Part Two: Make Your Own Bangle Bracelet
March 24, 2009 by Chloe Findlay-Harder
Filed under Home & Living
Ready to get back to your bangle bracelet?
We wrapped the outside of the bracelet yesterday , and let it dry overnight. Today we’re going to line the inside, making a nice, clean looking finish.
Noreen left an excellent comment, noting that you can also varnish your bracelet as well. Varnishing will protect the bracelet and keep it looking shiny and new for longer. I personally prefer a satin spray varnish – it’s available from most hardware stores.
We need to measure the cuff first, to see how wide it is. My bracelet is 2″ wide, so I need to cut the lining 1 – 3/4″ wide. By making it a little narrower than the bracelet, you’ll make sure that the lining doesn’t stick out. Cut the lining (non-fray fabric, suede or leather is recommended) out to the width you need, and approximately an inch longer than the bracelet length.
Believe me, you don’t want to get the lining glued almost all the way in and then discover it’s too short!
Spread your glue on the inside of the bracelet, almost to the very edge. I recommend only gluing a quarter or the bracelet at a time. Smooth the lining into the glue and repeat, going all the way around the inside.
Let the lining dry throughly and enjoy!
images: © C Findlay-Harder
I enjoyed your bracelet how to, and I want to make some of my own. These could be so cool with other colors and designs. I think I will try to make some thinner ones too.