Magic Up Cycled Link Belt Cuff Bracelet

Old belt? Don't "waist" it, recreate it!

Posted by Tammie E. [TTE Designs]

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Up cycle a tired link style belt into fun beachy cuff style bracelets.

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You Will Need (13 things)

  • Link style Belt
  • Metal patinas
  • Alcohol ink
  • Charms
  • File
  • Pliers
  • Toothpick
  • Sandpaper
  • E6000
  • Clamps
  • Chain
  • Clasp(s)
  • Sari Silk

Steps (7 steps, 60 minutes)

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

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

  3. 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.

  4. 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]

  5. 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

  6. 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.

  7. 7

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