Make a Can Tab Bracelet

Got a bunch can tabs laying around? Or just want to make a cool bracelet? Well, I'll tell you how.

Step 1: Step 1

First, get what you need. 

I used about two feet of string and 22 can tabs. 
You might need more or less, depending on your wrist size. I'm a tween so my wrist is small. Keep in mind the thickest part of your hand, since when it is finished you will be sliding it over that and don't want the bracelet to get stuck. It would be a good idea to have more string than you think you will need and extra can tabs.You want to make it big enough to slide on your wrist, but not to big so it doesn't fall off. You can also color your can tabs with a sharpie or paint them with nail polish. I found that the sharpie rubs off, so try putting clear nail polish over it.

Comments

[DIYDIVA2]

I would just like for the color to stay as long as possible. My husband is an artist and has many different types of paints. Perhaps I could use his airbrush gun and whatever type of paint that works for aluminum.

[jellybeensis]

I would try asking your husband for some advice, he might be able to help. I just suggested nail polish because thats the first thing I thought of.

[DIYDIVA2]

So if I want to color them with say blue nail polish, should I apply the clear first or just the blue? This is a great way to recycle.

[jellybeensis]

the clear coat first might make it last longer, but you definitely want to apply a clear coat after the blue

[Inspirationn]

Awesome! Very Funny. (;

[scoochmaroo]

Very nice, and easy to follow!

[jellybeensis]

Thanks!