It’s been too long since my last tutorial! I’ve really missed writing them so I’m excited about getting back into it. Especially since I’ve added a new aspect … video! I now have my own YouTube channel where I’ll be adding more tutorials, videos of my jewelry and vintage flea markets, and (eventually) Facebook party videos. So enjoy my first — tape measure bracelet tutorial.
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I’m starting with a tape measure bracelet tutorial. This is a project I did a few years ago for GreenCraft Magazine. Above you can see all the ribbon crimps I keep on hand to match all my different tape measures. I get most of these on Etsy. Just do a search for “ribbon crimps”. Or here’s a link to a package of assorted sizes of ribbon crimps from Twilight’s Fancy
on Amazon. Some in the photo came from them, too.
You’ll also need:
- 6″ vintage tape measure
- 2 ribbon crimps
- 1 lobster clasp
- 2 — 4-6mm jump rings
- 4-5 — 8-12mm twisted or etched jump rings OR 2″ chain with large links
- 2 pair pliers
If you can’t find any vintage tape measures that you want to cut you can get this Ruler Ribbon by Tim Holtz Idea-ology on Amazon
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Tape Measure Bracelet Tutorial
OK, here’s the video:
Here are a few examples of finished bracelets:
Hope you enjoyed my first video tutorial. Leave me a message and let me know what you think my next tutorial should be!
‘Til the next project,
Ann @ Duct Tape and Denim
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Featured on: The Creative Circle Week 7 @ blue i style, Share Your Cup Thursday #171 @ Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson, Something to Talk About Link Party #9 on 2 Bees in a Pod, Mod Mix Monday #185 on Mod Vintage Life
Sally says
Great video. Subscribed to your channel. Are you selling these bracelets in your store?
Thank you – Sally
ducttapeanddenim says
Thanks, Sally! The plain bracelets are for sale in my Etsy shop. It’s hard to keep the others listed because they’re all so unique. Send me an email if you want one. ducttapeanddenimbyann @ gmail.com Here’s the link for the plain ones: http://ducttapeanddenim.com/tape-measure-bracelet-tutorial-video/
Sarah says
Great video. What a fun craft that I can make with my girls. Thanks for sharing it with us 🙂
Karren Haller says
Great project to get the kids involved,
Thanks for stopping by Friday Features!
Have a great weekend, Karren
Brittany Moore says
I love these bracelets! Totally pinning this; thanks for sharing!
Brenda says
I love interesting jewelry. Very neat!
Vicki and Jennifer 2 Bees in a Pod says
Ann – We LOVE this project! We are definitely ordering the ribbon you suggested! Super cute cuffs – you are so talented! Thank you for linking up with us at Something t Talk About!
Jess says
This is SUCH a neat idea! How creative!
Thanks for joining the Link Up this week!
Jann Olson says
This is super cute. I love the bling! I have a tape measure bracelet that a friend made me and it’s so fun. Thanks for sharing with SYC. I will be featuring you this week.
hugs,
Jann
Linda@MixedKreations says
Love your bracelets, they are so pretty. They are very unique. I am going to go subscribe to your YouTube Channel now so I want miss any of your tutorials. Pinning!
Oh and I love the name of your blog!
Sherry says
That is so cute! Thanks for joining Home Sweet Home!
Sherry
Laurie says
These are really great! Thank you so much for sharing on VMG206 Brag About It. Hope you will share more of your projects with us soon!
~Laurie
Angela, blue i style says
There are a lot of sewers (sewists?) in my life who would love these! What a fabulous gift these would be! Thanks for linking up with us at The Creative Circle! I hope you’ll join us again this week!
Kristina & Millie says
how fun and unique! love these tape measure bracelets, so cool to be able to make them all different and appeal to everyone! Thanks for linking the tute up to our Creative Craft Challenge!
Lou Lou Girls says
This looks incredible! I’m amazed by your talent. Pinned and tweeted. We are so thrilled to have you at our party. Please stop by on Monday at 7, so we can see your amazing projects. Lou Lou Girls
Vicki and Jennifer 2 Bees in a Pod says
Hey Ann – you already know how much we love your bracelets – and wanted you to know that you are a chosen feature at 2 Bees in a Pod for our Something To Talk About Link Party! Thank you so much for linking up and sharing your talent with our readers!
ducttapeanddenim says
Thanks! I’ll check in later with a new project! Thanks for featuring me.
Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says
Love the bracelets and great job on the video! Happy to feature you at our Be Inspired party this morning. Thanks so much for joining us!
ducttapeanddenim says
Thanks, Sharon!!!
Sam @ Raggedy Bits says
I just LOVE these Ann!! Do you ship overseas?? What a great video tutorial as well!
ducttapeanddenim says
Thanks, Sam! Yes, I do ship overseas.
SusanAnn Sheidy says
Is it possible to get typed instructions for the measuring tape bracelet? I have carpal tunnel in both hands. My fingers go numb after a short time when doing any kind of crafting. I tried with your video for the bracelet but I have to play it back constantly and just can’t finish it. A written tutorial would be wonderful. You can’t Imagin how long it took me to type this post I made so many mistakes. LOL Thank you in advance for your interest.
Susie Sheidy
ducttapeanddenim says
Susie, sorry I’m a little behind on my comments. I’ll work on that for you. Thanks for watching!