Tape Measure Brooch

Be the highest measure of style with a tape measure brooch.

Posted by Cat Morley

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You Will Need (6 things)

  • Tape Measure
  • Badge Backs
  • Button(s)
  • Needle
  • Thread
  • Scissors

Steps (7 steps, 20 minutes)

  1. 1

    Find an old or unwanted tape measure and take a needle and thread.

  2. 2

    At one end of the tape measure, fold over one edge and sew it down to the main body of the tape measure to create a small loop.

  3. 3

    Repeat this behind the first loop. Sew in place.

  4. 4

    Continue this round, making loops behind the first and sewing in place.

  5. 5

    When you have worked your way round in a whole circle it should look like a flower. Cut off the excess tape measure.

  6. 6

    Sew a button on to the front.

  7. 7

    Sew a brooch clasp on to the back.