Cool Refashioned Hardware: Fun & Easy Fashion Projects
RESTART YOUR Hardware TO Fashion Wear Get started refashioning Refashioning is all about reusing things you already have You can turn them into new things that you’ll love Spruce up your wardrobe with hardware Create fashionable shirts belts and bracelets You can reuse things you have around the house Or get supplies at a hardware store 4
Permission Safety (cid:273)(cid:335) Always get permission before making crafts at home (cid:273)(cid:335) Ask whether you can use the tools and materials needed (cid:273)(cid:335) Ask for help if you need it (cid:273)(cid:335) Be careful with sharp and hot objects such as knives and irons Be Prepared (cid:273)(cid:335) Read the entire activity before you begin (cid:273)(cid:335) Make sure you have everything you need to do the project (cid:273)(cid:335) Follow directions carefully (cid:273)(cid:335) Clean up after you are finished Basic terms and step-by-step instructions will make redoing your closet a breeze These projects will help you turn hardware into one-of-a-kind fashion pieces 5 5
HEAVY METAL You don’t have to hunt through your closet to find cool stuff to remake Look in your garage or basement Or go to a hardware store Look for metal fasteners Many small metal parts can be attached to clothes jewelry and even shoes HARDWARE TO REFASHION WITH NUTS STUDS COTTER PINS HINGES BOLTS WASHERS BRACKETS 6
Refashion Ideas for Hardware r Hardware STICK TO IT (cid:446)(cid:2) Glue hardware pieces to a shirt with fabric glue (cid:446)(cid:2) Use heavy-duty glue to add hardware to a purse or shoes TOUGH JEWELRY (cid:446)(cid:2) String nuts and washers onto ribbon to make a bracelet (cid:446)(cid:2) Put keys on a metal chain to make a rockin necklace TIE IT UP (cid:446)(cid:2) Knot ropes together to make a cool belt or a strap for a bag (cid:446)(cid:2) Glue rope to a shirt to make a fashion statement 7
