When it comes to making braided or plaited leather bracelets, most of us assume these start off with leather strips. However, you can make "internal" plaits while keeping the bracelet ends intact for attaching fasteners.

According to Ian and Mandy of the CraftyCouple,  they learned how to do the various 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 and 13 from the now out of print book called Bush Leatherwork by Ron Edwards.  Keep an eye out for a secondhand copy anywhere!

They have shared the diagrams from the book  as well as their tips and tricks. Start with the 3 plait which is the easiest. The 5 plait is their favorite. They even tested out how much "shrinkage" occurs after plaiting.

The trickiest part is the cutting of the leather belt. The illustrated DIY gang cutter tool looks wicked!

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