* Leather scraps {thinner leather is better for this}. I used the left-over squares I cut out while making my DIY YSL Cage Sandals …however, you could also use a thick upholstery fabric for this project instead
* Scissors
* Needle & thread, thimble & pliers
* Cut squares {or any shape you’d like} mine were about 1/4″ x 1/2″ but not perfect. I liked the varying sizes for shape and texture.
* With a doubled threaded needle, poke through the end/middle
* Pulling through then, creating a single stitch in the leather, poke it through the end/middle of the other side
* When thread has all been used up, snip & knot it then repeat the process …adding more squares
* Continue process until you reach your desired length. I alternated smooth side with suede side for a better texture, leaving a bit of thread between each so it would hang as a strand.
* Let it hang like a scarf {I’m most excited to wear it this way}
* Create a shorter necklace by wrapping it around several times
* Create several and use them in a doorway -hanging like a beaded curtain
* Decorate the ends of your curtains by hanging them from the rods
* Wrap around your wrist as bracelets
* Get festive colors & use them as runners on your holiday table
* Create your own use!
I love the minimalist yet luxe feeling it has because of the leather which kind of adds a cool factor as well. I can’t wait to wear it.
Have Fun!
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anhesty
awesome idea! it def can be used in so many ways.
Morgan | Mrs. Priss
oooh, I LOVE this!
FASHION SNAG
This was a great DIY because it ends up having so many uses. Great job Maegan! x
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Craftmaker
Great! It would look great as a curtain.
Thanks one more time for sharing 🙂
Lisa Petrarca
So you DID put yourself to good use during the football games! Very cool.
SailorWifey
Very cute and so simple!
♥ SailorWifey
Katie
It looks great!
jeskimoko
great idea!
Mary Ann
You make such great DIY’s that even non-crafty people can do!
yasmin
this is really good, you’ve inspired me once again!
Annie Spandex
Brilliant !!
Jan
I’m linking this to my blog! Its awesome!
Miss A
Love it, so simple and chic!
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Sarah Klassen
Fun idea — love it!
xo
vanita
Super cute! I prefer the last version. Thanks for the instructions.
and thanks for joining in on my SITS discussion.
Naughty Baubles
LOVE this DIY (and yes, letting it hang freely like a scarf seems like a really cool way to wear it). Check out my leather DIY necklace if you get a chance…..
http://www.etsy.com/listing/52721897/fight-to-the-death-necklace
Michelle L.
Highly cool, I love this!