I can’t tell you how long I’ve been wanting to make myself a leather peplum belt. I think it’s been since the beginning of the year… and I finally have the time to get creative with some new DIYs, so I whipped one up the other day in about 30 minutes. I had plans for a different buckle entirely but when I spotting this removable abstract leaf clasp hanging in my closet, I thought it would add the perfect 80’s touch & paired it with an equally 80’s mini dress. Since this buckle is removable, I can alter the look by simply switching it out for something else, giving the peplum a more ornate or more minimal feel {or simply by wearing the buckle in the back}.
psst! Check out my Peplum T-shirt DIY, it’s easy too!
Here’s What You’ll Need…
* Leather {find it at Tandy Leather}
* Scissors or blade
* Measuring tape
* White crayon or pencil
* Belt Buckle or self-adhesive velcro
* Fold your leather in half with the back or suede side up & with your white crayon or pencil, begin drawing your peplum shape. I did it free-hand, but if you have a ruffled blouse, a large feather trim or belt you can use as a pattern, do so. Measure your waist and draw a half circle equalling half of the circumference. TIP: start with it larger so you can trim it down… If you’re using a belt buckle, measure it, and draw out an extra few inches on each end. If you have a large enough hide of leather {or fabric} you can cut this out in one piece.
* Hold your leather firmly in place and carefully cut along the lines. I work better with scissors than a blade & scissors will cut through a surprisingly thick textile.
* It should look something like this. If you’d rather have straight edges than angled, cut them straight. If you’d rather they not overlap, cut them back.
* I used an old looping belt buckle from an a vintage belt. **You can use a regular buckle if you have the findings and settings or simply use a thick strip of industrial strength velcro.
* With this buckle, I simply slid the leather through, looped it over and back through.
Voila!
Have Fun!
Find all my DIYs here!
Laura
You are so creative and talented. That came out great!
Jola
This loooks stunning! Great job!
Anonymous
Dear M,
Is it just me or Lauren Conrad got a lil’ inspiration from you regarding the washer bracelet? 🙂
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOuLanzroKs&list=PLDB26B96E94A68382&index=2&feature=plpp_video
have a nice weekend!
Mrs. V.
Danny
Looks fab, great creative work 🙂 x
Megan, The Frugalista Diaries
very cute!
Xo Megan
Maria @ GLD
Wow! This is great! Love both your DIY and the peplum trend.
I don’t know if I can rock this belt but I’m def trying your peplum T-shirt 🙂
fashionistas stop
wowwww..this is amazing..I am so going to try this!
following you..hope you’ll do the same 🙂
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Surabhi
MissKroberts
I. LOVE. THIS.
You are amazing at what you do! I sooo wish I could make my own clothing.
el_martina
another great idea!!!!
thankfifi
looks amazing maegan! I have a leather peplum top and love it.x
♥ ThankFifi
Anh Nguyen
LOVE IT! This is so easy and so awesome. I love peplum!
Carsedra McKoy
This is just a fab idea!!!
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carla5555
Genius… pure GENIUS!!!!
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Charismainbklyn
I absolutely adore your blog!
Andi of My Beautiful Adventures
Beyond gorgeous!
Jennifer
That looks amazing!
xo Jennifer
http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com
Kat
This is AWESOME! I absolutely love this idea Maegan! I’ve seen people make detachable peplum skirts but NOT in leather until now!
What inspired you to create this piece?
kat
aneyeforfashion.blogspot.com
מניפות משי
love it! this is so cool!
simple and impressive upgrade!;)
Katya
amazing idea
Anonymous
It is so very stylish and stylish Belt .
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Life's a shoe
what an awesome DIY! it’s so pretty!
Karina
Love it! Could you tell me how much leather I should buy for the DIY?
Chelsea
This belt, is soooo amazing. I have to make this. I am so in love!! Great post, thank you!!
Austin Green
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