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How to make measuring tape and button bracelets

May 14, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

Got an old measuring tape hangin’ around and some fun buttons? Why not whip up a fun set of bracelets. Bay Area Maker Faire May 21st & 22nd! Want to win a pair of tickets? Pop on over to Craftside and leave a comment to be in the running for one of 2 pairs they are giving away!

Looking for vintage buttons? Check these out on Etsy.

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Comments

  1. Kathy says

    July 25, 2011 at 12:23 pm

    Nice idea. I have seen watches made w/ tape measure bands but never thought of using buttons. There are alot of novelty buttons out there and this is a different, usuable way of displaying them.

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