You can use more than one color paper to make a multi-colored wristband. Construction paper will do fine for a temporary bracelet, but may not last very long. Scrapbook paper is both strong, and flexible enough for use as a wrist band. Consider using scrapbook paper if you have or can get some. Scrapbook paper can be purchased at most craft stores, and comes in a variety of patterns.
If you want to create a wristband with an additional layer of paper, for contrast, you can cut a second strip of paper about 1⁄2 inch (1. 3 cm)
A soda can work as a cylinder for this purpose, full or empty. No matter what you use, make sure that it has a big enough circumference that you will be able to get the wristband on and off.
If you overlap the sides too little, the wristband will be more fragile, and more easily fall apart.
Make sure that you do not accidentally glue the wristband to the cylinder. If you do, you might not be able to get it off. In that case, you will have to start over. Repeat this process for the thinner strip of paper, if you are choosing to use one. Center and overlay the second, thin strip on the first, thicker strip. Then, glue it down to the first strip.
Optionally, you can use material like glitter or rhinestones to further decorate your wrist band. Spread glue on the area you want to glue something to the wrist band, then stick the item where you want it.
Optionally, you can use material like glitter or rhinestones to further decorate your wrist band. Spread glue on the area you want to glue something to the wrist band, then stick the item where you want it.
It only takes a few minutes for a glue stick to dry. You should not have to wait long, but be patient. For other glue types, check the instructions on the bottle.
You can use an old sock with holes in it as a way to recycle, if you have a suitable sock. [2] X Research source
Use a sturdy, sharp pair of scissors. If you use scissors that are too dull, there is a greater chance that you will end up fraying the fabric. If you fray the fabric too much, you might have to start over with a different sock.
To quickly hem the wristband, stick the needle through the fabric and immediately back up through, just above the fold. Now pull the needle all the way through. Then continue stitching up through the fold, pulling the needle through, connecting the fold with the rest of the fabric. Move along the seam and repeat the process until you have sewn all the way around the circumference. When finished, you’ve created a basic hem. [4] X Research source Hemming the wristband will prevent the fabric from unravelling. Make sure that you do not sew all the way through the cuff. If you do, you will sew both sides together. In that case you will have to cut the thread out with scissors and begin again.
Make sure that all pins are secured and that the points are not exposed. They pose a risk for cutting yourself when you put your hand through the wristband.
Make sure that all pins are secured and that the points are not exposed. They pose a risk for cutting yourself when you put your hand through the wristband.
