How to Design Belly Button Rings
If you want to show off your stomach, consider wearing a belly button ring. If you can't find a belly button ring you like, you can easily design your own. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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External Considerations
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Take stock of your body type. If you are very thin, your figure may be overwhelmed by a large design. If you are a little larger, consider a design that goes beyond a simple barbell and snap.
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Consider your lifestyle. If you have to wear professional clothes for work or special events, choose a less flashy, smaller design. If your work requires you to show your body, or wear a costume, a larger, flashier design may be fine. Either way, make sure that the ring isn't going to get caught on your clothing.
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Consider the shape of your belly button. Your belly button is the backdrop for the ring, and will impact how the ring design looks.
Choose the Materials and Length
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Decide on a fixed or dangling design. Consider cost, as dangling designs generally require more metal and gems.
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Choose a metal for the ring's barbell and snap. Options include silver, gold or any other durable metal.
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Choose your gems, if desired. You can showcase your birthstone, or choose a color that accentuates your skin tone. Diamonds, jade, amethysts, emeralds and other stones are commonly used.
Drawing and Production
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Draw a sketch of your design to scale with colored pencils. Make several drawings from different angles.
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Take the design to a jeweler. Discuss specific dimensions and materials so the jeweler can complete the design.
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Wear the ring for a few days. The jeweler can make adjustments to the settings if necessary.
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Tips & Warnings
If you're on a budget, consider using synthetic gems.
Belly buttons rings, no matter the design, can cause infection if the ring site is not cared for properly. Disinfect the area daily with rubbing alcohol, and wash it thoroughly with soap and water.
