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May 11
watch with inkle band on a woman's wrist.

Woven Bracelet with Many Uses

Designed and woven by Annie MacHale

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Woven on the Inkle Loom

Inkle weaving gives you the ability to make so many practical and beautiful items for everyday use. Of all the things I have woven on my Schacht inkle looms—I currently have 8—one of the most useful has been this little bracelet, which I also use as a watchband.

It all started when I came across some small 1/2″ side release buckles and thought that they would work nicely for a little woven bracelet. I wove bands using crochet cotton, which comes in so many wonderful and bright colors! The bracelets were so lightweight and comfortable to wear, I began making collections of them that I could mix and match in bunches. I then made the happy discovery that the 1/2″ band fitted my watch perfectly. Naturally, I made my own custom watch band, and it is truly the most comfortable watch band that I have ever owned.

My coworkers and friends saw them and loved them, too. They helped me imagine other uses for this little strap with a side release buckle. They can be used as bracelets or watch bands. You can also attach your keys or water bottle to a purse or backpack. They are versatile and useful for everyone!

Equipment

  • inkle loom
  • belt shuttle
  • 18 string or Texsolv heddles
  • sharp fabric scissors
  • sewing thread and needle
  • 1/2″ or 3/8″ side release buckle (3/8″ is easier to find and will work as well) or closure of your choice

Materials

Aunt Lydia’s Crochet Cotton, size 10

  • 18 yds Black for weft
  • 50 yds Black for warp
  • 19 yds Atom Red for warp
  • 15 yds Peacock for warp

I used a 78″ warp (the middle path on the Schacht inkle loom), which will yield 6 to 8 bracelets.

Download the PDF for complete project instructions

photos of several bracelets and a watch band.