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!
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