We've pulled together some of our favorite -- and easiest -- handmade belt projects, including braided belts and grosgrain ribbon ones.

Add a luxurious touch to any winter outfit with a belt made of velvet ribbon. Cut 2 1/2 yards of natural-fiber velvet ribbon. Slip two D rings slightly wider than the ribbon onto one end, and fold both ends of the ribbon in toward the midpoint, fuzzy side out, keeping the D rings at one folded end. Remove backing from a 1 1/4-yard piece of iron-on fuse tape, and sandwich it between the layers; place scrap velvet face down on top, and iron on the cotton setting to fuse the layers.

Attach homemade pom-poms to a strip of fabric that you've sewn for a one-of-a kind belt for your kids.

This belt lends itself to endless alternatives: Once you get the hang of it, you can even make it without the pattern.

Follow the instructions for our chain link accessories to create a truly original belt. Add ribbon, suede, or different clasps to make your belt really stand out.

Pardon the irony, but fancy costume jewelry often feels too precious to wear on any given day. Thanks to this easy, do-it-yourself reinvention, the "diamonds" in your jewelry stash -- like that crystal bracelet -- can shine in a new way.

It's just two easy steps to make this fashionable belt using round leather cord.

These attractive belts can be made with any grosgrain ribbon, from an ornate brocade to a sporty nautical stripe.