In today’s video you’ll learn how to make this summery leather bracelet with charms, textured metal and a cool clasp.
Not only that, but I share a list of TEN options for other ways you can jazz up a plain leather bracelet.
Several of these ideas would be great for the guys in your life, too!
Leather bracelets are perfect for the upcoming warmer weather because they are lightweight and the material stays comfortable. (Sometimes glass beads feel heavy and sticky on a hot day.)
What are your ideas for upgrading leather jewelry?
For leather you’ll need 14-16 inches 6mm round leather cord such as:
Tools & Materials Shown/Used in Video:
You won’t need them ALL for any one bracelet, this is just everything I showed.
- Antique copper hook clasp or end caps and clasp of your choice
- Rhinestone rondelles with large holes (be sure to double check the size of the hole with the size of your leather cord)
- Large Hole Antique Brass sliders
- Charms of your choice
- 4mm Swarovski crystal cube beads
- head pins
- 6 and 8mm split rings
- chain nose pliers
- bent chain nose pliers
- round nose pliers
- wire cutters
- split ring pliers
- flat nose pliers
- bail making pliers
- 24 gauge copper wire
- 24 gauge copper sheet metal
- metal shears
- metal file
- texturing hammer
- stainless steel bench block
- leather sandbag
- 2 part epoxy
Videos Mentioned:
- DIY Coiled Wire Bails
- Purple & Pink Posy Bracelet (uses violet metallic leather cord)
- How To Make Wrapped Loops For Jewelry Dangles and Beads
- How to Use Split Ring Pliers
Here’s the complete list of ideas:
Enjoy the video and happy creating!
Watch the 10 Ways to Bring a Leather Bracelet From Boring to WOW – Jewelry Tutorial video at YouTube.
Enjoy the video and happy creating!
You sure pack a lot of info in these videos! LOVE the turquoise pebbles and antique copper.
That’s my favorite combination, too!
Hi Everyone, I also love the turquoise color! I think Silver and bright Brass would look cool also ♡
Beautiful! Thanks for Sharing!