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How to make body chains

This adjustable chain belt can also be worn as a necklace.

finished belt 1

An adjustable chain belt is a cool way to add some interest to your old outfits. This one is super easy to make and it could double as a lariat if you like!

You will need the following tools and materials to make this adjustable chain belt:

1:Pliers. You’ll need your cutting pliers, flat nose pliers and round nose pliers to make this chain belt.

Cutting pliers, round nose pliers and flat nose pliers

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2: A long piece of chunky chain. Long enough to fit around your waist with a little bit extra.

chunky chain

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3: A large lobster clasp.

chunky clasp

4: A large jump ring.

big jump ring

5: A head pin.

head pin

6: Beads of your choice. I used this metal cylinder bead and a pink glass e-bead.

belt beads

Follow these steps to make your adjustable chain belt:

1: Add the beads to the head pin.

beads on pin

2: Bend the pin to form a right angle.

bent pin

3: Trim the head pin so that only 1cm protrudes from the bead.

trimming pin
trimmed pin

4: Curl the trimmed pin to form a loop. Once you have done this you can set the charm aside.

curled pin

5: Add a lobster clasp to one side of the chain.

open link
attaching clasp
clasp attached

6: Add the charm to the other end of the chain using the jump ring.

jump ring to other end
attaching charm
charm attached

Now your chain belt is done and ready to wear! Or throw it on as a statement necklace instead!

finished belt 1
finished belt 2

How will you wear your adjustable chain belt? What charm will you attach to yours?

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