Studs are all over the runways, but you don't have to buy new designer accessories -- or pay designer prices -- to get the look.

Use our how-tos for studded bracelets, tote bags, key chains, earrings, and more to make your own accessories, or just use our instructions to add studs to items you already own.

Studs, also referred to as nailheads, come in different shapes, sizes, colors, and finishes. This glossary will help you identify the types used in these projects.

Dome, Baguette, Flat, Spike, and Pyramid nailheads, $4.98 per package, from M&J Trimming, (212) 944-7331.

These two types of pliers will help you attach the studs.

Round needle-nose pliers are great for tiny details. The fine tips easily bend the spikes on the back of your studs, securing them in place on fabric or leather.

Nylon jaw pliers are wide, flat, and coated in plastic. They are great for tightening a stud after the spikes have been folded over because the nylon coating will prevent them from scarring or denting the top of your stud.

Round nose pliers (TOOL-502), $21.99; Nylon jaw pliers (TOOL-105), $16.19, from Artbeads, (866) 715-2323.

The contrast of the metallic studs with natural canvas bags creates a unique accessory that's chic for day or night.

Tools and Materials
Canvas tote or pouch
1" to 1 1/2" thick ribbon (webbing or twill tape works well)
Fast-drying fabric glue such as Magna-Tac
Scissors
Studs
Round needle-nose pliers and nylon jaw pliers

Magna-Tac 809 (8094), $4.50 for 4 oz, by Beacon, from Garment Center Sewing Supplies.

Similar canvas tote: Canvas tote (4934761043753), Small, in Ecru, $14.50 from Muji.

Similar webbing: Cotton webbing, in Natural and Pink, 1 1/4", $2.45 per yard, from Online Fabric Store, (877) 781-2967.

For the Tote
Cut a length of ribbon long enough to wrap around your purse, allowing an extra 3" (1" for hem and 1" for each end to glue inside opening of purse). Hem your ribbon by folding 1/2" down on each end and securing with glue.

Glue one end of ribbon just inside the top opening, hemmed side down. Using our image as a guide, position the studs along ribbon.

Once they are all aligned, use the needle-nose pliers to fold in the stud spikes, securing in place on the ribbon. Squeeze with nylon jaw pliers to secure studs. Glue ribbon to bag, wrapping under and around the back of the bag. Glue end in place inside the top opening of bag.

For the Pouch
Cut a length of ribbon long enough to wrap around your pouch, allowing an extra 1 1/2" (1/2" to hem and 1" for overlap). Hem one end of your ribbon by folding 1/2" down and securing with glue.

Position studs on ribbon, starting 1 1/2" from hemmed end. Once they are aligned, use the needle-nose pliers to fold in the stud spikes, securing in place on the ribbon. Squeeze with nylon jaw pliers to secure studs. Glue the ribbon to front of the pouch, leaving hemmed edge hanging over by 1". Glue ribbon around the bag, bringing unhemmed end to back side seam. Fold hemmed edge around back of pouch, overlapping unhemmed edge. Glue in place.

These studded barrettes are a chic accent to any ensemble.

Tools and Materials
Barrettes
Superglue
Pyramid studs
Round needle-nose pliers

Barrettes, Gold, 40mm (HCLIP 4H), $1 each; 60mm (HCLIP 6H), $2.20 each, from Toho Shoji, (212) 868-7465.

Hotfix pyramid nailhead, Gold, 7mm (#43987), $4.23 for 50 pieces, 10mm (#43988), $4.23 for 30 pieces, from M&J Trimming.

How-To
Apply studs to hair clip with superglue, covering entire clip. Allow to dry before handling.

Mix and match a variety of studs for a statement piece. These studded cuffs can be worn alone, or paired with one of our thin studded bracelets.

Tools and Materials
Heavyweight cotton webbing or twill tape, about 1 1/4" thick
Snaps
Scissors
Needle and thread
Studs
Round needle-nose pliers and nylon jaw pliers

Cotton webbing, in Natural, and (similar) Pink, 1 1/4", $2.45 per yard, from Online Fabric Store, (877) 781-2967.

How-To
Cut webbing to fit wrist, allowing an extra 2" for hemming. Hem both ends of webbing by folding over 1/2", then over another 1/2", stitching with matching thread.

Center each half of the snap, one on top of one end of webbing, the other on the bottom of the opposite end of webbing. Stitch snaps to each end.

Plan a pattern by setting studs on top of webbing. When desired pattern is found, push studs through and secure by folding spikes closed around webbing. Squeeze with nylon jaw pliers to secure studs.

Tools and Materials
Thin webbing and leather strips, 1/8" to 1/2" wide
Clasps, tags, jump rings
Scissors
Craft knife
Studs
Round needle-nose pliers and nylon jaw pliers

Gold-plated trigger clasp (GP-CL07), 9x5mm, $0.44 each, from Art Beads, (866) 7152323.

For Webbing
Cut webbing or leather length to fit wrist. Push stud spikes through webbing and fold closed with needle-nose pliers.

For Leather Bracelets
Press stud into strip, creating an indentation where each spike will go. Use the tip of your craft knife to pierce the leather at each of these marks. Push stud through at these marks, closing spikes around leather with your needle-nose pliers. Squeeze with nylon jaw pliers to secure studs.

If using studs wider than your leather, fold perpendicular spikes in before attaching stud, then fold parallel spikes over the edge of strip, clamping stud in place.

These earrings are so easy and inexpensive to make, you can make a few pairs for yourself and a few pairs to give away!

Tools and Materials
Studs
Earring posts
Chipboard
Superglue
Round needle-nose pliers

Spike nailheads (#SS60), Gold, $4.98 for 36 pieces; Baguette nailheads, (#04624), Gold, 7x13mm, $4.98 for 42 pieces; Hotfix pyramid nailhead, Gold, 7mm (#43987), $4.23 for 50 pieces, 10mm (#43988), $4.23 for 30 pieces, from M&J Trimming, (212) 944-7331.

Trace a stud onto chipboard twice. Using a craft knife, cut out along the inside of your traced line to ensure the pieces will fit just inside the stud. Use a pushpin to poke a small hole in the center or top of each.

Poke the posts through the small hole in the chipboard pieces, adding a dab of glue between chipboard and post before squeezing together. Stand on flat end of post and allow to dry for 30 minutes.

Add a small bead of glue inside stud and place the flat side of chipboard on top; it should fit snugly. Using round needle-nose pliers, fold down spikes around the stud, securing chipboard and post in place. Allow glue to dry for 30 minutes.

Tools and Materials
Leather key-chain loop
Craft knife
Studs
Round needle-nose pliers and nylon jaw pliers

Loop key chain, in Grapefruit, $16, from Baggu, (800) 605-0759.
Pyramid nailheads, medium (9mm), Gold, (#11545), $4.98 for 48 pieces, from M&J Trimming.

Magna-Tac 809 (8094), $4.50 for 4 oz, by Beacon, from Garment Center Sewing Supplies.

How-To
Press studs into key chain in desired space until small indentation is made. To allow for easier application of stud, use the tip of a craft knife to pierce small holes at each mark. Push stud through at these marks, closing spikes around leather with your needle-nose pliers. Squeeze with nylon jaw pliers to secure studs.

Try a subtle accent by covering shirt buttons with pyramid studs.  By simply placing the studs over top of the existing buttons, they can be added and removed without affecting the original shirt.

Tools and Materials
Round needle-nose pliers
Studs (choose studs large enough to fit over the buttons, but small enough to come through the buttonhole when the shirt is unbuttoned)

Pyramid nailheads, large (12mm), (#11548), Gold, $4.98 for 36 pieces, from M&J Trimming, (212) 944-7331.

Place stud on top of button. Use round needle-nose pliers to fold stud spikes around back of button, securing the stud in place.