Stretchy Watchband

Watch bands should have their own personality just like you do. What kind will yours have?

Step 1
Cut a strip of tape long enough to cover the straw.
Step 2
Roll the tape around the straw.
Step 3
Cut pieces of wrapped straw the same length as the pin on the watch.
Step 4
Cut a strip of tape to the width of the pin and wrap the end around the pin, leaving the adhesive exposed.
Step 5
Cut a piece of elastic jewelry cord that is at least 48 inches long and center it against the pin. Note: The length of cord needed may vary based on wrist size and the width of the watch.
Step 6
Wrap the tape around the cord and pin to join them.
Step 7
Place the ends of the cord through a straw piece in opposite directions and pull the cord tight.
Step 8
Continue threading wrapped straw pieces until there are enough to reach halfway around your wrist.
Step 9
Temporarily tie off the end and begin the steps on the other side of the watch face.
Step 10
Once there are enough pieces to wrap comfortably around your wrist, join them by knotting together the cords and trimming the excess.

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