How to Make Custom Belt Buckles

Learn how to make custom belt buckles with expert clothing accessory tips in this free craft video series.

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Summary: Since the dawn of time man has searched for something to keep his pants up on his waist. Sure, a piece of rope would hold up your jeans, but where's the style in that? A piece of leather is nice, but how are people going to know that you live in the Wild West or that you really like bling? The answer arrived shortly after the invention of the belt. Fancy, custom belt buckles are a forgotten art in many cultures, but in cowboy country and inner cities, belt buckles act as a means of expression for the wearers likes, dislikes and general personality. While most men's clothes lack any real personality, belt buckles serve both form and function by assisting in the belting of pants process and allowing passersby and admirers to look at your fancy clothing accessories.

In this free crafts video series, our expert will show you how to make custom belt buckles. Let our expert show you each easy to follow step for finding the right belt and buckle pieces, matching the belt buckles and finding pieces for your custom belt buckles. Get tips for using the right glue, setting up a work space and being safe when you make your own belt buckle. If you are interested in design and want to make your own custom belt buckles, let our expert show you all the steps for creating your own unique clothing products.

About the Expert

Kristine Mueller is an artist and designer who has studied drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, printmaking, and design at Ringling School of Art & Design in Sarasota, FL, Otis College of Art & Design in Los Angeles, and the School of Visual Arts in New York. She has worked with several designers in San Francisco and Los Angeles. Currently, she has her own business in Los Angeles, mainly painting canvas, and leather jackets. Her painted jackets have sold in various upscale boutiques in Los Angeles including Fred Segel.

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