I got the idea for this DIY from this lovely mixed metal bracelet from Jewelmint. I love how they used rings in different colours and shapes to make a bracelet. I was really sad when I found out that Jewelmint doesn’t ship to Europe, but I figured this is what DIY is all about: making and more importantly improving ready-made things. In this case I am improving the bracelet’s affordability and accessibility :).
I used to hate mixing gold and silver jewellery, I was always very strict about never wearing even the tiniest silver stud with a gold piece . But since I got my piercings (I have three, actually seven if you count those in my ears) and changing out my piercings every time was just too annoying. So lately I’ve really gotten into mixed metal jewellery, like my new favourite necklace.
Here is what you need to make this ring bracelet (can anyone come up with a better name ? :)):
Various rings in silver and gold. I went through my jewellery stash and collected some old, cheap rings . You can see them in the pic below, in the box in which I organise all of my jewellery-making materials. It’s rather empty right now, because I’ve been doing so many DIYs :). But I didn’t like how the old rings looked together so I ended up buying two new sets of rings, one in silver from H&M and another in gold from Forever 21. They were about 3 pounds each.
a toggle clasp
jump rings in both silver and gold
pliers
Lay out the rings and jump rings and decide how you want to arrange them, considering both the metal and the shape. It’s also a good idea to measure your wrist to see how many rings you will need. Using your pliers attach the rings and jump rings one after the other. Make sure that sticky out pieces like gemstones are all on one side of the bracelet.
Some pics of the final product:
You can find all of my other jewellery DIYs here.
Cute idea. I have so many rings that could make that.
Thanks for the tutorial. I had fun making my own ring bracelet! http://morenumerousthansand.wordpress.com/2012/04/02/diy-rings-bracelet/
wow, good job! i love how you combined the gold with different shades of blue
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Such a fabulous idea! And an easy to follow tutorial. Can’t wait to make one of these bracelets for myself.
Fabulous idea! I definitely want to make one for myself.
I love this idea!
I have never seen anything like this. Completely pretty!
I love the idea & how it looks! What a great way to turn rings you don’t wear often into a new piece of jewelery.
I am fascinated with ‘upcycling’ old worn out things to make new fun things. This post is a great idead and one I had not thought of. I think I will ponder on it some more and see what I come up with. Thanks for the insight.
Having just found your blog, i have to say that i am loving your DIY tips, great job! looking forward to reading more of your posts and trying out some of these xoxo
Love it x
Great Idea! I think I need to go and “play” my some jewelry.
Too funny – I actually have the bracelet and I should have just made it like you did. I think I would have liked it much better! You did a fantastic re-creation and I will make some of my own for friends based on this idea. Smart girl!
this is awesome – I have to try this…
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I love this bracelet very creative xxx
What a fabulous idea! I am going through my jewelry box tonight!!
cool!
Great idea! I have had the DIY bug lately so I will definitely add this to my list of to-do’s! Thanks for sharing! :)
Wow, this looks fantastic. I´ve got lots of old rings of my grandma .Think I´m going to make a bracelet out of those. Thank for the nice idea.
Love this idea!
I love this idea! Thanks for sharing.
great idea!
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It looks lovely! Great idea!
Great idea!
Great idea! :)
Creative, Beautiful idea
something fresh to see
You are so brill! I am going to try this.
adorable idea! especially for those rings i never wear anymore.
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What a great idea! I could see it as a necklace too. :)
love this!
Very cute, lots of inspiration thanks!
That is really cute :) Like it a lot!
What a great idea for rings that no longer “fit”…or rings you spot at yard sales that don’t fit your finger but you really like the rings.
So cool DIY!
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What a fantastic idea! Doing this tonight! x
So pretty and unique, love it!
Great idea,the bracelet looks lovely!
great idea!
Fabulous! You’ve inspired me…. thank you for sharing this!
Love it
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Looks really cool, and so easy to make! thank you for sharing!
love this! Very creative and chic.