This tutorial will show how to make a paracord bracelet fixture that can be used with or without side release buckles. As I began making more bracelets it became readily apparent that I needed to build a fixture for this purpose. I looked at several designs that were being used and decided to create my own version. When I decided to make the fixture, these were the objectives I wanted to achieve:
- It had to be simple to use
- It must be portable for traveling & camping
- It must be easy to make
- Must be inexpensive
I accomplished the objectives and decided to share my design. I was able to make this fixture in about an hour for under $12. It is adjustable from 3 to 12 inches.
- It had to be simple to use
- It must be portable for traveling & camping
- It must be easy to make
- Must be inexpensive
I accomplished the objectives and decided to share my design. I was able to make this fixture in about an hour for under $12. It is adjustable from 3 to 12 inches.
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Tools needed:
- Drill & drill bits
- Saw
- Screwdriver(s)
- sandpaper (optional)
- counter-sink drill bit (optional)
Materials list:
Quantity Part Description (Approx Cost)
2 ¼” x 1 ¼” flat head bolts ($ 0.20)
1 ¼” wing nut ($ 0.10)
1 ¼“ screw protector cap ($ 0.25)
4 2 ¼” wood screws ($ 0.99)
1 angle divisor - also called angle divider ($ 7.99)
2 ½” cable clamps ($ 0.20)
1 5mm x 10mm pan head machine screw ($ 0.19)
1 size 8 x ½” screw ($ 0.08)
1 5mm hex nut ($ 0.19)
36” 1” x 4” standard grade board ($ 0.74)
1 3/8” side release buckle ($ 0.40)
1 5/8” side release buckle ($ 0.44)
Total $ 11.77
- Drill & drill bits
- Saw
- Screwdriver(s)
- sandpaper (optional)
- counter-sink drill bit (optional)
Materials list:
Quantity Part Description (Approx Cost)
2 ¼” x 1 ¼” flat head bolts ($ 0.20)
1 ¼” wing nut ($ 0.10)
1 ¼“ screw protector cap ($ 0.25)
4 2 ¼” wood screws ($ 0.99)
1 angle divisor - also called angle divider ($ 7.99)
2 ½” cable clamps ($ 0.20)
1 5mm x 10mm pan head machine screw ($ 0.19)
1 size 8 x ½” screw ($ 0.08)
1 5mm hex nut ($ 0.19)
36” 1” x 4” standard grade board ($ 0.74)
1 3/8” side release buckle ($ 0.40)
1 5/8” side release buckle ($ 0.44)
Total $ 11.77
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These sell locally fairly quick. Due to the weight and size, it costs about $10 or $11 to ship to most locations in the US, so many people who have asked have decided to make their own to save the shipping costs.
Thanks for the great instructional. I'll be making one of these when I get home!
Thanks for the post it looks great.. I will make one... just a matter of finding the angle devisor or something to replace it with.....
Good luck!
When tying knots there are lots of variables that influence the fit of a bracelet. How tight the knots are tied, the type of paracord used, the type of knot tied, etc. A jig has several purposes. The main purpose is to ensure the distance between the buckle ends does not change while the bracelet is being tied, thus making it much easier to make bracelets for each size. Another purpose is to be able to make new bracelet sizes correctly the first time rather than do a lot of trial-and-error retying.
The length of cord to use for a bracelet depends on too many variables to accurately state a length. Most people will provide their best estimate when they demonstrate a particular knot, but since individuals tie knots differently it is still only an estimate. Hope this helps!
Making your own slotted bar and etching your own numbers shouldn't cause any problems. You can still use the same methodology to create your sizing table. Good luck!