This is one of the easiest jewelry tutorials you’ll ever come across. I did it first many many years ago in college when an accessory project was due with 1/2 hour’s time. But actually this project takes only 5 minutes(totally including the cutting) if you don’t count the drying time. Since this is a popular technique you might have seen similar tutorials on the net before but there is no plagarism here. so off to the
Material list:
– A strip of velvet fabric cut in bias (45 degrees): The length and width of the piece is determined by the size of the bangle.circumference of the bangle + 1/2 inch = length of the strip. Thickness of the bangle + 1/2 to 1″ extra (again depending on the size) = width of the strip
– An old/new bangle (can be wooden or plastic – thick or thin depending on what you have), I have used a wooden bangle which I had painted years ago but as the paint came off, I sanded it to get a smooth edge.
– 1/2″ satin tape length = inner circumference of the bangle +1/2″
– Fabric glue, scissors, a candle to singe the tape
Process: Apply fabric glue to the outside of the bangle and place it on the middle of the strip (strip placed length wise) and start rolling. secure the front completely.Since the fabric is cut on bias there will be no lumps and the finish will be smooth. also there will be less fraying. (you can singe the edges before you begin to be doubly sure 😉
Now apply glue on the inside and press the fabric down tightly so that the fabric edges overlap each other and is moulded to the base. Let it dry for 10 minutes
Cut a satin tape to the required length. Singe the edges. Apply glue on the inside of the bangle on the overlapped fabric edge and stick the tape and press firmly. leave for 15 minutes.
You velvet bangle is now done and ready to be worn.
You can do this with any type of fabric and decorate it further with sequins, stones or findings if you wish so.
This is a great technique to create quirky accessories with whatever or fabric or print that is in vogue right now. This could be the answer to that leopard print cuff thats so much in trend right now.
So have fun creating this
Cheers
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