SUMMER is quickly approaching and it's time to get some projects together so that the kiddos don't spend 3 months in front of the television or on a computer! Did you know that creativity helps kids develop problem solving skills? Just sayin'
From THE BIG ASS BOOK OF CRAFTS 2
From THE BIG ASS BOOK OF CRAFTS 2
These ZIP TIE LINK BRACELETS are a fun, easy project that everyone can enjoy and make their own. Add beads, use more than one link. Go nuts.
YOU’LL NEED
Nylon zip ties in
different colors (or black and white)
Scissors
2 jump rings
1 large lobster claw
HERE’S HOW
1. Make
your first link in a size you like. This
will determine the size you cut your other zip ties.
2. Cut
your zip ties to size (ooh, that rhymes)
3. Slip
the end of the zip tie through a finished link and keep it going until you have
enough to fit around your wrist.
4. Add
a jump ring to one end.
5. Add
a jump ring with the lobster claw to the other end so you can close it.
LOVE this! Perfect for my upcoming Mermaids and Mamas Artful Adventure where I'll be keeping 12 elementary school girls and their Mamas entertained with arts and crafts projects for an entire weekend! I already have your first book.....must go purchase the second. :-)
ReplyDeleteVery cool project Mark! I didn't realize zip ties came in so many cool colors. Will have to keep my eyes peeled for some. These links would look great with some large holed polymer clay beads strung on them, before they were zipped up. So many design possibilities!
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