DIY: Easy & Affordable Braided Chain Necklace

Braided large chain bracelets have been trending for quite some time now, and I finally got around to figuring out how to make one from products you can find at your local craft store (Michael�s, AC Moore, Jo-Ann Fabrics, etc). These bracelets are great for stacking to create an elaborate arm party. The thing I love most about Do-It-Yourself projects is the ability to customize the piece to your own personal style/preference.

Since making these DIY bracelets are affordable (~$3-4) and quick (~20 minutes) � you can easily make a bunch of these in all different colors to match your spring/summer outfits!  I encourage you all to explore different styles, be creative, and experiment with different color/style/textured chains and different color combinations.

If you make one, I�d love to see the finished product! Feel free to tweet me or mention me on the instagram photo so I can get the notification : ) username for both: L_LIN

Materials I Used:

•   scissors
•   tape or clip-board
•   craft thread (Prism brand; I got a pack of 36 skeins for $3.99)
•   2 bobby pins
•   clear nail polish
•   large chain link bracelet (buy from the jewelry section of any store OR make your own)

I made my own large chain bracelet using:

• necklace top chain (Tori Spelling $3.99; I separated the chain and made 2 bracelets)
• toggle clasp (Darice Jewelry Designer $1.49)
• pliers

You can also buy the large chains from ebay by searching for �aluminum necklace chain�. Many sellers have stores that carry chains in all different colors/finishes. It�s a lot cheaper to buy off ebay, but most ship from Asia, so it can take over 4 weeks to arrive :\

I hope you give this DIY project a try!
Step By Step Video Tutorial:

Organize Bobby Pins

Organization is very important to me because I feel it boosts efficiency and makes day-to-day living just that much easier. Pinterest is a great place to browse for great tips & tricks for optimal organization. I recently tried out this great tip for storing bobby pins.  I know I am not the only one who has bobby pins scattered here and there! Okay, no need for me to ramble any further as the photos below are pretty self explanatory.

I don�t have much in this drawer, but it already looks messy:

After organizing (ah, much better):

I used a magnetic strip with an adhesive back (sold as a roll at Staples), but you can use any magnet and adhere it to a side of your drawer. You know those magnets that realtors and advertisers send? Re-use them! : )

Voil�, there we have it:

Happy Organizing!