Wednesday, April 3, 2013

DIY: Bicycle Tire Belt by Kaleb

Photos/Layout by Kaleb Nimz
One of the things we love most about our hobbies is bringing it into our every day lives (in this case, making an every day belt out of a bicycle tire). I have mentioned in some of our previous posts that cycling is a huge passion for me and a great form of exercise. And we do believe that bringing passions like this into your every day attire and other parts of your life, will really help your unique style to shine through. If any of you are questioning what your style is when it comes to fashion, consider some of your hobbies. And let the naturalness of it take it's course in your wardrobe!

Step 1: Gather Supplies -  Bicycle tire, Grandpa's Leather hole punch, Flat-head Screwdriver, Exacto knife, Sharpie, Belt buckle, 2 Screws and Posts  

Step 2: Cut off the side walls of the tire...this allows the tire to fold and bend like a belt. 

Step 3: Round off one side of the belt. 

Step 4: Mark a dot with the sharpie in the center of the tire 8 inches from the opposite end you just rounded. 

Step 5-6: Fit belt buckle into the hole.

Step 7: With belt buckle set in the hole, fold the tire and mark in the center of the tire one inch from the fold. 

Step 8: Punch a hole through both sides where you marked the tire. 

Step 9: Measure 1 inch from the first hole you punched and punch a second in the middle of the tire.

Step 10-11: Set a post and screw into the first hole you punched, and slide belt loop onto the tire. 
  
Step 12: Set the other post and screw into the second hole, to secure the belt loop in place.

Step 13-14: Cut the excess tire off about 1/2 inch from the second post and screw.

Step 15: On the end of the tire that was rounded, measure 3-4 inches in and mark a dot in the center of the tire and punch a hole. From that dot measure one inch and punch another hole. Repeat this 5-6 times or until you have the desired number of holes. 

Step 16: Enjoy your new cycling belt! This makes a great way to recycle and reuse old items and also sport your hobbies through your attire.
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24 comments:

  1. Serendipity SApril 3, 2013 at 8:31 AM

    It's a great idea!!

    www.serendipitystyle7.blogspot.com

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  2. Allison @ Lawfully LostApril 3, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    That's amazing! Great job.

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  3. UnknownApril 3, 2013 at 10:35 AM

    I'm loving this new quirky-belt trend. Have you seen the ones that are made from seatbelts?

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    1. Brewed TogetherApril 3, 2013 at 10:21 PM

      We have seen those! Those would also be a great upcycle to try. Thanks for sharing!

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  4. UnknownApril 3, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    whoa! so creative!

    amazing idea

    xoxo chelsea at http://nowismagic.blogspot.com

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  5. AnonymousApril 3, 2013 at 11:25 AM

    Wow, so creative!

    My husband and I really wanted to get into biking. He got an awesome bike and I found a vintage one I was planning to restore. But when his bike was stolen (and we can't afford a replacement) the inspiration kind of left me.

    Point is, I have some brand new bike tires that would be awesome to try this craft on! Thanks for the awesome idea.

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    1. Brewed TogetherApril 3, 2013 at 10:24 PM

      Wow. That is quite unfortunate that your husband's bike was stolen. We have had this happen to a few of our friends and it is definitely not fair. Maybe with your new bike tires, this would be a great thing to try and to get that motivation you need to be excited about bike riding again! Thanks for sharing. You both are in our thoughts.

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  6. L-DiggittyApril 3, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    This is so cool!!!! I'm going to have to try it!

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    1. Brewed TogetherApril 3, 2013 at 10:24 PM

      Thanks! Let us know if you decide to try it and how it goes!

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  7. SincerelySammieApril 3, 2013 at 1:05 PM

    This is quite clever. My fiance loves mountain biking and I think he would love this project, too!

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    1. Brewed TogetherApril 3, 2013 at 10:25 PM

      Thanks Sammie. We both enjoy some mountain biking as well and we agree that incorporating bikes into your life anywhere is a great idea! We may be a little biased. ;)

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  8. MelissaApril 3, 2013 at 3:26 PM

    This is so neat!!

    <3 Melissa
    wildflwrchild.blogspot.com

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  9. Lulus wonderlandApril 3, 2013 at 5:38 PM

    What a fab idea! :)

    Lulu xx

    http://luluslittlewonderland.blogspot.com

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  10. UnknownApril 3, 2013 at 8:48 PM

    thats so cool!

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  11. AnonymousApril 4, 2013 at 12:36 AM

    super cool DIY, I never would have thought to make a belt out of an old tire!
    tr[i]b[e]cca

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  12. EleanorApril 4, 2013 at 6:33 AM

    This is a great DIY and looks amazing!
    http://thelipstickthegirlandherwardrobe.blogspot.co.uk/

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  13. cecileApril 4, 2013 at 11:07 PM

    So clever -

    xo

    Cecile In L.A.

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  14. hildeApril 5, 2013 at 3:52 AM

    love this idea! i'm pretty sure my bike obsessed boyfriend will be a fan too!

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  15. UnknownApril 5, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    love your diy! all so creative! <3

    www.cinwilsoon.blogspot.com

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  16. UnknownApril 7, 2013 at 12:51 PM

    This is so creative, I love it! I'm tucking this DIY away for the next time I need a thoughtful gift...or when I change my tires. I'm in the process of designing a tote to fit onto my bike. Wonder if I can make the handle like this?

    Becca
    inside-the-hive.com

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  17. LeaApril 11, 2013 at 7:27 AM

    this just looks so great!
    definitely something I want to try! :)

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