Stylish and practical DIY watch
Unless you’re a watchmaker, you probably won’t be able to make yourself a real watch face as a DIY project. But when it comes to bands, you can be as creative as you want! Creating a new strap is a great way to turn your regular watch into a personalized piece or a beautiful piece of jewelry.
Look at these 15 Creative DIY Watch Straps This is easy to make and will impress your friends!
1. Multi-linked list
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Are you a fan of the refined chain look but not sure which type of chain you want?make a all Different types of chains! Make one golden, one silver, one chunky, etc. Wild Amor shows you how to do just that.
2. Braided paracord strap
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You may have seen these same braiding and weaving techniques in friendship bracelets, but we love the look of this chunky paracord material even more! If you’re looking for a DIY watch strap that needs more wear, Paracord Tutorials has a DIY guide for you!
3. Scarf strap
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Trend Hunter recommends brightly patterned scarves as straps. We love the soft look it gives and the way it wraps around!
4. Scrap straps
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Are you a sewing hobbyist with lots of scrap ends lying around? Connect them end to end to make a watch strap! You can choose whether it will be shortened to wrap only once or very long to wrap as many times as you want! Get a tutorial on Instructables!
5. Beaded Strap
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Do you really like the idea of turning your watch into jewelry instead of a timepiece? Beads are probably the easiest way, and we love that the look is completely customizable, depending on the type of beads you buy. Check out how Craft Know It All made this!
6. Scrap wrapping tape
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Of course, this project does not have Made exclusively from scrap leather, but if you have left over from another project, this is a great way to use up a strip or two! Otherwise, you can just buy small lengths for this look. Like some of the previous designs, this one can be wrapped around the wrist just once or a few times and looks more like a bracelet, like Meghan Nielsen’s picture watch. It’s all up to you!
7. Colorful Woven Leather Strap
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Are you a big fan of texture and color? Braiding and weaving different colored leather strands is a great way to incorporate both of those things into a new strap. Shelterness shows you how to use a jewel clasp to hold the braided end of the strap nicely so it doesn’t unravel as you wear it.
8. Friendship bracelet watch
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It is recommended to use your watch strap as a nostalgic throwback to the fashion trends of your school days by making one using the Friendship Bracelet technique! Grab some colored thread or embroidery thread and knit or weave in your favorite shades and patterns. Brit + Co. shows you how this one is made.
9. Charm watch knocked out
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What’s better than getting something that looks designer without paying designer prices? DIY projects are a great alternative to your favorite expensive items.We love this tutorial from Flamingo Toes because it teaches you how to make a watch strap that can be wound multiple times and Has a cute little charm!
10. DIY Lace Watch
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Are you looking for a more refined and feminine DIY watch strap? Try lace instead of thicker materials like leather or metal. This look works especially well if your watch face is very small and itself very delicate. Get some advice on how to do this from Kitty and Kevin.
11. Chains, beads and rhinestones
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Are you having a hard time choosing between delicate chains, colorful beads and sparkling rhinestones? Fab You Bliss shows you how to make a band that combines all three of these things in a stylish way so you don’t have to choose!
12. Rope Tape
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Do you love the idea of weaving and braiding techniques with friendship bracelets, but you’re looking for a more understated color scheme than the classic rainbow design? Instead of bright embroidered floss, try simple white rope or string for a nice textured but less tinted strap. Wrapped Up in Rainbows shows you how it’s done.
13. Fabric strap cover
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Instructables recommends altering an existing strap rather than making it from scratch. This tutorial shows you how to remove the straps, measure and cut the fabric to the correct size, and sew the cover. You’ll be able to customize your watch to include any color and pattern you like!
14. Leather Cuff Strap
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Do you like the idea of leather, but are more interested in something that expresses your personality than a thin leather cord? This design from Instructables might just be the one for you! We love what looks like real cuffs. Choose a leather shade that complements most of your wardrobe and make it as wearable as possible.
15. Peacock Bead Watch
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Do you have a decorative dial whose strap is not up to par in style and complexity? Love it yourself so it suits your taste better! The variety of different beads gives you almost limitless possibilities. Check out this Beaded Strap tutorial on Instructables.
Time to give your watch a stylish makeover!
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