DIY: Leather + Climbing Rope Macrame Bracelets

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It’s been a while since I made a bracelet that I was really excited about, which is why I had so much fun making today’s DIY project.  Stefan and I were wandering around Abbott-Kinney on our last trip to LA and I spotted some bracelets just like these in one of the boutiques.  I knew immediately that I had to make them.  The trickiest part was sourcing the end cap hook, but a quick search of Etsy remedied that.

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Materials/Where to Buy:  Deerskin lace // Climbing Rope // End Cap with Hook

not pictured:  Lighter // Sharp Scissors

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{if steps 5 + 6 are confusing, refer to this tutorial.}

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 Be sure to press the cord ends into the ending for a solid 30 seconds to set!

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Second & Bottom photos by Lydia Hudgens.

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43 Comments

  1. The Curvy Girl:

    This is fantastic! I am going to try!

    3.27.13 Reply
  2. ALISON:

    These look so fantastic, really, great job Grace!

    3.27.13 Reply
  3. Emma Finlayson:

    Pinning this to do soon! love the look and as I have large wrists, I like making my own bracelets to ensure a good fit!

    3.27.13 Reply
  4. Alyssa:

    These are so cool–I love the rustic touch! They’re like the adult version of the sailor rope bracelets I used to wear in high school haha

    3.27.13 Reply
  5. Liz {What Dress Code?}:

    Such a great spin on those adjustable bracelets they always had at the arcade at the beach — you know, the neon-colored ones that you’d wear into the ground in elementary school summers — the leather’s the perfect way to make that look more mature!

    3.27.13 Reply
  6. Sara:

    These look great! They look like a perfect addition to any outfit.

    3.27.13 Reply
  7. Daisy:

    ohhh love these! you’re so creative!

    & Pretty Things

    3.27.13 Reply
  8. Quinn Cooper:

    I love the end cap on these bracelets. It really does make the bracelet that much better. Such a great idea. They look really awesome layered as well.
    Quinn Cooper Style

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  9. Erica:

    SO GOOD!!! xx

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  10. Stacey @ Likes to Smile:

    Wow! These are the coolest! Can’t wait to make some myself!

    3.27.13 Reply
  11. The Marcy Stop:

    Amazing tutorial! LOVE how these turned out, and they look equally amazing on.
    xL

    Win a $300 Shopping Spree!

    3.27.13 Reply
  12. Chelsea:

    Fun- these little guys will be perfect for summer! xo

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  13. alyson:

    One of my favorites ever. Would so wear this… turned out so well.

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  14. Elizabeth // The Now:

    Very cool! I have a feeling I would never take these off!!!

    xoxo

    P.S. GIVEAWAY ALERT: Gold and Gray tassel bracelets giveaway ends at midnight!!

    3.27.13 Reply
  15. Lauren:

    nice– doesn’t look too hard! thanks for the DIY inspiration as always.

    3.27.13 Reply
  16. chelsie | chelsie, darling:

    love the look of these! i’m going to attempt to make a few for gifts 🙂

    3.27.13 Reply
  17. Erin @ Thanks, I Made It:

    What a great mix of materials. Nice find on those hooks too, they’re really cool!

    3.27.13 Reply
  18. Akaleistar:

    What an awesome project!

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  19. Monique:

    Love this little DIY! Those bracelets are too cute!

    3.27.13 Reply
  20. Little Red Book:

    Fabulous DIY!

    http://www.littleredbook-thatshaute.blogspot.com

    @littleredbookxo

    3.27.13 Reply
  21. carlyjcais:

    Great project! I love the juxtaposition of the slick climbing rope with the earthy suede lace. And great find for the cap-hook…why are such necessary heavy-duty accessory-finishing items so hard to find at retail stores? Etsy to the rescue, as always!:-)
    xo
    Carly

    3.27.13 Reply
  22. Denisa:

    I always like DIY so I like that bracelets. Have a nice day.

    http://www.fashiondenis.com/

    3.28.13 Reply
  23. The Travelogue:

    Those turned out so cute! Love DIY’s that aren’t so girly-crafty, if that makes sense. Good work!!

    3.29.13 Reply
  24. Nikki Rappaport:

    wow this is very cool! Fun one, Grace! Hope you had a great time in Dallas this weekend.

    3.31.13 Reply
  25. Charlotte:

    Grace, how much of the deerskin lace do we need for each bracelet? Thanks!

    4.1.13 Reply
    • Grace Atwood:

      Hi Charlotte, you need about 4-5 feet! Hope that helps 🙂

      4.1.13 Reply
      • Charlotte:

        Thanks!

        4.2.13 Reply
  26. Lloyd and Wolf:

    Love these! Can’t wait to try it out!

    4.1.13 Reply
  27. Sian Bowen:

    These are fab, would love to try making one!!!

    http://www.eatplaydreamlive.blogspot.com

    X

    4.3.13 Reply
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  29. Jeannie:

    Hi..I looked for the end cap with a hook on Etsy, but couldn’t find it. All the end caps and hooks show two pieces, but you used just a once piece hook, right? Thanks for any help on this.

    11.2.13 Reply
    • CAP:

      @jeannie

      I found the same end cap except silver at a store called Ben Franklin, maybe you could call and order, maybe even paint to make the copper color.

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  30. Shelley:

    What kind of glue?

    6.13.15 Reply
    • graceatwood:

      E600)!

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  31. Patricia:

    Love, love, love these. Can’t wait to make some.

    9.8.15 Reply
  32. Aikku Lootus:

    Great! Thank you for sharing. 🙂

    Greetings from Helsinki!

    11.25.15 Reply