26 January 2012

✄ DIY tutorial: Studded Ribbon Bag

What you'll need:
Bag
Ribbon
Lots of studs
Pliers


1. Hide the end of the ribbon just inside the bow fastening and prepare to stud your life away! Lay the ribbon up to the edge of the bow, make sure all the prongs on the stud are straight, push them through the ribbon and bow and bend them in on themselves with pliers.

2. When you get to a curve, simply fold the inner edge of the ribbon over itself; the tighter the curve, the more ribbon you fold over. Once you've done that, cover the folded area with a stud.

3. Studding can take a long time and can make your fingers sore but don't give up, you know the result will be worth it.

 4. Instantly I've changed this once cheap faux leather bag (from Tesco!) into a unique and expensive-looking accessory. Job done.


What do you think of my latest DIY? If you like what you see then spread the word. If you have a go at it please credit me and don't forget to send me your pictures.

I'm listening to: Hideaway by The Olivia Tremor Control

7 comments:

  1. That's so adorable!!

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    1. Just checked out all your great DIYs and am following :)

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  2. The result is lovely... looks really professional. I wouldn't have even guessed it was a DIY job!

    http://primpedandprimed.blogspot.com/

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  3. quite a good idea! lovely diy project!
    xxx Anita

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  4. Great result! Tha bag has more character now :)

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  5. I agree with others especially with Victoria - the bag has more character now :)

    xx Heidi Caterina

    P.s If you love fashion and DIY's etc. you should definitely check my blog, SearchingforLBD.blogspot.com and if you like, subscribe! :)

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  6. Your bag looks prettier with the studs! &your blog are inspiring!!
    {followed}

    Stephani
    xx

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