Metallic accents have been a key trend all season long. Get crafty and check out this gorgeous braided zipper bracelet crafted using this DIY tutorial from Morena DIY. Style with a few stacked rings and a lariat necklace to complete your look. Or, pair with a flirty blouse for a bit of feminine contrast. This versatile pick works well as a simple accent to spruce up any ensemble.
As far as materials go, you’ll need a set of three zippers, a lighter, two clamps for either edge, a hot glue gun and a hook and clasp for secure attachment.
- First, get your zippers together and separate them into three sections.
- Use a lighter to burn the edges slightly and then attach with a clip.
- Use a clamp to secure them and then start a traditional braid down the center. When you’re finished, use a hot glue gun to secure the ends.
- Then attach a simple hook and clasp and you’ll be finished.
Edgy, cute and totally on-trend, this is a fantastic gift idea to create for friends this holiday season.
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I appreciate that the materials list is simple—three zippers, clamps, glue, and a clasp—nothing too specialized or hard to find.
The tip about lightly burning the zipper edges before clamping is super helpful, since fraying is always my issue with DIY accessories.
The traditional braid technique keeps it approachable, even if you’re not super experienced with DIY jewelry projects.
Turning basic zippers into a holiday gift is clever, especially since you can customize colors to match each friend’s style.
The contrast idea with a flirty blouse is spot on, because the zipper texture adds just enough edge without overwhelming a softer outfit.
Pairing this with stacked rings and a lariat necklace makes sense, especially since the metallic zipper teeth already act like built-in jewelry details.
I like how the tutorial uses three zippers to create that chunky braid; it gives the bracelet a really substantial look without needing extra beads or charms.
Using clamps on both ends before braiding is a smart step; it probably keeps everything aligned so the braid doesn’t twist unevenly.
I didn’t expect a hot glue gun to be enough for securing the ends, but it seems like a practical shortcut instead of more complicated findings.
I hadn’t thought of zippers as a metallic accent before, but the finished bracelet really does capture that on-trend industrial vibe.