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Friday, April 15, 2011

DIY Dilemma: My Bangles don't fit (part 2)

This is not a problem for all ladies but I've ran into quite a few ladies that have this problem.
 
"My bangles don't fit"
 
Bangles can be absolutely adorable when stacked up one arm but they can also be a nightmare to put on if you have "chunky" hands like me.
 
Monday I tackled this DIY Dilemma while guest posting on Required 2 be Inspired, keeping the bangles as no-stress arm candy.
 
 



 
Today I am turning the non-fitting bangles into 2 other accessories for those who don't even want to fool with small bangles.
 
 Big Bold Earrings
 


 
 and
 
an even bolder Necklace
 
 


 
 
both are on the Easy Level
 
 
Tutorial #1- Bangle earrings
 
materials:
four bangles
two fishhook earring findings
2 large jump rings
jewelry pliers
 
step 1: combine two bangles with the jump ring (tighten with pliers)
 
 


step 2: attach the fishhook finding to the top hoop
 
 


step 3: complete your other earring the same way and wear them.
 
 
 
 
Tutorial #2- Bangle necklace
 
materials:
7 bangles
(i used different textures and colors but you can use the same for a clean look)
gold wire
gold chain
necklace finding
jewelry pliers
 
step 1: cut a 2 inch strip of gold wire
step 2: wrap the gold wire to attach two bangles
(wrap it loose to so the bangles will move)
 


 
step 3: attach other bangles the same way in a V shape
 


Step 4: attach the bottom bangle last (i have no reason why i did this)
 
 



Step 5: cut three chain pieces the same length and attach them to the top bangles
Step 6: attach the necklace finding to one chain and the other chain ends to that one chain
Step 7: wear it and make a bold statement
 
 

sweater, shoes, shirt: Target
jeans: thrifted but Attention brand
necklace: DIY

 
 That's it. It actually much easier than the directions make it sound.
I had alot of fun working with bangles.
and guess what?!?!......as soon as i woke up this morning, another design popped in my head. 
crazy how that happens. 
 
Look out for a part 3 to this DIY Dilemma :-)
 
 
*************************other Blogger DIYs************************
 
Washer charm bracelet at Smart and Snazzy
 
Alexander Mcqueen Inspired Minaudieres by Soccer Mom Style
 
Hardware rings by DIY fashion
(blog is in another language but the pictures say it all)
 
 
If you are a blogger with a fashion/style related DIY this week, feel free to add your link in the comments of this post.
 
 
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