Honestly WTF's 'DIY Braided Hex Nut Bracelet' plays up on Grecian jewelry design. The gold bolts strewn together in the post are reminiscent of laurel and myrtle-clad wreaths, worn notoriously on the heads of the ancient Greeks.
The DIY Braided Hex Nut Bracelet was inspired by designer Philip Crangi's 'Giles & Brother Hex Collection.' The Crangi pieces made use of small gilded nuts, inspiring Honestly WTF to take on a similar production method.
Butcher's twine and brass hex nuts provide the foundation for these bands. The pegs are tied on to the three hanging strings in a braided formation, giving way to an elegant yet rustic look. Colorful studs or gems can be substituted in, though one would probably have the most success with deadbolts taken from a tool shed.
DIY Grecian Jewelry
The 'Braided Hex Nut Bracelet' is Inexpensive and Effortless
Trend Themes
1. Grecian-inspired DIY Jewelry - Opportunity for jewelry brands to create DIY kits that allow customers to make Grecian-inspired jewelry at home.
2. Rustic and Elegant Jewelry - Chance for jewelry designers to incorporate rustic elements like brass nuts and braided twine into elegant jewelry pieces.
3. Upcycled Hardware Jewelry - Potential for sustainable jewelry brands to repurpose everyday hardware items like bolts and nuts to create unique accessories.
Industry Implications
1. Jewelry - Jewelry industry can explore Grecian-inspired designs and incorporate rustic elements for new product lines.
2. Craft and DIY - Opportunity for DIY and craft industries to develop DIY kits and workshops for creating Grecian-inspired jewelry using common hardware items.
3. Sustainability - Sustainable fashion and accessories industry can focus on upcycling hardware items to promote eco-friendly and unique jewelry designs.