Magic Up Cycled Link Belt Cuff Bracelet

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  Step 1

  Find a link style belt at a thrift shop or yard sale.

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  Step 2

  Assemble supplies including some your choice of chain or sari silk ribbon, charms, metal colorants, etc.

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  Step 3

  Using pliers carefully deconstruct a link from the belt, save the connector for later.
  Use sand paper or pad to sand away rough edges and clean surface.
  Wipe with a damp cloth and allow to dry.

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  Step 4

  Using a toothpick neatly apply metal colorant to recessed areas.

  If you a get a little out side the area, you can gently sand it back once it is completely dry and cured [about 1 hour or per to manufacturers recommendation]

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  Step 5

  Snip the ring from the charm you plan to use, file smooth as needed.

  Apply a small dot of E6000 adhesive and clamp until cured

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  Step 6

  *Quick Tip* I find the cap of the E6000 tube was always a sticky mess so I cut about a 3 inch tip from an old plastic paint brush and now use that as the plug for the tube.
  Works great, very little waste and easy to clean.

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  Step 7

  Once the link is completely dry, add chain link or sari silk and clasp to form the bracelet surround.

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