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Sequined Shoulder Pads/Epaulettes From An Old Bra

Make your own shoulder pads, no sewing!

https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/sequined-shoulder-padsepaulettes-from-an-old-bra • Posted by Yasmine B.

Yesterday I found these pair of shoulder pads from Pinko and I got inspired to make them myself. Of course my try is way different from the Pinko one, but I have to say that, even if I usually don't like sequined things and glitter, I really like the final result. As you can see they're a bit excessive, so I think I won't use them everytime, but according to me they're perfect for parties. You can use them on jacket, blazer or to add a unique touch on your top. Hope you like it!

You will need

Project Budget
Cheap

Time

1 h 00

Difficulty

Nice & Simple
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Description

Yesterday I found these pair of shoulder pads from Pinko and I got inspired to make them myself. Of course my try is way different from the Pinko one, but I have to say that, even if I usually don't like sequined things and glitter, I really like the final result. As you can see they're a bit excessive, so I think I won't use them everytime, but according to me they're perfect for parties. You can use them on jacket, blazer or to add a unique touch on your top. Hope you like it!

Instructions

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    -Cut the cups of the bra leaving the wire

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    -Cut the piece that should be tied to straps

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    -You should get something like this: it's the base!

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    Now mix the vinyl glue with some glitter (not too much!)

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    -With a brush, spread the glue on your base Be messy! It doesn't matter if you're not much careful.

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    -Cover your base with glitter

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    -Remove the excess

  8. -Then, cover again your base

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    -Repeat these steps until the glitter will be spread smoothly

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    -Gently remove some glitter with a toothpick

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    -Hot Glue your sequins (I took them from a broken bracelet) trying to create a pattern

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    -Hairspray to fix the glitter

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    -Hot Glue the fringe

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    -Hot glue the gold chain and finally add the chord

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    -Fill the empty spaces with glue and glitter Hairspray again! Leave it to dry at least for 24 hours. You're almost done!

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    -Attache the adhesive strap under your cup and on your jacket Sew it if needed. Yeeeees! You made it!