18. Braided Suede & Metallic Chain Cuff
What This Idea Means
Plaiting soft faux-suede lace strands directly together with a heavy metallic curb chain produces a broad, comfortable cuff bracelet that balances edgy metal hardware with soft velvet textures.
How to Make It
- Prepare Suede Strips: Cut three 18-inch strips of soft faux-suede lace.
- Anchor Side Chain: Align a length of metal chain alongside one suede strip.
- Braid Together: Braid the three suede strips normally, catching a metal chain link into the outer braid loop on every twist.
- Flatten & Secure: Keep the braid flat as you work down to the end. Tie ends securely with thread.
- Attach Clasp: Clamp wide ribbon end crimps over the flat braided ends and attach a toggle clasp.
Tips and Variations
- Tips: Use flat ribbon crimp ends wide enough to cover all three braided suede strands for a clean finish.
- Variations: Braid two different colors of suede lace together with a rose gold chain.
Needs to Make That Thing
- Flat faux-suede cord lace
- Medium metal curb chain
- Wide metal ribbon crimp ends
- Toggle clasp and jump rings
- Jewelry pliers and scissors