FEATURED JEWELRY
From Dillards:
www.dillards.com
- Wooden chunky textured bangle
$25 - Double strand necklace
$40 - Flower Broach
$22 - Eric Lyons oversized earrings
$15
From Blooomingdale's:
www.bloomingdales.com
- Faux textured lacquered finish bangle
$21
From Target:
www.target.com
- Butterfly embossed bangle
$14.99 - Orange round beads
$14.99 - 60s inspired necklace
$17.99 - 2 Square bracelets
$11.99
Do It Yourself Tribal Jewelry
1. Wooden Bangle with suede or leather strips (or leather cord)
- Apply a thin coat of leather cement to the inside of the bangle
- Wrap leather or suede around the entire bangle
- Apply glue with a paint brush
- Use a curtain ring from a store like Pottery Barn, an antique store, or any oversized ring
- Remove the screw from the curtain ring (if there is one)
- Use wood patch to repair the hole
- Use a colored wood pen or marker to hide the paste. Make sure the paste is in a similar color to the wood.
- Marry the two necklaces together to create a stunning oversized statement piece.
- Use a mini saw to cut through each end of the necklace and add the second necklace or part of a belt.
- Use an old belt as neck trim to embellish a dress or T-shirt. Turn something plain into a one-of-a-kind piece!
- You can attach it to the dress permanently or temporarily.
- Sandpaper off the old surfaces with #220 sandpaper.
- Use masking tape if youa re going to create a design.
- Use wood stain to apply your favorite finish to the bracelet.
- Use an oil-based polyurethane for a clear gloss finish.
- Use a brush or clean cloth to apply wood stain.
- Use a brush to apply a clear coat of varnish.
*Important Note: Use rubber gloves to do this outside in a well-ventilated area.
- Use a bangle that looks raw and unfinished.
- Use an oil-based paint to free hand or stencil a design of your choice.
- For a weathered antique look, leave as is.
- For a glossy finish apply a coat of oil-based polyurethane.
- Let dry for several days.
