DIY: Marc Jacobs Inspired Chunky Curb Link Bracelet

I found a fantastic vintage curb link necklace on Etsy the other day and I have been obsessed with chunky jewelry every since.
I have had my eye on the Marc by Marc Jacobs Katie bracelets for a while now as well so I really enjoyed this DIY.

Inspiration: Marc by Marc Jacobs Katie Bracelets 

(Images by Nordstrom)

And here is my much cheaper but just as cute DIY version :)
 

You will need:
- Plastic chunky curb chain links in any color you like plus silver colored
- large toggle clasp
- large jump rings
- pliers 

I looked around Etsy a lot to find a shop that would sell me this chunky chain in a custom length. Most were not willing to sell less than 30 inches and that is just too much for these bracelets unless you want to make a  lot of them plus necklaces etc.
Anyhow I was lucky enough to find one shop that was willing to sell as much as I wanted so if you are having trouble leave a message in the comments and I will give you a link :)
*Update* Here is a link to the shop


Start by measuring the chain against your wrist. The links on this type of chunky chain have a small opening so that you can snap them off and re-connect them easily.
Snap a piece off the chain about 5-6cm smaller than your wrist measurement.
Snap two links off the silver colored chain and connect them on each end of the main chain.
 Attach two jump rings on each silver link, follow with the clasp parts on each end and you are done!
If you prefer you can skip the clasp and either have a solid color on the bracelet or add a couple more silver ones.

 This plastic chain comes in so many colors that you can really go overboard and enjoy making a lot of these!



 Hope you like it :)
xoxo

15 comments :

  1. So cool! what's the link to the etsy store that doesn't sell in Costco bulk? Thanks for the tutorial!

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    1. Here you go :)
      http://www.etsy.com/shop/18items?section_id=10854151

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  2. I can't find plastic curb chain anywhere, only metal! Ive been looking for so long I would love to know where you found this. These bracelets are SO cute.

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    1. Here is the link : http://www.etsy.com/shop/18items?section_id=10854151

      They have lots of colors so I hope you find something that you like :)

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  3. Love the idea. Great job keep it up :) deff will be thinking of this

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  4. I love it! And I just have to mention how great your photography is as well.

    Kristiina @ Typical House Cat

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    1. Thank you Kristiina, still a long way to go but trying! :)

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  5. So great! Getting that chain is key-- you nailed it!

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  6. They look even better at the last picture!!!
    xx

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  7. I love these braclets! I want all of them but I will settle for just one or two of them! Check out my beauty/fashion/diy blog at borntobeblonde.com!

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  8. I love these! I want all of them but will settle for just one or two of them! Oh well, take a peek at my fashion/beauty/diy blog at borntobeblonde.com.

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  9. Where did you get your toggle clasps? I can't seem to find any similar ones.

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  10. Where can I get the large toggle clasps? I can't seem to find them anywhere...

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    1. Hey Kia :)
      I bought the ones I used on these bracelets on Etsy : http://www.etsy.com/listing/89857878/3-toggle-clasps-silver-plated-pewter

      I would love to see the results so feel free to share when you are done :)

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  11. I love cheap custom wristbands i rely like to see this posts thanks for sharing

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