03 March 2011

Wrist-y Business


If you've been following my blog, you know that
I like making jewelry from recycled odds & ends.
I've made earrings, necklaces, brooches and cuffs:

Here's one I made using the cardboard ring that once
contained packing tape.

And here's another one made of covered bottle caps.

I've got a little crush on a good black cuff, so it's no surprise
that I'm making another one.

This time using these blah empty paper towel rolls.

It's simple: Cut the paper towel roll into rings
{about 6 to 8 pieces}.

Make a slit on one end of each ring.

Pile them on top of each other to make a letter C,
gluing them together as you go along.
Use a binder clip if necessary to hold these in place.
Once the glue has dried, trim the excess cardboard
for a clean edge.

Then cover the cardboard cuff with fabric scraps
in the color of your choosing.

Now the fun part -- decorating!

I sewed on clear beads, silver findings and
this antique-looking clasp.

The clasp helps tighten the cuff.
I suggest you wear the cuff first & mark the area
where you want to place the clasps before
sewing them on.

A ribbon & buckle, a button & elastic tape or a
lock & chain are possible alternatives to help you
adjust the size and add decorative value as well.

Happy crafting!

6 comments:

  1. ,,,oh my!,,,this has to be one of my fav projects,,,love, love, LOVE!!!,,,(smile)

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  2. Thanks Rebecca! Your enthusiasm is infectious! :)

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  3. Wow... this is a lovely one! I love these bangles! Gotto try them!

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  4. Thanks Carolyn! I hope to see what you make :)

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  5. Hi Claire! love, love, love the bracelet cuff... will have to try one soon! have a great weekend!

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  6. Thanks so much Anita! I'm having a good weekend, hope you are, too! :)

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