Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need:
- leather cord
- clasp
- Super glue
- tape
- cardboard
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Step 1
Use a leather cord cut into 3 equal lengths, or use 3 cords of complementary shades or colors.
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Step 2
Tape the three cords to a sheet of cardboard or a piece of wood.
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Step 3
Braid the three strips together until your bracelet is the desired length.
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Step 4
Add a little dab of glue to the end of the bracelet so that it doesn't unravel. Let it dry.
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Step 5
Repeat the process for the other end of the bracelet.
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Step 6
When both ends are dry, add the clasp you have chosen. Follow the directions for attaching the clasp. In general, slide the ends of the clasp over the ends of the bracelet. Add another dab of glue to secure the clasp into place. Let dry.
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Step 7
Inspect the bracelet to make certain that it opens and closes with ease. The bracelet is now ready to wear.
Comments
zahzel said
on 5/23/2009 Good article. How easy is it to attach to leather(the clasp)? Z
rckymtnhome said
on 5/23/2009 Making a braided leather bracelet would make a good gift for a child to give on Father's day. 5*