Leather Bracelet & Ring Combo "Slave Bracelet"
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Leather Bracelet & Ring Combo "Slave Bracelet"
Leather Bracelet & Ring Combo - aka "Slave Bracelet" aka "Hand Flowers" aka "Thong Bracelet"
Supply List
Leather scraps - your choice of fabric like Vinyl or Suede
Rotary Cutter
Round Nose Pliers
1 package of Jump Rings (buy from Walmart or any craft store)
1 package of Ribbon Ends (buy from Walmart or any craft store)
1 package of Toggle Clasps (buy from Walmart or any craft store)
Leather Hole Puncher
Tape Measure
Needle & Thread or sewing machine
Cutting Mat
Scotch Tape
Ruler
E-6000 or Krazy Glue
Create & Assemble the Bracelet
Start with the Bracelet:
Measure around your wrist and around the finger(s) you want to connect the bracelet and ring to.
Cut out a rectangle piece of leather 5/8" W x 7 1/2"L
Fold the rectangle in half (Mine is 3 1/2") and mark on the wrong side of the leather a small x and use the leather hole punch to make a small hole (not too close to the edge)
Add one ribbon crimp to each end of the leather and then add jump rings and toggle clasps
Test the fit of the bracelet
Connector & Ring
For the Connector piece:
Cut out 3 strips of leather 1/8"W x 8"L and braid them together, hold the ends together with scotch tape
*Make sure you make this piece long enough so it doesn't break when wearing it. Give yourself enough room when you flex your hand and fingers.
Measure your middle finger for the ring - 5/8"W x 2"L
Fold the rectangle in half and mark on the wrong side of the leather a small x and use the leather hole punch to make a small hole (not too close to the edge)
Now fold the ring piece wrong sides together and stitch at a 1/4" seam allowance - you can also hand sew or use E-6000 glue.
Test the fit of your ring
Assemble & Wear
Add one ribbon crimp to each end of the braid and then add jump rings to the holes in the bracelet and ring.
Test the fit of entire item and enjoy!
All your friends & family will want one! :)
*How to Clean & Store your Leather Bracelet:
-Use waterproofing leather spray
-Store in cool dry place and away from heat
-Store in a small plastic bag or use tissue paper