DIY Faux Suede Ribbon Bracelets

I had so much fun making these bracelets! Super easy too!
Can you believe they are not real suede?
How awesome is that?
I think they look edgy and cool. Perfect for any outfit, any day. 

Supplies Needed: 

• Gwen Studio's Faux Suede Ribbon
• Ribbon clasps
• Jump rings and other jewelry findings
• Pliers

For the black studded bracelet, I wrapped the ribbon 3 times around my wrist before crimping the ribbon clasps to the ends. 

Instead of a jump ring, I added the bit of chain. It adds a bit of class to my rocker- chic bracelet! 
Don't you think?

For the brown and white with gold bracelets, I used the wide ribbon clasp.
This easily creates the effect of a double wrap bracelet. I used the same color ribbon, but you can most definitely mix or match to your liking. Leave a bit of the ribbon exposed (as shown) so you have space to crimp the clasp. Then add your other jewelry findings. 

These would look great with denim or any boho gypsy outfit! 

  

Like I said, super easy! Which bracelet is your favorite?

These Faux Suede Ribbons are from Gwen Studio's and can be found at Walmart.

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Easy Beautiful Jewelry with Connie Crystal!

 Can you believe I made the above two bracelets in just minutes?
Well so can you!
Perfect for a special date or a night out with the girls!

Connie Crystal Sheets are 36"x4" and contain stunning 6mm Crystals.

Sassy Bracelet

Materials:

1. White Connie Crystal Sheet 
2. Scissors.
3. Red and purple alcohol pens.
4. E6000
5. Plain open bracelet with a smooth flat surface. 

Instructions:

1. Measure the width and length of the bracelet. Cut Crystal Sheet to size.
2. Carefully color in just the crystals with your alcohol pens. Overlap the colors to create a Ombre effect.
3. Glue the colored Crystal Sheet to the bracelet.
4. Let set completely before wearing.

 Classy Bracelet

 Materials

1. Black Connie Crystal Sheet 
2. Bracelet clasp.
3. 8 or more jump rings.
4. Scissors.
5. Jewelry pliers.
6. Measuring tape.

Directions:

1.  Measure your wrist with the measuring tape. Do you like your bracelets tight or loose? 
2. Leave room for the bracelet clasp and trim Crystal Sheet accordingly.
3. Match the width of the bracelet clasp to the Crystal Sheet and trim off any excess.
4. Use your jewelry pliers to attach the jump rings to the bracelet clasp and Crystal Sheet.
5. Enjoy!

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