Yes, I know, I have to stop making bracelets. It’s an addiction. Is there a support group for this? But I see these fun, colorful wrap bracelets everywhere, and they are sooo easy that even this craft-challenged mom can’t resist.
And seriously J. Crew, $36 for this?
Step 1: Get thee to Goodwill and buy a crazy heinous skirt for $3. Then stop by the hardware store for a dozen or so brass hex nuts at 15 cents each. (You might want to pick up a few extra to make this bracelet.)
And you’ve shelled out about $5. (Why are all my projects $5? It’s not a Lincoln conspiracy, I promise.)
Step 2: Cut a piece about 4 inches wide. Thinner is okay (not too much or it will just look sad), but you can’t go much thicker because your hex nuts won’t fit. Length can vary – the longer it is the more times it will wrap on your wrist. Also, the ragged edges are cool so don’t stress about hemming or fraying.
Step 3: Tie a knot in one end and twist the entire length.
Step 4: Feed your hex nuts on, spacing them however you want. Don’t glue them on – the width of the fabric will be enough to keep them in place. Plus then you can adjust them after you put the bracelet on.
Step 5: Tie the two ends together in a knot so it forms a circle.
Step 6: Wind it around your wrist! You can move the hex nuts around for a better visual.
I love the chance to wear a bold color. So, obviously, I’m a bracelet person. What types of jewelry do you favor?
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that’s a nice idea! I’ll try to do it some day!
I don’t consider myself a jewelry person, but this – I must make and have. I love the style and simplicity. Found this on Pinterest, so happy to have found your site! Good luck weathering the first trimester… I just made it through mine, and I promise, there is light at the end of that tunnel.
Could cut up the rest of the skirt for a scarf to match.
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lovely! i just went through my closet and found a bunch of old clothes to upcycle, and this is definitely going to be on my project list…thanks for the inspiration!
This is great!! I love it! Makes me want to go to G-dub and my hardware store now!! Thanks for the tutorial!
I am so impressed. Who would have thought that you could use hex nuts to make jewelry? Love it, Please stop by http://www.laughloveandcraft.com and link up to my Share the Wealth Wednesday Link Party!
Love it, I have been wanting to try something like this myself. Thanks for the motivation.
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Necklace girl. But you've got me thinking. Got a heinous t-shirt right here at the ready.
I'm sorry,
But I WANT THAT SKIRT
is that bad?
I have a dear friend that would wear this and I have some clothes that are sadly in need of being cut up.
Love me some fabric bracelets and this one's great! Thanks!
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love it! so great looking
KAT
eeek! i want one!!! i've got to try this out — love it!
Let me know how it turns out! (Love your blog title!) :)
Super cute! LOVE the idea! I'm visiting from Tip Junkie!
I really love the simplicity of this! I have liked the whole hex nut bracelet trend, but I think that a bracelet with them all braided together is too overpowering on my little wrist. This is a really great idea! Thanks so much for sharing!
I LOVE the bracelet idea!!! I'm going to have to try that out. Thanks!
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SUPER cute! I love it. Posted about it at my blog, Nikki Rae's, and linked back to your post.
Oooo I love this! I love the color you chose. I’ll be linking today!
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Cool! I tend to forget to put on jewelry :( .
I made the other bracelet you mention here with full-sized hex nuts and some yarn (bulky weight? heavy worsted? Lost the label!). It didn’t work out as I’d hoped :\ . I might have to spring for some heavier twine—and/or use shorter jam nuts like the ones you have here.
Anytime you can save $30 is a good day! Nice knock off. Thanks for linking up with DIY under $5!
Love this idea! simple and very stylish! I´m a new follower now! ciao
What a cute idea! Love that you spent so much less on it.
I love the bracelets you are making! Maybe you need to make a little shop with all your DIY creations… I am so impressed with your creative ideas–you must have gotten all the creative genes, but I can appreciate :)
Lol…Lincoln conspiracy :) I love the wrap…and the skirt…cheap crafts are the best!
Wow! Very cute idea.
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I love this bracelet… I'm going to have to try it.. thank you for sharing the steps.. so simple and beautiful.
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OMG. That looks awesome!
Great job.
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xo
babymama
This is so beautiful! No don't stop making bracelets…I love your little creations!
XO
Delighted Momma
I'm a new follower! :)
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man- now i gotta do that one too….. though i am SURE i have a heinous skirt around here somewhere :) would be a great anklet.
SO cute!!!! Orangies Attic
Awww! I kind of like that skirt! LOL I don't think it's "heinous". I don't know, maybe I just like orange. Cute idea, thanks!! I've seen the braided hex nut bracelts before and they were cute too. Have a great day! And just to remind you, I hav the "Sit and Relax Weekend hop" starting tonight at 10PM EST. Come join us!!
Michelle
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