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Belt Buckles

Materials and tools:

blank buckle belt with a crest
rock 'n roll images
scrapbooking or wrapping paper
Glue stick
rhinestones
gem glue
toothpick
half decoupage
ultra fine glitter
small brush
leather paints
Brushes
leather belt

Steps:

1. Cut out the paper and image(s) to fit inside the hole in the belt buckle. Blank paper pasted inside the buckle..

2. Decide on the location and paste the images in place.

3. Using jewelry glue and a toothpick, adhere the rhinestones in a decorative pattern.

4. Add glitter to a small amount of decoupage medium and brush on the images and rhinestones. Work carefully to keep the media in the belt buckle well. Let dry overnight, or longer if necessary.

5. Decorate the belt with leather paintings and attach the buckle to the belt.