
I’ve been rather uninspired as far as DIYs are concerned lately …or maybe I’m just not in the mood to make things. Regardless, I’m not worried, creative inspiration is sometimes overflowing in some areas of my life and lacking in others. Eventually though, energy shifts and the opposite is the case. But the other day I decided I wanted a leather feather on my key chain …so I made one, well 2 actually. Here’s how…
Here’s What You’ll Need…

* Leather
* Beading pliers
* Scissors
* Bead Reamer {or hole maker. you may use a eyelet if you are so inclined & skilled in leather making}
* Chain {you could also make a necklace just using the chain/leather}
* Key Ring {you may not need a separate one if you can use one you already have}
Steps…

* Using your scissors, cut two leaf shapes from your leather.

* On one side, and in an upward motion, carefully cut slits to resemble a feather.

* Vary your slices to resemble a feather. Cut in opposite directions and/or remove a few sections.

* Using your bead reamer, create a hole at the top of your feathers.
* If your leather is stiff, massage it in your hands by bending it in different directions.

* Using your pliers, open your chain link and remove a section.

* Slide your link through the hole and clamp tightly.

* Using another open link, join the chain to your key ring.

* Add your second feather to the end of the chain or use only one feather if you choose.
And… Voila!


Have Fun!
* Find all my DIYs here
Alysson
This is such a fun idea!! LOVE it. XO
http://simplicityisultimatesophistication.wordpress.com/
LaVerella
Really good work! Will try this out! 🙂
<3 Verena-Annabella
Brown Birdy
Ooh! Cute! Now to find some NEON leathers!
EatSleepDenim
Ah, this is cute and looks so easy! Can’t wait to try it!
http://www.eatsleepdenim.com
Anonymous
So easy! Thank you!!
Tammy @ Events By Tammy
Cute idea!
CessOviedo
So edgy and cool, best part? super easy!
Cess O. <3 The Outfit Diaries
Fashion Agony
I love you DIY posts, always so easy and inspirational!
xoxo
http://fashionagony.blogspot.com/
Behind the Lashes
That would look just amazing with my new black bag I just got haha. Gotta match!
Patricia
so wonderful! easy, chic, edgy, and just what most people need to liven up plain ol keys!
http://www.pinkpeonieswithlove.blogspot.com
Lindsay @ Delighted Momma
What a fun and pretty easy diy! I know what you mean about not always feeling inspired. I have some weeks where my brain feels so boring!
eileendovr
so chic! I actually just got a small dream catcher with feathers & attached it to my keys, but your DIY looks more bad-ass with the leather (:
http://eileenjennifer.blogspot.com
Anilegra
bonito dije
Monique
I have the most perfect DIY for you EVER! It’s very you… Do it!!!!
http://www.polyvore.com/sterling_silver_braided_suede_necklace/thing?id=32090774
drollgirl
pretty pretty cute!!!
and all of these needle nose pliers look like BIRDS to me. birds with mouths wide open!
signed,
crazy to your left!!
Juliana aka Jules
oh! I’m totally gonna maeg this!!
you’re such a genius!
xo
everyday.blogspot.com
Neris / Fashion Fractions
You are so creative… To bad I’m super clumsy when it comes to DIYs (even the simplest ones) so I’m not gonna even go there 🙂
xxx,
Fashion Fractions
Four Flights
So fancy! Where were you when I needed a key chain 4 months ago? 😉
Cymone
super cute DIY
Shuffleboard Tables
Easy to learn and enjoy fun
The Craft-Arty Kid
So simple, but so chic. I love this
raynette
i absolutely love this. thanks 😉
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