So as I am near to the end of my legal studies (postgraduate currently doing the Bar), I suddenly find no use of my paperclips. So one day it struck me to make them into bracelets which was featured in my previous post here. I’ve never done this before, but I’m pretty sure almost everyone’s done it. Have you? Anyway, here’s a very simple guide on how I did it!
Here’s what I used:
- Paperclips (mine were golden in colour)
- Jumprings to tie the ends up (I used 4mm ones)
- Lobster clasp (or bolt clasp)
- A pretty button (or you can use charms)
- Flat Nose and Round Nose plier (to connect those jumprings)
How To Do:
- Slide the paperclip through! I used a maximum of 4 paperclips per column.
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In the below photo, I used 4 and 3 paperclips per column to give it a fuller look.
- Make sure it’s organised, if you’re using the pointy ends, then stick to it throughout.
- Connect jumprings at both ends (using the pliers).
- Choose one end to connect the lobster clasp.
- Choose the other end and attach more jumprings as an extension.
- End the extension with a cute button you’ve found! Or charms 😀
Now you have a chunky paperclip bracelet! Stack ’em and have a great arm party! 😀 I paired mine with these amazing studded cuffs from Cuff and Neck!
I’ve now ran out of paperclips – but I managed to make 4 bracelets! Woohoo. If you do try these out, let me know how it goes – I’d love to see!
P.S: I’m finally done with my Advocacy exams – nerve wrecking but hopefully it went ok! Had a horrendous exam today (Opinion Writing) which lasted 5 bloody hours AND STILL NOT ENOUGH TIME, 2 more exams to go and a legal pro-bono porfolio to hand in and then I’ll be done (hopefully) with Bar school! Here’s hoping…
♥ P E A C H E S
style-xyz said:
look cool! I have to try!
Peaches said:
Thanks! 😀
Jen @ A Touch of Lovely said:
I’ve never done this before but the end result is pretty awesome! I’m going to have to give it a try.
Peaches said:
I’d love to see when you (or your kids) give it a try! 😀
jess said:
Um wow!! so smart and so cool and oh the nails!!!
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Peaches said:
Aww thanks Jess! Yep, aztec nails are so fun too 😀
Alexandra said:
Wow! it’s such a great post! I love DIY posts in any case but THIS!!! I’m totally in love with the bracelet from paper clips! I’m going to make it! I’m so curious! thank you so, so much dear for the tip!
Xx
Alexandra
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Peaches said:
Thanks Alexandra! It’s really simple and fun to make – find some great looking paperclips and you’re ready to go! 😀
annie said:
That looks awesome! What a fabulous DIY 🙂
Annie
The Other Side of Gray
Peaches said:
Thanks Annie! This was really fun to make too! 😀
Kirsten said:
I’ve never made a bracelet of paperclips either! But it looks so nice! Gonna try this too sometime when the busy days at school are over. Goodluck with the rest of your exams! XX
Peaches said:
Thanks Kirsten! Do let me know when you try this fab DIY out! 😀
Chila said:
This is the the DIY EVER!!!!!!!!!
Chila said:
* This is the best DIY EVER!!!!!!!!
(sorry hihiihhihi)
Peaches said:
Hahaha thanks Chila! 😀
Not Just A Pretty Dress said:
You have such a creative imagination to manage to make paperclips fashionable! I continue keeping my fingers crossed for the exams…I’m sure you’ll be great!
Peaches said:
Thank you!! This is what happens when you stare at paper and paperclips too long :p Thank you for the luck, will need it! xx
Lenne said:
Nice! I love how simple this DIY is. Look amazing as well :>
Peaches said:
Thank you Lenne! This DIY was really fun to do! 😀
Beauty follower said:
Cool, seams easy to do it!
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Peaches said:
Thank you! It really is easy to do it! 😀
Stephanie / FAIIINT said:
This is such a great idea, you’re so creative! I think it could look really nice with some ribbons/chains .etc woven through too 🙂 Will have to have a go when I get some spare time!
I’m sure you will have done great on the exams, I hope you plan on doing something special when you finally are finished, you definitely deserve it!
Peaches said:
Ribbons weaving through it sounds like an amazing idea Stephanie, I’d love to try that some day! 😀 Ahh exams will be ending next week and I’m gonna start enjoying by…partying! Can you believe I’ve not been partying for a few good months?! 😉
Jessie said:
the best DIY idea ever! you are so creative peaches!
xo
Hogger & Co. (@hoggerandco) said:
DANG, this looks amazeballs! I only have colourful paperclips, but I really love the ones you used. Who knew??? Best of luck on the last 2 exams!
Tina said:
Hey how lovely!!! Great inspiration!
xx
styleonthecouch said:
Ok so when I started to read this post I though um what?! But the finished article is super chic!
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Fydez said:
Oooh, this is actually so cool! PS, love your nail polish there. X
Groupie for the Underdog said:
What a gorgeous and effective idea! Will definitely have to try this one out. Cute nails too! 🙂 x
styleonthecouch said:
Just checking in to say hi – hope the studies are going ok!
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