Friday, April 25, 2014

Let's Get Crafty: Hair Ties

We've all seen them, right? Those weird, flat hair ties with the knot on them. When they first became a thing I was so not into it. Like, why do they have a knot in them? Then I tried them and I was hooked! They have a tight hold and really keep your ponytail in place, yet they don't tug on your hair and hurt your head the way some hair ties do. 

But what don't I like about them? They're expensive! I've seen 3-packs selling for 7 bucks. Ummm, that's $2.33 per hair tie. Say whaaaat? And that's when I decided it's way more logical to make them yourself.


Step One: Pick some cute fold-over elastic (that's what it's called. I just googled it). I chose a nice set of neons, mostly because I got enough to make ten ties for a dolla- holla! You can find lots of options on Etsy and it's typically >$1 per yard, or check your local Michaels/Hobby Lobby/ Jo-Ann's. And remember, you should never shop at craft stores without a coupon. Seriously.



Step Two: Cut them. I just measured mine to fit around my wrist, plus some extra length for knotting. If you want some technical measurements, well, I can't really help you.  Probably about 8 inches.

This gives you an idea of what size mine were. It's really
more personal preference than anything, though.

Step Three: Seal the edges. This step is actually pretty simple; you just take the edge of your elastic and put it on something hot until the edges melt a bit. I imagine you could use a candle or a lighter or something like that, but I used my stove. I'm just really high class like that.



Step Four: Tie knots. This is kind of self explanatory.


Step Five: Cut a rectangle of cardstock the same width as your hair ties. Decorate with a witty saying. Slide on your pretty DIY hair ties.


Voila! You have a set of hair ties made with love and ready to gift to your gym-going friend for a little encouragement. Get it girl!

And don't forget to make a set for yourself, too- it can get pretty sweaty backin' that azz up!




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8 comments:

  1. Look at you go! I feel like people charge crazy amounts for those things and now they all just look real silly. You go!

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  2. Love this! They are ridiculously expensive. Totally going to go get some fold over elastic now.

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  3. I'm totally out of the loop on these things and why there has to be a new type of hair tie... are my old ouchless black bands not chic anymore!? I've gotta go do some googling.. but nice DIY!

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  4. I love these hair ties and never even thought about making them myself! It's so much cheaper, thanks for the tip!

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  5. This is such a good idea because you're right they are expensive! Yours came out great. Have an awesome weekend girly!
    -Alex
    http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/

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  6. I am going to try these out. I still can't figure out why they're so popular, but if it's only a dollar, might as well.

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  7. WOW. I am a huge crafting fan. This is why! I am doing this like tomorrow. Those things are soooo expensive.

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