How to Make DIY African Fabric Bracelets Using Plastic Cups

Tools and materials:

• Scissors
• Ruler
• Glue
• Pen
• Measuring tape
• Fabric
• Disposable cup

1. Cut the cup

Here, I’m using a disposable cup; most people use it as an ice cream cup. Remember, we are going to be making a wide fabric bracelet, so we need to cut a wider portion from the top. Start by snipping the cup in half, halfway through. 

Then, cut out the bottom of the cup. 

Next, cut out the top rim. 

Lay the plastic flat, and draw a straight line, as shown. 

Cut out the curved part, as shown. This is to ensure that your wide fabric bracelet is straight on both sides. 

2. Measure the bracelet

Now, measure the center of the plastic and add dots lengthwise. 

Now, draw a line along the dots and ensure that it’s straight. Then, cut out the curvy part. 

Put the plastic around your wrist to see where it fits. 

Cut the plastic accordingly so it fits your wrist perfectly. 

3. Glue the ends

Next, apply glue to one end of the plastic and stick the other end on top. 

4. Wrap the fabric

Now, for the fun part. Take your fabric, fold it widthways, and start wrapping it around the plastic cuff. 

Be sure to add glue to the cuff itself as you go along. Do this in segments, as you want the glue to be fresh as you stick down the fabric. 

Wrap the fabric around the cuff entirely. Also, smoothen the fabric and make sure there are no bumps or bubbles. 

Now, glue the end, as shown. Fold the ends into the inside of the wide fabric bracelet. Then, let the bracelet dry.

Fabric bracelets DIY tutorial

We are done! How easy was that? I love the African print; it’s so vibrant and energetic. As you can see, it’s so easy to make custom fabric bracelets. You could make a whole bunch of different prints to have in your accessory collection.

We’ve come to the end of the fabric bracelets DIY tutorial, but if you do try this, please feel free to leave a comment and let me know how it goes.