but very pretty.
I’ve linked up quite a few of my jewellery projects to your link party. If that’s too many please feel free to delete a few. Thanks
I’m definitely in the mood for fall right now, so I’m soaking up your posts 😉