As i have been on a handbag, zipper pouch kick ive decided to make a few of these leather tassels! well lucky for me my mom gave me a few old leather coats that have seen better days and i stitch ripped them and im using the smaller portions to create some of these! Very easy and look store bought!
Things you will need are:
Leather or suede
Craft Glue, fabric Tac or even school glue!
Rotary cutter and mat and a clear ruler with quarter of an in measurements (a quilting ruler works great!)
step 1 – Draw a line 1/2″ down the long side of your leather (on the wrong side of your leather) (this line will act as a guide so you dont slice down the leather too far)
Step 2 – use your rotary cutter to slice a strip every 1/4″ until you reach the end
Step 3 – Attach another 1/4″ piece of leather folded in half in the corner to create a loop (where you will hang your tassel from your purse) (make sure this is glute down very well and if you are at all concerned you can place a few stitches with a needle and thread)
step 4 – Glue all the way dfown the rest of the none cut strip (top of your tassel and start to roll your tassel from the loop end, nice and tightly)
Step 5 (optional) – if you wish you can again place a stitch to secure the end of the leather but if you use a good strong glue then you should have no problems!
Attach a ring or to a keychain or a necklace and wear!
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