Thank you to DecoArt for sponsoring this post. The project and opinions are my own.
I looooove jewelry. Any kind. Expensive or inexpensive; subtle or over the top – it really doesn’t matter to me. As long as it adds some interest to my outfit, I’m all about it. Needless to say, I had a blast making (and wearing) these easy DIY painted leather bracelets, which only required a few supplies and a little bit of time!
SUPPLIES
- Americana Multi-Surface paint (Americana Multi-Surface paint is available in Michaels. Visit the DecoArt Multi-Surface website for more crafting ideas and inspiration.)
- Leather Cuff Bracelets (also available in Michaels)
- Pencil
- Small Paintbrush
INSTRUCTIONS
First, I gathered my supplies, including a wide variety of Americana Multi-Surface paint. I used Americana Multi-Surface paint because, unlike regular acrylic paint, it adheres to any surface, even leather! I didn’t know exactly how I wanted to paint my bracelets, so I gathered lots of paint colors and went from there. Aren’t they pretty? Just like a rainbow . . .
Next, I used my pencil to lightly draw designs on the leather cuff bracelets. (Please disregard my chipping nail polish. #classy)
I then decided to live dangerously and mix up some of my own colors for this project. I used a bit of Americana Multi-Surface in Blue Bird, Apple Green, and Vanilla Shake to create a turquoise or aqua shade that looks great on the leather cuffs! (I also used Dark Scarlett, Coffee Bean, and Vanilla Shake on some of the bracelets.)
I painted over the designs I drew on the bracelets and let them dry.
I even painted along the edges of the bracelets for some more pops of color. (It’s all about the details, people!)
And that was it! So easy!
The customization options are endless – you could paint people’s names, meaningful words, patterns, designs, etc. Get as creative as you want! And then, feel amazing when wearing your creations and people ask you where you got them.
How would you customize your bracelet?
– Bre
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Lou Lou Girls says
You always bring the cutest things to our party! Thank you. Pinned and tweeted. We feel honored that you take the time to stop by our party. I hope to see you on tonight at 7 pm. We love to party with you! Happy Monday! Lou Lou Girls
Bre says
Hi, girls! Thank YOU! I really appreciate it! I will definitely be back this week. Have a great rest of your day! 🙂
becky @dempsterlogbook says
So fabulous! I have seen so many great leather projects lately and this is another one to add to the list! Thanks for linking up at Motivational Monday. Hope to see you again this week!
Bre says
Thank you, Becky! 🙂
Amy | Canary Street Crafts says
I love these!! Such a cute idea, Bre!
Bre says
Hi, Amy! Thank you so much! I hope you have a great weekend, friend!
Carrie @ Kenarry: Ideas for the Home says
These are so cute, Bre! I especially love the one where you wrote “brave”. What a great reminder to wear that on your wrist.
Bre says
Hi, Carrie! Thank you! 🙂 Sometimes you need a little reminder to be brave, I think! 🙂 I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
Erlene says
Love it! The designs are so cute and go well with each other. I can totally see my girls wearing this. Would love if you shared this on the Spring Craft Blog Hop.
Bre says
Hi, Erlene! Thanks for the invitation! I will definitely come and share it there! Have a great weekend!
Erica says
I love them! That brave one is my fave 🙂 Super cute and totally customizable for gifts. Love it!
Bre says
Thanks girl!! You rock. 🙂
Sarah Nenni Daher says
Such a wonderfully creative idea – will have to keep an eye out for those bracelets. I would love to have one made by my little girl. 🙂
Bre says
Hi, Sarah! Thank you so much! They were in with all the leather products at Michaels. There was a different brand in the jewelry section, too! That would be such an awesome idea to have your little girl make one for you! Have a wonderful weekend!
Kaylene @ The Links Site says
These look great, you could make a bracelet like this to suit any outfit!
Bre says
Hi, Kaylene! Thank you! I know – you could make them however you like!! And the leather cuffs are like $4 for a pack of 8, so you can make them really inexpensively! Thank you so much for your nice note and have a great day!
Marie - familyandthelakehouse says
These are adorable! Great job!
Bre says
Thank you SO much, Marie! I really appreciate it!! Have a great day!
Amanda @ Dwelling in Happiness says
Adorable! Like you said, the possibilities are endless! It’d also be a fun activity to do with older kiddos! 🙂
Bre says
Thanks, Amanda! Yes, I think this would be perfect for older kids! It would be a great birthday party activity for tweens. 🙂 Have a great night!
Nicole B. says
These are so cute! I love leather jewelry!
Bre says
Thank you, Nicole!! I like it, too. It makes me feel outdoorsy, even though I am the farthest from outdoorsy. Ha!
Christine says
Wow! Those are super cute! I could see giving those to all my friends daughters. Nicely done!
Bre says
Hi, Christine – thank you! Wouldn’t this be a fun project for girls to make at a birthday party or something, too? Thanks for your nice note and I hope you have a great day!
Christine says
Totally would! Maybe I’ll do this with my Girl Scouts!
Kristi says
SO, SO cute my friend!!!
Bre says
Hi, Kristi! Thank you!! 🙂