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Sequin Bracelet Tutorial - 12/02/2008

Over the extended weekend I had so much time to actually do some things I've been planning forever. I got a couple pairs of pants hemmed, some buttons/clasps sewn on. I pestered my husband into putting up the new drapes I got for our bedroom. I put up the tree, wrapped the presents, got the holiday cards done. I'm also planning on making my own clothing detergent. (I'll let you know how it goes!)

Anyway, one of the DIY things I've been wanting to try this quick bracelet idea I had which was inspired by a couple shirts with sequin trim that I haven't been wearing.

While I was out shopping for Christmas presents I kept an eye out for cheap plastic bangle bracelets. I scored at the Target dollar area. I found blue leopard print and red glittery.

So, I gathered my supplies: sequin trimmed shirt, glue, plastic bangle bracelets, scissors.

Then, I cut the sequin trim as close to the edge as I could without snipping any of the treading that holds them to the material.

Once the trim was off, I cut carefully at the seam so the sequin trim is in a long strip.

Then, I used the glue to adhere it to the bracelet, pressing down as I went. Once the sequin strip is around the bracelet one whole time I carefully lined it up & cut it so that the ends met perfectly. I reinforced the seam where they met with extra glue underneath. Also, I ran more glue around each edge so the sequin strip wasn't loose at all - no floppy edges!

And then, ta-da! Behold, super cute bangle bracelet with a do-it-yourself bent:

Depending on how wide your sequin strips and bangles are you will get either a solid look (like the one above) or a cool tone on tone or contrasting look (like the blue & coral bracelet in the photo at the top of this post). So, that's it. DIY doesn't have to be complicated to be fun & sassy!

Labels: Crafting and Creating, Tutorials

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10 comments

10 Comments:

Those are so awesome! What a great idea! I'm inspired

By Annie, at December 2, 2008 8:02 PM

Thanks! I'm so glad. I'll be enjoying your blog now too as I've added it to my 'must read' list. :)

By MissAmyShops, at December 3, 2008 7:28 PM

Added yours to mine as well! I'm glad you commented--I'm totally going to do one of these. I'll make a post of it and give you props when I do :)

By Annie, at December 3, 2008 7:40 PM

I am a massive sequin devotee, so trust me when I say that I am well and truly in love - it's gorgeous!

By Miss_Corrine, at December 6, 2008 2:01 AM

http://anniespandex.com/jewelry/i-made-a-sequined-bangle/
Here it is! It's not as neat as yours--I went a little barbaric and used duct tape, lol, but I love it! Thanks for the inspiration!

By Annie, at December 6, 2008 4:04 AM

Fabulous idea! It turned out perfect! {found you through ASpandex} :)

By ...love Maegan, at December 8, 2008 12:26 PM

hi ...love Maegan. I checked out your blog - you are fabulous! Welcome to my blogroll :)

By MissAmyShops, at December 8, 2008 3:05 PM

and Miss Corrine - I'll be keeping up with you now, you're on "the list" :)

By MissAmyShops, at December 8, 2008 3:05 PM

Great ideas. I found you through the stumble-a-thon.

By Vicky, at December 9, 2008 2:27 PM

thanks vicky! i'm glad you liked. i checked out your blog too. i hear ya about not wanting to work out at night - ick!

By MissAmyShops, at December 9, 2008 3:35 PM