DIY Pretty - Chain and Ribbon Bracelet

Chain and Ribbon Bracelet.

Here's a pretty bracelet I created a few days ago that I've not been able to take off my arm since! =)

This is how you can make one for yourself too.

Things you will need:

1. Two strands of ribbon about the same size. Cut longer ones so it can be adjusted later on.
2. One metal chain
3. A jewellery connector
4. Plier
5. Scissor
6. Matchbox

Step 1. This step requires a little caution on your part.

Using your matchstick, lightly burn the ends of your ribbon to seal them. You will see it melt to form a thicker outer layer. This will ensure that your ribbon doesn't fray later on. 

Be careful not to let the flame get too close to your ribbon or you will be left with some not so pretty brown ends. 

Step 2. Align the ribbons and chain in the same form as the picture to your right and make a knot.

Step 3. Preferably with the help of another person, you can start braiding it. Once you have a braid long enough to cover your hand. Knot the other end.

Step 4. Cut the excess ribbon and remove the excess chain with the help of your pliers. Seal the ends of the ribbon with your matchstick and hook on your jewellery connector using your pliers. Using the pliers may be a little hard but you'll get a hang of it! =)

These are the basic steps to create your own bracelet. You can experiment using things like different colored string, pieces of leather, lace and the likes! Enjoy! =)

Chain and Ribbon Bracelet.

Here's a pretty bracelet I created a few days ago that I've not been able to take off my arm since! =)

This is how you can make one for yourself too.

Things you will need:

1. Two strands of ribbon about the same size. Cut longer ones so it can be adjusted later on.
2. One metal chain
3. A jewellery connector
4. Plier
5. Scissor
6. Matchbox

Step 1. This step requires a little caution on your part.

Using your matchstick, lightly burn the ends of your ribbon to seal them. You will see it melt to form a thicker outer layer. This will ensure that your ribbon doesn't fray later on. 

Be careful not to let the flame get too close to your ribbon or you will be left with some not so pretty brown ends. 

Step 2. Align the ribbons and chain in the same form as the picture to your right and make a knot.

Step 3. Preferably with the help of another person, you can start braiding it. Once you have a braid long enough to cover your hand. Knot the other end.

Step 4. Cut the excess ribbon and remove the excess chain with the help of your pliers. Seal the ends of the ribbon with your matchstick and hook on your jewellery connector using your pliers. Using the pliers may be a little hard but you'll get a hang of it! =)

These are the basic steps to create your own bracelet. You can experiment using things like different colored string, pieces of leather, lace and the likes! Enjoy! =)