
With having a few more leftover pieces of leather, (and before I delved into new yardages acquired) here's a bow belt that I made a week or so ago. Having my waste not want not mentality, I decided to do something with those extra strips, and also wanted to use the sequins beads that I bought. Mission: To finish off most/all of the recycled leather pieces to make them into an accessory.
Materials:
Elastic- Waist measurement L x 5cm W
Bow approx. 31cm L
Sequins beads-10 pcs.
Closures-metal hook & eye)-2
Heavy duty magnet (optional)-1 pair
Cement Glue- If using magnet
Trim-(Button)-1
Scissors
Tailor's chalk
Sewing machine

Start by cutting wide elastic to the measurement of how you want your belt to fit. Using chalk or a pin, mark where you want the belt to close (for magnet placement), leaving room at the elastic edge for hook and eyes or any other closure placement. I created my own version of a bow by cutting my leather at desired width/length. Then, cut the leather ends at an angle so that the belt could still remain flat instead of having a bulky result when wearing.

Next, I folded the leather into desired bow shape and pinned the front closed temporarily. I glued an embellished button to the center of the bow, closing the top edge of the leather, leaving a small triangular space between each side of leather on the bottom. Afterward, I carefully added flat sequins beads to act as my "polka dots" on the belt, then left aside to dry.

Well, there's still at least one more good piece of leather left, but I will save that one for a
*Here's a sneak peak of unusual hand dyed fabric that I received. I am working on something special at the moment .... stay tuned.
Loving your new dotted bow belt - it turned out beautifully!
ReplyDeleteYour belt is so freaking cute. I'll definitely have to try and make my own!
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omg genius! Love it!
ReplyDeleteThis is so cute! I am not usually a bow type of gal, but I like that this one has a bit of edge.
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ReplyDeleteThis is awesome Madison!! I LOVE bows!
ReplyDeleteMy dear you amaze me with your amazing DIY skills!!! Love that bow belt! :)
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Thank you! ;)
ReplyDeleteThanks so glad that you liked it! :)
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I can't wait to see the hand dyed fabric! That's something my mom works with at her place of employment! The belt is amazing and a great DIY!
ReplyDeleteThanks Aimee! Have a great weekend dear! xo
ReplyDeleteBrilliant! I don't think I can do something like this, but you made it look so easy:)
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you are so clever! Love the DIY belt!
ReplyDeleteThank you Cecylia. Glad that you like it too!
ReplyDeletei love this! what a great idea to creat a leather bow. i love the antique effect too!
ReplyDeleteClaire
Cool DIY, darling!
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cute! thanks for sharing with us :)
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Great job ! This DIY is genius !!!
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Love that bow belt, good job!
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so creative! great post dear, so inspirating!
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Absolutely LOVE this! Hope you're having a great weekend :) xoxo
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute belt! You go girl!
ReplyDeleteI TOTALLY adore it! I love the dots that you added to the bow! more texture!
ReplyDeletewow this is so cute! great DIY dear!!!!
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xoxo, Haus of Gala
Thanks so much! Hope your weekend was great! xx
ReplyDeleteThank you. :) x
ReplyDeleteThanks Claire! Enjoy your Sunday.
ReplyDeleteThanks dear Daniella. I love doing DIY I hope you're having a great wkd.!
ReplyDeleteThis one is quite easy. So glad that you liked it dear. -xo
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great DIY!
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I love the little dots that you put on your DIY bow. Great mission to use up all your leather accessories.
ReplyDeleteGreat DIY. It looks so cool and easy.
ReplyDeleteAdorable!
ReplyDeleteI have been wanting a bow tie belt too lately--thanks for the inspiration, I may have to make up a black one soon!
ReplyDeletexo Mary Jo
This is great, I've never tried using leather before. Thanks for linking up!
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