Ten June: DIY Hex Bracelet

How cute is this?

Want to make one?? Well thanks to my girl Anna, I learned how! Last month, Anna shared this tutorial on her blog... how to make a hex braided bolt bracelet. That's right, ladies. You can make an adorable bracelet out of your hubs' toolbox. For pennies! Here's how it works.

Supplies:
- 3 strands of twine cut into one yard pieces
- 18 small brass hex nuts

Take the 3 strands of twine and tie a knot at the top. Start braiding for about an inch and then begin to braid in the nuts. Before you pull over the far left strand, add a nut to the strand and push it to the top of the braid. Then cross it over. You might want to tape the ends of the strands so that the nuts are easier to thread. Nuts are easier to thread? That's what she said.

If you are lacking in the dexterity department like me, you can tape the top of your braid to a surface, so that you can work with it a bit easier. Or tape it to your leg. I know, I'm an idiot. And yes, I am wearing boxer shorts. So cool, I am.

Next step? Rinse and repeat. Or just repeat. Before you braid over the far right strand, thread on another nut and push it up the strand, then cross over. And repeat! Once you're finished adding the nuts, you can trim the leftover twine as you see fit.

Ta-da! You've got yourself a hexagon bolt bracelet.

Love it.

Random side note: my t-shirt in the picture says "I broke a world record!"... cause I did. Most people ever to race in a wheelbarrow contest at one time. True story.

Whatcha think? I love my new (virtually free!) bracelet. It's fun, casual and perfect for summer. Have you made any DIY jewelry lately? Happy Friday (and royal wedding day!) to all!

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23 comments:

MichaelaThursday, April 28, 2011 at 10:32:00 PM EDT
So cute. And I love coming over here because I always leave laughing and smiling (: I love your peace sign.
Megan // Honey We're HomeThursday, April 28, 2011 at 10:33:00 PM EDT
Too cute!!! I won a limbo contest in Cancun! I won a bottle of cheap tequila!
Craftberry BushThursday, April 28, 2011 at 10:42:00 PM EDT
so cool...I saw this on pinterest but i love how you used twine...awesome!
xo
Lucy
natasha {schue love}Thursday, April 28, 2011 at 11:31:00 PM EDT
That is AWESOME!!! I want to do one now! Thanks for sharing the tip!
UnknownThursday, April 28, 2011 at 11:37:00 PM EDT
That is so cute... I wish I had some hex bolts lying around right now, I need something to keep me occupied as hubby watches the draft (boring!)
JoiThursday, April 28, 2011 at 11:43:00 PM EDT
I know what I am making this weekend. Thanks, dear!
jillian :: cornflake dreams.Friday, April 29, 2011 at 8:03:00 AM EDT
love this DIY! so fun. xoxo jillian:: cornflake dreams
AnonymousFriday, April 29, 2011 at 8:46:00 AM EDT
A friend of mine made this too!
http://thedapperbun.blogspot.com/2011/03/diy-style-braided-hex-nut-bracelet.html I like your use of the twine with it for a different look!
UnknownFriday, April 29, 2011 at 9:28:00 AM EDT
Super cute. . .but can we back the train up to the wheelbarrow story. Puh-lease!
Marissa WaddellFriday, April 29, 2011 at 9:55:00 AM EDT
That's so cute! You could use any number of different threading materials. Great idea!
Anna @ IHODFriday, April 29, 2011 at 10:48:00 AM EDT
Oh my gosh I love the way yours turned out! Going to have to make one with hemp!
Have a fabulous weekend Michelle! <3
AnonymousFriday, April 29, 2011 at 12:27:00 PM EDT
Hi - thanks for showing how to make - not sure I have the patience though! Your end result looks great! Enjoy! Linda Lan

PS- {Have to say, glad I'm not looking at the toilet bowl pic anymore!!
LOL! :o) }
KellyFriday, April 29, 2011 at 3:37:00 PM EDT
I hear you want to make one of these for me...of course you can!! I love it..too neat! I can make you a hair bow in exchange...for whenever you give me a niece!!

PS-totally love that someone else was ready for a new post. Even if it wasn't for exactly the same reason as me!
meghanFriday, April 29, 2011 at 9:07:00 PM EDT
i love this tutorial. it's awesome. and i love the final product. it's great that it's so inexpensive to make it too.
JulesSaturday, April 30, 2011 at 12:33:00 PM EDT
This is screaming father's day to me! My preteen boy would love to not only make this, but wear it too! Coolio!!!
emilySaturday, April 30, 2011 at 6:57:00 PM EDT
Totally making this. And I think I will also tape it to my leg! :) Do tell more about the wheelbarrow contest . . .
Simple DaisySunday, May 1, 2011 at 9:22:00 AM EDT
wow! That s so cute and so simple:)
Thanks for sharing!!
ps...i'm having a little give-away on my blog! Stop on over if you have a minute:)
Amanda @ Serenity NowSunday, May 1, 2011 at 3:03:00 PM EDT
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Amanda @ Serenity NowSunday, May 1, 2011 at 3:05:00 PM EDT
Did I seriously just call you June?! Sorry, MICHELLE. The kids came in yelling for crackers and I got all distracted b/c that is what children will do to you. :s

Anyways, I think the bracelet is fabulous...can see it working with a lot of different outfits!! Thanks for linking up with me. :)
Rashon CarrawaySunday, May 1, 2011 at 5:39:00 PM EDT
This is pretty neat.
I could even see myself trying this out.

Rashon aka Mr. Goodwill Hunting
KellySunday, May 1, 2011 at 5:43:00 PM EDT
I love this! I love that you could use different colors and switch it up. Super cute :)
AbiSunday, May 1, 2011 at 7:38:00 PM EDT
LOVE it!! It looks awesome! I'm going to have to try this out!
AsylumTanyaTuesday, May 31, 2011 at 5:47:00 PM EDT
My first job was in a hardware store so I love all things industrial! I am totally going to have to make one! Thanks for sharing!