Personal Ornaments Formed from Military Materiel

Abstract

Disclosed herein are embodiments of systems, apparatuses, and methods pertaining to personal ornaments from military materiel. These personal ornaments may consist essentially of reused military uniforms, reused military bullet casings, and a reused military paracord. Personal ornaments may be bracelets, jewelry, anklets, belts, chokers, luggage tags, athletic wear, loops, bands, necklaces, rings, scrunchies, clasps, or terminations.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

This application claims the benefit of priority from U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/991,397, filed Mar. 18, 2020. The foregoing related application, in its entirety, is incorporated herein by reference

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to personal ornaments and methods of making the same from discarded military materiel, surplus military materiel, reused military materiel, reworked military materiel, refurbished military materiel, reconditioned military materiel, and/or combinations thereof. Methods and apparatus are provided for forming portions and/or the entire personal ornament comprising, consisting essentially of and/or consisting of reused, reworked, or reconditioned military uniforms (including, for example, dress uniforms, service uniforms, operational uniforms, combat uniforms, fatigues, mess uniforms, physical training uniforms, special ceremonial uniforms, band uniforms, guard uniforms, cadet uniforms, dress uniforms, utility uniforms, working uniforms, or distinctive uniforms Army Combat Uniforms (ACU), Navy Service Uniforms (NSU), Operational Dress Uniforms (ODU), uniforms from foreign service, uniforms for special forces, uniforms for special events, uniforms from foreign military, uniforms for special conditions, bomb squad uniforms, and/or combinations thereof) comprising a textile portion, a fastener, that may comprise for example at least one button, military bullet casings and/or portions thereof, and support member, for example a military paracord.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The military forces of the United States, the Armed Forces, comprises the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force and Coast Guard. The commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces is the president of the United States. The commander-in-chief forms military policy with the Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The U.S. Armed Forces is one the largest military in the world by active personnel, and has troops deployed around the globe. It is an all-volunteer military, but conscription through the Selective Service System can be enacted at the president's request and Congress' approval. Members of the U.S. Armed Forces hold a rank, either that of officer, warrant officer or enlisted, to determine seniority and eligibility for promotion. Those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces are known as veterans. The supplies, equipment, and weapons used by the U.S. Armed Forces are called military materiel. An example of military materiel is military uniforms. Each branch of the United States Armed Forces has their own uniforms and regulations regarding them. These uniforms come in different types, including combat uniforms and service dress uniforms. For example, military personnel may wear standard uniforms, combat uniforms, service uniforms, mess uniforms, physical training uniforms, special ceremonial uniforms, band uniforms, guard uniforms, cadet uniforms, dress uniforms, utility uniforms, working uniforms, or distinctive uniforms. Active or former personnel, their family members, their friends, or U.S. citizens may desire personal ornaments to commemorate military service. Accordingly, personal ornaments that are formed using military materiel are desirable.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. Several types of personal ornaments may be formed using military materiel. Examples include bracelets, jewelry, anklets, belts, chokers, luggage tags, athletic wear, loops, bands, necklaces, rings, scrunchies, clasps, or terminations. These personal ornaments may be formed using a wide range of military materiel. Examples of such military materiel include military materials employed, for example, in military uniforms, parachutes, sleeping bags, tents, jackets, pants, shoes, boots, belts, hats, socks, and ammunition, backpacks, containers, bins, supply kits, or the like. Textile strips, terminal members, or fasteners may be obtained from these military materiels.

The materials used for textile strips may vary, particularly based on the military materiel used or combinations thereof. For example, the strips may be cotton, linen, jersey, canvas, lycra, lace, velvet, polycotton, crepe, satin, denim, damask, brocade, batiste, charmeuse, chenille, chiffon, corduroy, felt, herringbone, cable, baize, cheviot, chino, dimity, drill, rayon, fiber, fleece, poplin, madras, yarn, flannel, fabric, nylon, leather and/or combinations of any two or more of these materials for strips. Some strips could use a mixture of textiles. A variety of strips may be used for personal ornament or ornaments.

These personal ornaments may include certain features that help hold their shape or support their structure. For example, these personal ornaments may have a conforming member that is tougher than the textile strips, for example as the body portion. Accordingly, the conforming member may be tougher or sturdier than the textile strips. Alternatively, a textile strip may be reinforced such that it provides the personal ornament with mechanical integrity to provide the personal ornament the ability to be tougher or sturdier than the with textile strips, for example textile strips sourced from used military materiels. alone. For example, the textile strip may be reinforced by adding a reinforcing member, such as a silk, nylon, monofilament, nymo, silamide, wire, tigertail, leather, cotton, ribbon, rattail, elastic, beading, hemp, or Kevlar thread, and/or cord. Additionally, methods such as serging, bonding, sewing, stitching, binding, tacking, basting, gluing, or stapling the edge of the strips may be implemented to prevent the strips from fraying and/or providing strength.

In another embodiment the personal ornaments may also includes braids, which can be formed using only textile strips or using textile strips with a structure such as a conforming member, reinforcing member, or a support string. The support string may also use tougher or sturdier material than any one of the plurality of strips. The support string may be a paracord, braided nylon, shoelace, bank line, twisted nylon, twine, rope, cord, fiber, cotton, textured polyester, spun polyester, nylon, polypropylene, jute, hemp, or leather and/or the support string may be formed of multiple textiles strip that are braided, twisted, laminated, layered and/or combinations thereof.

Personal ornaments formed using military materiel may also include fasteners to secure portions of the personal ornament and/or fasteners to secure the personal ornament in place and/or close the personal ornament around an object, such as, for instance a wrist, an ankle, a waist, an ear, hair, or other body part or parts. In certain embodiments, for example, the personal ornament may be secured with a fastener. Fasteners could include buttons, buckles, magnets, studs, velcro fasteners, snap tape, kam snaps, zippers, toggles, poppers, eyelets, hooks, hooks and eyes, froggings, grommets, broches, safety pins, or ties. Depending on the type of fastener used, the personal ornament can be secured using various methods, such as securing, looping, or closing the fastener.

In certain embodiments, for example, a loop may be used to fasten the personal ornament, for example a bracelet, and the two opposite ends of a support member may be held together by a variety of ways and/or with fasteners to form a loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the support loop may be formed by gluing, bonding, sewing, stitching, binding, tacking, basting, serging, or stapling any two opposite ends of the support loop together. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise gluing, bonding, sewing, stitching, binding, tacking, basting, serging, or stapling any two opposite ends of a paracord loop together. In certain embodiments, for example, the loop and/or paracord loop may be shaped to form a pinched loop and/or a pinched paracord loop in the shape of a dumbbell curve.

These personal ornaments may also be adorned with items, pendents, beads, sleeves, wraps, and/or terminal members, such as military decoration, emblems, insignia, pins, bullet casings, vehicle parts, container pieces, memorabilia, or the like. One or more terminal members may be placed on the personal ornament for various reasons, such as for decorative purposes or to support the structure of the personal ornament. These terminal members may be placed along the braid or personal ornament depending on preferences or functionalities.

It may also be desirable to emboss or embroider certain portions of personal ornaments. Terminal members or fasteners, for example, may be embossed. These portions of person ornaments may be embossed with any of, or a combination of, numbers, characters, designs, a memorial slogan, or the like.

In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining one or more strips of material suitable for forming into the personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching a first end of at least one strip to a fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the at least one strip with a second strip or a plurality of strips to form a braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning a first end of the braid with a first terminal member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning a second end of the braid with a second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a conforming member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the conforming member to a fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning the conforming member with the textile strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning a first end of the conforming member with a first terminal member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning a second end of the conforming member with a second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament, for example a bracelet and/or anklet. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining one or more strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise reinforcing at least one of the strips to form a reinforced strip. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the reinforced strip to a fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the reinforced strip with additional reinforced and/or non-reinforced strips to form a braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning a first end of the braid with a first terminal member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning a second end of the braid with a second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining one or more strips from used military materiels and/or military materials. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise reinforcing a plurality of the one or more strips to form one or more reinforced strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the reinforced strips to form a braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the reinforced strip (alone), a plurality of reinforced strips and/or braided reinforced strips to a fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning a first end of the strip, plurality of strips and/or braid with a first terminal member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning a second end of the strip, plurality of strips and/or braid with a second terminal member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the second end of the braid to the fastener.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining one or more strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise reinforcing a plurality of the one or more strips to form one or more reinforced strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the one or more reinforced strips to a fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the reinforced strips with one or more strips to form a braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning a first end of the braid with a first terminal member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning a second end of the braid with a second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament, for example a bracelet and/or anklet. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of textile strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise connecting the opposite ends of a support string to form a support loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the support loop to a fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the support loop with one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the opposite end of the support loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a first terminal member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise crimping the first terminal member over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a second terminal member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the button loop through the second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament comprising at least one textile strip, at least one support string, and a fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the at least one textile strip may be obtained from military materiel, used military materiel, military material, and/or used military material. In certain embodiments, for example, at least a portion of the support string may be obtained from military materiel, used military materiel, military material, and/or used military material. In certain embodiments, for example, at least a portion of the fastener may be obtained from military materiel and/or used military materiel. In certain embodiments, for example, the at least one textile strip may be two or more textile strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the at least one textile strip may be three or more textile strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the support string may comprise material sturdier than the material of at least one textile strip. In certain embodiments, for example, the support string may comprise material sturdier than the material of the all the textile strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the fastener may comprise at least a fastening member. In certain embodiments, for example, the fastener may comprise one of more elements. In certain embodiments, for example, the fastener may comprise a fastening member and a complementary member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament consisting essentially of reused terminal members and reused military uniforms comprising a textile portion and at least one button. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of textile strips having predetermined lengths and widths and at least one button from one or more military uniforms. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise connecting the opposite ends of a support string to form a support loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the paracord loop to the button by forming a cow hitch knot through a shank portion of the button, or a hole or other attachment point on the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a first terminal member from at least one of the reused terminal members. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise crimping the first terminal member over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a second terminal member from at least one of the reused terminal members by drilling a hole in the head of the second terminal member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the button loop through the a hole formed in a second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament consisting essentially of reused military uniforms comprising a textile portion and at least one button, reused military bullet casings, and a reused military paracord. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of textile strips having predetermined lengths and widths and at least one button from one or more military uniforms, the at least one button comprising a shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise connecting the opposite ends of the paracord to form a paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the paracord loop to the button by forming a cow hitch knot through the shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a first terminal member from at least a portion of a first bullet casing from the bullet casings. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise crimping the first terminal member over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a second terminal member from at least a portion of a second bullet casing from the bullet casings by drilling a hole in the head of the second bullet casing. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the button loop through the drilled hole of the second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament consisting essentially of reworked military uniforms comprising a textile portion and at least one button, reworked military bullet casings, and a reworked military paracord. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of textile strips having predetermined lengths and widths and at least one button from one or more military uniforms, the at least one button comprising a shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise connecting the opposite ends of the paracord to form a paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the paracord loop to the button by forming a cow hitch knot through the shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a first terminal member from at least a portion of a first bullet casing from the bullet casings. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise crimping the first terminal member over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a second terminal member from at least a portion of a second bullet casing from the bullet casings by drilling a hole in the head of the second bullet casing. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the button loop through the drilled hole of the second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament consisting essentially of reconditioned military uniforms comprising a textile portion and at least one button, reconditioned military bullet casings, and a reconditioned military paracord. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of textile strips having predetermined lengths and widths and at least one button from one or more military uniforms, the at least one button comprising a shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise connecting the opposite ends of the paracord to form a paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the paracord loop to the button by forming a cow hitch knot through the shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a first terminal member from at least a portion of a first bullet casing from the bullet casings. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise crimping the first terminal member over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a second terminal member from at least a portion of a second bullet casing from the bullet casings by drilling a hole in the head of the second bullet casing. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the button loop through the drilled hole of the second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise forming a braid consisting essentially of reused military materiel. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of textile strips from a uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a button from the uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a paracord loop and forming it into a dumbbell shape by aligning two lengths of the paracord adjacent to each other with openings at a first end and an opposing second end of the dumbbell shaped paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the aligned lengths of the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of textile strips, wherein the braid begins a first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop, and terminates a second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the button to the paracord loop.

In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be a certain length. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be a half inch. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be one inch. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be one and a half inches. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be two inches. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be two and a half inches. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be three inches. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be three and a half inches. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be four inches.

In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be a percentage of the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be 5% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be 6% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be 7% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be 8% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be 9% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be 10% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be 11% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be 12% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be 13% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be 14% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be 15% the length of the braid.

In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be based on the size of the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be the size of the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be three quarters the size of the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be half the size of the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the first predetermined distance from the first end of the paracord loop may be a quarter of the size of the button.

In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be a certain length. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be a half inch. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be one inch. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be one and a half inches. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be two inches. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be two and a half inches. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be three inches. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be three and a half inches. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be four inches.

In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be a percentage of the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be 5% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be 6% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be 7% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be 8% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be 9% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be 10% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be 11% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be 12% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be 13% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be 14% the length of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be 15% the length of the braid.

In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be based on the size of the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be the size of the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be three quarters the size of the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be half the size of the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the second predetermined distance from the opposing second end of the paracord loop may be a quarter of the size of the button.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise forming a braid consisting essentially of reused military materiel. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of textile strips from a uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a button from the uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a paracord loop and forming it into a dumbbell shape by aligning two lengths of the paracord adjacent to each other with openings at a first end and an opposing second end of the dumbbell shaped paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the aligned lengths of the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of textile strips, wherein the braid begins proximate a first end of the paracord loop, and terminates proximate the opposing second end of the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the button to the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise gluing the ends of the braid to prevent fraying.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise forming a braid consisting essentially of reused military materiel. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of textile strips from a uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a button from the uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a paracord loop and forming it into a dumbbell shape by aligning two lengths of the paracord adjacent to each other with openings at a first end and an opposing second end of the dumbbell shaped paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the aligned lengths of the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of textile strips, wherein the braid begins proximate a first end of the paracord loop, and terminates proximate the opposing second end of the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the button to the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise bonding the ends of the braid to prevent fraying.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise forming a braid consisting essentially of reused military materiel. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of textile strips from a uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a button from the uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a paracord loop and forming it into a dumbbell shape by aligning two lengths of the paracord adjacent to each other with openings at a first end and an opposing second end of the dumbbell shaped paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the aligned lengths of the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of textile strips, wherein the braid begins proximate a first end of the paracord loop, and terminates proximate the opposing second end of the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the button to the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise sewing the ends of the braid to prevent fraying.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise forming a braid consisting essentially of reused military materiel. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of textile strips from a uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a button from the uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a paracord loop and forming it into a dumbbell shape by aligning two lengths of the paracord adjacent to each other with openings at a first end and an opposing second end of the dumbbell shaped paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the aligned lengths of the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of textile strips, wherein the braid begins proximate a first end of the paracord loop, and terminates proximate the opposing second end of the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the button to the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise stitching the ends of the braid to prevent fraying.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise forming a braid consisting essentially of reused military materiel. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of textile strips from a uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a button from the uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a paracord loop and forming it into a dumbbell shape by aligning two lengths of the paracord adjacent to each other with openings at a first end and an opposing second end of the dumbbell shaped paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the aligned lengths of the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of textile strips, wherein the braid begins proximate a first end of the paracord loop, and terminates proximate the opposing second end of the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the button to the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise binding the ends of the braid to prevent fraying.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise forming a braid consisting essentially of reused military materiel. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of textile strips from a uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a button from the uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a paracord loop and forming it into a dumbbell shape by aligning two lengths of the paracord adjacent to each other with openings at a first end and an opposing second end of the dumbbell shaped paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the aligned lengths of the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of textile strips, wherein the braid begins proximate a first end of the paracord loop, and terminates proximate the opposing second end of the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the button to the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise tacking the ends of the braid to prevent fraying.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise forming a braid consisting essentially of reused military materiel. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of textile strips from a uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a button from the uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a paracord loop and forming it into a dumbbell shape by aligning two lengths of the paracord adjacent to each other with openings at a first end and an opposing second end of the dumbbell shaped paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the aligned lengths of the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of textile strips, wherein the braid begins proximate a first end of the paracord loop, and terminates proximate the opposing second end of the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the button to the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise basting the ends of the braid to prevent fraying.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise forming a braid consisting essentially of reused military materiel. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of textile strips from a uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a button from the uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a paracord loop and forming it into a dumbbell shape by aligning two lengths of the paracord adjacent to each other with openings at a first end and an opposing second end of the dumbbell shaped paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the aligned lengths of the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of textile strips, wherein the braid begins proximate a first end of the paracord loop, and terminates proximate the opposing second end of the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the button to the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise serging the ends of the braid to prevent fraying.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise forming a braid consisting essentially of reused military materiel. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of textile strips from a uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a button from the uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a paracord loop and forming it into a dumbbell shape by aligning two lengths of the paracord adjacent to each other with openings at a first end and an opposing second end of the dumbbell shaped paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the aligned lengths of the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of textile strips, wherein the braid begins proximate a first end of the paracord loop, and terminates proximate the opposing second end of the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the button to the paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise stapling the ends of the braid to prevent fraying.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament consisting essentially of reused military uniforms and reused military equipment. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of strips and at least one button from one or more military uniforms. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise connecting the opposite ends of a paracord to form a paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the paracord loop to the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the button towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid, the button loop having at least one opening that allows the button to pass through. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing two terminal members from at least one bullet casing. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning the terminal members to both ends of the braid.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament consisting essentially of a reused military uniform shirt, two reused military bullet casings, and one reused military paracord. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining two strips and one button from the shirt. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise connecting the opposite ends of the paracord to form a paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the paracord loop to the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the paracord loop with the two strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a first terminal member from at least a portion of the first bullet casing. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise crimping the first terminal member over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a second terminal member from at least a portion of the second bullet casing by drilling a hole in the head of the second bullet casing. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the button loop through the drilled hole of the second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament consisting essentially of reused uniforms, bullet casings, and a paracord. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of strips having predetermined lengths and widths and at least one button from one or more military uniforms, the at least one button comprising a shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise connecting the opposite ends of the paracord to form a paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the paracord loop to the button by forming a cow hitch knot through the shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a first terminal member from at least a portion of a first bullet casing from the bullet casings. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise crimping the first terminal member over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a second terminal member from at least a portion of a second bullet casing from the bullet casings by drilling a hole in the head of the second bullet casing. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the button loop through the drilled hole of the second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament consisting essentially of uniforms, reused bullet casings, and a paracord. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of strips having predetermined lengths and widths and at least one button from one or more military uniforms, the at least one button comprising a shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise connecting the opposite ends of the paracord to form a paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the paracord loop to the button by forming a cow hitch knot through the shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a first terminal member from at least a portion of a first bullet casing from the bullet casings. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise crimping the first terminal member over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a second terminal member from at least a portion of a second bullet casing from the bullet casings by drilling a hole in the head of the second bullet casing. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the button loop through the drilled hole of the second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament consisting essentially of uniforms, bullet casings, and a reused paracord. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of strips having predetermined lengths and widths and at least one button from one or more military uniforms, the at least one button comprising a shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise connecting the opposite ends of the paracord to form a paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the paracord loop to the button by forming a cow hitch knot through the shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a first terminal member from at least a portion of a first bullet casing from the bullet casings. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise crimping the first terminal member over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a second terminal member from at least a portion of a second bullet casing from the bullet casings by drilling a hole in the head of the second bullet casing. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the button loop through the drilled hole of the second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a reused military uniform, reused military bullet casings, a reused military paracord, and a reused military shank button. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise cutting a plurality of strips from the military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise connecting the opposite ends of the paracord to form a paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the paracord loop to the button by forming a cow hitch knot through the shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a first terminal member from at least a portion of a first bullet casing from the bullet casings. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise crimping the first terminal member over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a second terminal member from at least a portion of a second bullet casing from the bullet casings by drilling a hole in the head of the second bullet casing. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the button loop through the drilled hole of the second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a series of bracelets. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining at least ten strips from a military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding at least two strips with a pinched paracord loop, wherein each braid commences proximate a first end of the paracord loop and terminates proximate the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a fastening loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching an elongated member to a first end of the pinched paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning at least one end of the braid with an aglet.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a series of jewelry. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining at least ten strips from a military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding at least two strips with a pinched paracord loop, wherein each braid commences proximate a first end of the paracord loop and terminates proximate the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a fastening loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching an elongated member to a first end of the pinched paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning at least one end of the braid with an aglet.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a series of anklets. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining at least ten strips from a military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding at least two strips with a pinched paracord loop, wherein each braid commences proximate a first end of the paracord loop and terminates proximate the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a fastening loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching an elongated member to a first end of the pinched paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning at least one end of the braid with an aglet.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a series of belts. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining at least ten strips from a military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding at least two strips with a pinched paracord loop, wherein each braid commences proximate a first end of the paracord loop and terminates proximate the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a fastening loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching an elongated member to a first end of the pinched paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning at least one end of the braid with an aglet.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a series of chokers. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining at least ten strips from a military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding at least two strips with a pinched paracord loop, wherein each braid commences proximate a first end of the paracord loop and terminates proximate the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a fastening loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching an elongated member to a first end of the pinched paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning at least one end of the braid with an aglet.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a series of luggage-tags. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining at least ten strips from a military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding at least two strips with a pinched paracord loop, wherein each braid commences proximate a first end of the paracord loop and terminates proximate the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a fastening loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching an elongated member to a first end of the pinched paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning at least one end of the braid with an aglet.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a series of athletic wear. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining at least ten strips from a military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding at least two strips with a pinched paracord loop, wherein each braid commences proximate a first end of the paracord loop and terminates proximate the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a fastening loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching an elongated member to a first end of the pinched paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning at least one end of the braid with an aglet.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a series of loops. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining at least ten strips from a military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding at least two strips with a pinched paracord loop, wherein each braid commences proximate a first end of the paracord loop and terminates proximate the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a fastening loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching an elongated member to a first end of the pinched paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning at least one end of the braid with an aglet.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a series of bands. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining at least ten strips from a military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding at least two strips with a pinched paracord loop, wherein each braid commences proximate a first end of the paracord loop and terminates proximate the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a fastening loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching an elongated member to a first end of the pinched paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning at least one end of the braid with an aglet.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a series of necklaces. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining at least ten strips from a military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding at least two strips with a pinched paracord loop, wherein each braid commences proximate a first end of the paracord loop and terminates proximate the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a fastening loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching an elongated member to a first end of the pinched paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning at least one end of the braid with an aglet.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a series of rings. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining at least ten strips from a military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding at least two strips with a pinched paracord loop, wherein each braid commences proximate a first end of the paracord loop and terminates proximate the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a fastening loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching an elongated member to a first end of the pinched paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning at least one end of the braid with an aglet.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a series of scrunchies. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining at least ten strips from a military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding at least two strips with a pinched paracord loop, wherein each braid commences proximate a first end of the paracord loop and terminates proximate the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a fastening loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching an elongated member to a first end of the pinched paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning at least one end of the braid with an aglet.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a series of clasps. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining at least ten strips from a military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding at least two strips with a pinched paracord loop, wherein each braid commences proximate a first end of the paracord loop and terminates proximate the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a fastening loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching an elongated member to a first end of the pinched paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning at least one end of the braid with an aglet.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a series of terminations. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining at least ten strips from a military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding at least two strips with a pinched paracord loop, wherein each braid commences proximate a first end of the paracord loop and terminates proximate the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a fastening loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching an elongated member to a first end of the pinched paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning at least one end of the braid with an aglet.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament consisting essentially of a reused military uniform, reused military bullet casings, a reused military paracord, and a fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of strips having predetermined lengths and widths from the military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise connecting the opposite ends of the paracord to form a paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the paracord loop to a fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the braid extends from a location proximate to the fastener towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a fastening loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning the first end of the braid with a first bullet casing from the bullet casings, and adorning the second end of the braid with a second bullet casing from the bullet casings. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the fastening loop to the fastener.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of repurposing a discarded or surplus military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a paracord loop, at least two cylindrical decorative members, and a fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise cutting at least two elongated uniform strips from the military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise pinching the paracord loop to form an elongated paracord strip, wherein the elongated paracord strip forms fastening loops having predetermined circumferences on both ends, wherein the elongated paracord strip braids as a single member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding elongated uniform strips with the paracord strip in the area between the two fastening loops. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning the first end of the braid with a cylindrical decorative member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first fastening loop to the fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning the second end of the braid with a cylindrical decorative member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the second fastening loop to the fastener.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of recycling a discarded or surplus military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a paracord loop, at least two cylindrical decorative members, and a fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise cutting at least two elongated uniform strips from the military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise pinching the paracord loop to form an elongated paracord strip, wherein the elongated paracord strip forms fastening loops having predetermined circumferences on both ends, wherein the elongated paracord strip braids as a single member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding elongated uniform strips with the paracord strip in the area between the two fastening loops. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning the first end of the braid with a cylindrical decorative member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first fastening loop to the fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning the second end of the braid with a cylindrical decorative member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the second fastening loop to the fastener.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of reusing a discarded or surplus military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a paracord loop, at least two cylindrical decorative members, and a fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise cutting at least two elongated uniform strips from the military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise pinching the paracord loop to form an elongated paracord strip, wherein the elongated paracord strip forms fastening loops having predetermined circumferences on both ends, wherein the elongated paracord strip braids as a single member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding elongated uniform strips with the paracord strip in the area between the two fastening loops. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning the first end of the braid with a cylindrical decorative member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first fastening loop to the fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning the second end of the braid with a cylindrical decorative member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the second fastening loop to the fastener.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of reworking a discarded or surplus military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a paracord loop, at least two cylindrical decorative members, and a fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise cutting at least two elongated uniform strips from the military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise pinching the paracord loop to form an elongated paracord strip, wherein the elongated paracord strip forms fastening loops having predetermined circumferences on both ends, wherein the elongated paracord strip braids as a single member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding elongated uniform strips with the paracord strip in the area between the two fastening loops. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning the first end of the braid with a cylindrical decorative member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first fastening loop to the fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning the second end of the braid with a cylindrical decorative member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the second fastening loop to the fastener.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of reconditioning a discarded or surplus military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a paracord loop, at least two cylindrical decorative members, and a fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise cutting at least two elongated uniform strips from the military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise pinching the paracord loop to form an elongated paracord strip, wherein the elongated paracord strip forms fastening loops having predetermined circumferences on both ends, wherein the elongated paracord strip braids as a single member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding elongated uniform strips with the paracord strip in the area between the two fastening loops. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning the first end of the braid with a cylindrical decorative member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first fastening loop to the fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning the second end of the braid with a cylindrical decorative member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the second fastening loop to the fastener.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament consisting essentially of reused military uniforms, reused military bullet casings, and a paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of strips having predetermined lengths and widths and at least one button from one or more military uniforms, the at least one button comprising a shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the paracord loop to the button by forming a cow hitch knot through the shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop extends beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a first terminal member from at least a portion of a first bullet casing from the bullet casings. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise crimping the first terminal member over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a second terminal member from at least a portion of a second bullet casing from the bullet casings by drilling a hole in the head of the second bullet casing. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the opposite end of the paracord loop through the drilled hole of the second terminal member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise fastening the opposite end of the paracord loop to the button.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament consisting essentially of a reused military uniform, reused military bullet casings, a military button, and a reused military paracord. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise partitioning the uniform into multiple strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise connecting the opposite ends of the paracord to form a paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the paracord loop to the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the paracord loop with the multiple strips, wherein the braid extends from a location proximate the button towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a first terminal member from at least a portion of a first bullet casing from the bullet casings. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise crimping the first terminal member over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a second terminal member from at least a portion of a second bullet casing from the bullet casings by drilling a hole in the head of the second bullet casing. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the button loop through the drilled hole of the second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a series of bracelets. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining at least ten strips from a military uniform shirt. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching a fastener to a first end of a paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding at least 2 strips with the paracord loop, wherein each braid commences proximate a first end of the paracord loop and extends proximate an opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a fastening loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the fastening loop to the fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise adorning at least one end of the braid with a decorative element.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching a paracord loop to a button. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining strips of cloth from surplus or discarded military uniforms. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise weaving at least two of the strips with the paracord loop to form a single braid that extends from a first end of the braid that is proximate the button to a second end of the braid that terminates a sufficient distance before the second end of the paracord loop to form a loop closure for the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise concealing the first end of the braid by crimping a first bullet casing over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a concealing member from a second bullet casing comprising the case head and at least a portion of the case body. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise boring out a constant diameter hole through the head into a case body portion of the concealing member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise extending the loop closure through the constant diameter hole whereby at least a portion of a case body conceals the second end of the braid.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise pinching a paracord loop to form a smaller attachment loop on one end and a smaller fastening loop on the other end. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the attachment loop to a fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise weaving at least two strips of cloth with the pinched portion of the paracord loop to form a single braid that extends from the attachment loop to the fastening loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise concealing the first end of the braid by crimping a first casing over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a concealing member comprising a case head and at least a portion of a case body. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise boring out a constant diameter hole through the head into a case body portion of the concealing member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the fastening loop to the fastener.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a bracelet from a reused military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching a paracord loop to a military button from the military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise weaving at least two strips of cloth from the military uniform with the paracord loop to form a single braid that extends from a first end of the braid that is proximate the button to a second end of the braid that terminates a sufficient distance before the second end of the paracord loop to form a loop closure for the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise concealing the first end of the braid by crimping a first casing over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a concealing member comprising a case head and at least a portion of a case body. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise boring out a constant diameter hole through the head into a case body portion of the concealing member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise extending the loop closure through the constant diameter hole whereby at least a portion of a case body covers the second end of the braid.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching a paracord loop to a button. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise weaving at least two strips of cloth with the paracord loop to form a single braid that extends from a first end of the braid that is proximate the button to a second end of the braid that terminates a sufficient distance before the second end of the paracord loop to form a loop closure for the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise securing the first end of the braid with a first aglet, wherein the first aglet comprises military memorabilia. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise securing the second end of the braid with a second aglet, wherein the second aglet comprises military memorabilia, wherein the second aglet is drilled to create a constant diameter hole, wherein the paracord loop extends beyond the second aglet through the constant diameter hole to form a loop closure.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of recycling a military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching a paracord loop to an elongated member, wherein the elongated member comprises military memorabilia. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise weaving at least one strip of cloth with the paracord loop to form a single braid that extends from a first end of the braid that is proximate the elongated member to a second end of the braid that terminates a sufficient distance before the second end of the paracord loop to form a loop closure large enough to fit the elongated member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise concealing the first end of the braid by crimping a first casing over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a concealing member comprising a case head and at least a portion of a case body. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise boring out a constant diameter hole through the head into a case body portion of the concealing member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise extending the loop closure through the constant diameter hole whereby at least a portion of a case body covers the second end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the elongated member through the loop closure.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching a paracord loop to a button. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise weaving at least two strips of military uniform fabric with the paracord loop to form a single braid that extends from a first end of the braid that is proximate the button to a second end of the braid that terminates a sufficient distance before the second end of the paracord loop to form a loop closure for the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise concealing the first end of the braid by crimping a first casing over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a concealing member comprising a case head and at least a portion of a case body. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise boring out a constant diameter hole through the head into a case body portion of the concealing member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise extending the loop closure through the constant diameter hole whereby at least a portion of a case body covers the second end of the braid.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament consisting essentially of reused military uniforms, reused military bullet casings, material to prevent fraying, and a pinched paracord loop that braids as a single member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a plurality of strips having predetermined lengths and widths and at least one button from one or more military uniforms, the at least one button comprising a shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the first end of the pinched paracord loop to the button by forming a cow hitch knot through the shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the pinched paracord loop with one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the pinched paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the pinched paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a first terminal member from at least a portion of a first bullet casing from the bullet casings. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise crimping the first terminal member over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a second terminal member from at least a portion of a second bullet casing from the bullet casings by drilling a hole in the head of the second bullet casing. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the button loop through the drilled hole of the second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a bracelet. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining at least two fabric strips and at least one button from a military uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise pinching the paracord loop at a first end to form an attachment loop with predetermined dimensions. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the paracord loop with the fabric strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the attachment loop towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the attachment loop to the button by forming a cow hitch knot. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a first terminal member from at least a portion of a first bullet casing. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise crimping the first terminal member over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a second terminal member from at least a portion of a second bullet casing by drilling a hole in the head of the second bullet casing. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the button loop through the drilled hole of the second terminal member. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise sliding the button through the button loop.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a method of forming a personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise partitioning a military uniform to obtain a plurality of strips and at least one button. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise obtaining a support loop by connecting the opposite ends of a support string, wherein the support string is sturdier than any of the strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise attaching the support loop to the button. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise braiding the support loop with one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a first terminal member from at least a portion of a first bullet casing from the bullet casings. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise crimping the first terminal member over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise preparing a second terminal member from at least a portion of a second bullet casing from the bullet casings by drilling a hole in the head of the second bullet casing. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the button loop through the drilled hole of the second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a personal ornament consisting essentially of reused military uniforms comprising a textile portion and at least one button, reused military bullet casings, and a reused military paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be at least one button and a plurality of textile strips having predetermined lengths and widths from one or more military uniforms. In certain embodiments, for example, the at least one button may comprise a shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the at least one button may be attached to the first end of the paracord loop by a cow hitch knot through the shank. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be a braid comprising one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be a first terminal member crimped over the first end of the braid, wherein in the first terminal member is from at least a portion of a first bullet casing from the bullet casings. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be a second terminal member from at least a portion of a second bullet casing from the bullet casings, wherein a hole is drilled in the head of the second bullet casing, wherein the button loop is passed through the drilled hole of the second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a personal ornament consisting essentially of reworked military uniforms comprising a textile portion and at least one button, reworked military bullet casings, and a reworked military paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be at least one button and a plurality of textile strips having predetermined lengths and widths from one or more military uniforms. In certain embodiments, for example, the at least one button may comprise a shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the at least one button may be attached to the first end of the paracord loop by a cow hitch knot through the shank. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be a braid comprising one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be a first terminal member crimped over the first end of the braid, wherein in the first terminal member is from at least a portion of a first bullet casing from the bullet casings. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be a second terminal member from at least a portion of a second bullet casing from the bullet casings, wherein a hole is drilled in the head of the second bullet casing, wherein the button loop is passed through the drilled hole of the second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a personal ornament consisting essentially of reconditioned military uniforms comprising a textile portion and at least one button, reconditioned military bullet casings, and a reconditioned military paracord loop. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be at least one button and a plurality of textile strips having predetermined lengths and widths from one or more military uniforms. In certain embodiments, for example, the at least one button may comprise a shank. In certain embodiments, for example, the at least one button may be attached to the first end of the paracord loop by a cow hitch knot through the shank. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be a braid comprising one or more of the plurality of strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be a first terminal member crimped over the first end of the braid, wherein in the first terminal member is from at least a portion of a first bullet casing from the bullet casings. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be a second terminal member from at least a portion of a second bullet casing from the bullet casings, wherein a hole is drilled in the head of the second bullet casing, wherein the button loop is passed through the drilled hole of the second terminal member.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a personal ornament, for example a bracelet and/or anklet, where all visible parts are reused, reworked, and/or reconditioned military materiel. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be at least one military button and a plurality of textile strips obtained from one or more military uniforms. In certain embodiments, for example, the at least one button may comprise a shank. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be at least one reinforced strip comprising a reinforcing member (for example, a thread, string, cord, line, chain, and/or support member) covered by at least one of the plurality of textile strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the at least one button may be attached to at least the first end of the at least one reinforced strips by a cow hitch knot through the an attachment member, for example, a hole, a shank, a hook, or other portion of the at least one button. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be a braid comprising one or more of the plurality of strips and the reinforced strip, for example the reinforced strip may be for example, a thread, string, cord, line, chain, and/or support member covered by the plurality of military strips, such that it is not visible. In certain embodiments, for example, the braid may extend from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the reinforced strip. In certain embodiments, for example, the opposite end of the reinforced strip may form a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, a first terminal member may be crimped over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, a second terminal member may be affixed to the opposite end of the braid.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a personal ornament, for example a bracelet and/or anklet where all visible parts consist essentially of reused, reworked, and/or reconditioned military materiel. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be at least one military button and a plurality of textile strips obtained from one or more military uniforms. In certain embodiments, for example, the at least one button may comprise a shank. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be a reinforced strip comprising a reinforcing member covered by at least one of the plurality of textile strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the at least one button may be attached to at least the first end of the reinforced strip by a cow hitch knot through the shank. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be a braid comprising one or more of the plurality of strips and the reinforced strip. In certain embodiments, for example, the braid may extend from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the reinforced strip. In certain embodiments, for example, the opposite end of the reinforced strip may form a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, a first terminal member may be crimped over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, a second terminal member may be affixed to the opposite end of the braid.

Certain embodiments may provide, for example, a personal ornament where all visible parts are military materiel. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be at least one military button comprising a shank. In certain embodiments, for example, a plurality of textile strips may be obtained from one or more re-used military uniforms. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be a reinforced strip comprising a reinforcing member covered by at least one of the plurality of textile strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the at least one button may be attached to at least the first end of the reinforced strip by a cow hitch knot through the shank. In certain embodiments, for example, there may be a braid comprising one or more of the plurality of strips and the reinforced strip. In certain embodiments, for example, the braid may extend from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the reinforced strip. In certain embodiments, for example, the opposite end of the reinforced strip may form a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, a first terminal member may be derived from a reused bullet casing crimped over the first end of the braid. In certain embodiments, for example, a second terminal member may be derived from a re-used military material affixed to the opposite end of the braid.

SUMMARY OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a drawing of a personal ornament.

FIGS. 2A and 2B are drawings exemplifying a way a plurality of textile strips may be obtained, for example cut, from military material, in this a case a dress uniform.

FIG. 3 is a drawing of a pinched paracord loop.

FIGS. 4A and 4B are drawings the front and back of the personal ornament of FIG. 1.

FIG. 5 is a drawing of the formation of a paracord loop.

FIGS. 6A and 6B are drawings exemplifying an alternative way a plurality of textile strips may be obtained, for example cut, from military material, in this case an Army Combat Uniform (ACU).

FIGS. 7A and 7B are drawings exemplifying an alternative way a plurality of textile strips may be obtained, for example cut, from military material, in this case a Navy Service Uniform (NSU).

FIGS. 8A and 8B are drawings exemplifying an alternative way a plurality of textile strips may be obtained, for example cut, from military material, in this case an Operational Dress Uniform (ODU).

FIG. 9 is a drawing exemplifying an alternative way a plurality of textile strips may be obtained, for example cut, from military material.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

Embodiments of the present disclosure comprise generally and in combination with other aspects disclosed herein, personal ornaments and the formation of personal ornaments from military materiel. Discarded military materiel, surplus military materiel, reused military materiel, reworked military materiel, refurbished military materiel, reconditioned military materiel, and/or combinations thereof may be used in one form or another to fashion a personal ornament or portions thereof. In some embodiments, for example, reused military uniforms may be repurposed to obtain textile strips and buttons and other elements, members and/or portions for use in creating a personal ornament. Moreover, military bullet casings may be reused to prepare terminal members. Further, military paracord can be reused to obtain a paracord loop.

In some embodiments, the personal ornaments may comprise, consist essentially of and/or consist of military materiel, reused military materiel, reworked military materiel, refurbished military materiel, reconditioned military materiel, and/or combinations thereof. In one embodiment, a paracord loop may be braided with one or more of the plurality of textile strips to form a personal ornament, for example a bracelet and/or anklet.

Textile strips may be formed from a variety of military materials, for example, military uniforms such as dress uniforms, service uniforms, operational uniforms, combat uniforms, fatigues, mess uniforms, physical training uniforms, special ceremonial uniforms, band uniforms, guard uniforms, cadet uniforms, dress uniforms, utility uniforms, working uniforms, or distinctive uniforms Army Combat Uniforms (ACU), Navy Service Uniforms (NSU), Operational Dress Uniforms (ODU), uniforms from foreign service, uniforms for special forces, uniforms for special events, uniforms from foreign military, uniforms for special conditions, bomb squad uniforms, and/or combinations thereof.

A drawing of a personal ornament 100 consisting essentially of reused military materiel is shown in FIG. 1. In the embodiment shown in FIG. 1, the personal ornament 100 is a bracelet and/or anklet. A paracord loop 102 is attached to a military button 106 obtained from a military uniform, for example a used military uniform. The paracord loop 102 is braided with two textile strips 104, wherein the braid extends from a first end of the braid that is proximate the button to a second end of the braid that terminates a sufficient distance before the second end of the paracord loop to form a button loop 110 extending beyond the end of the braid. The first end of the braid is concealed by crimping a first bullet casing 112 over the first end of the braid. A concealing member 108 is prepared comprising a case head and at least a portion of a case body, comprising: forming a hole extending through the head that communicates between the external surface of the head and the internal portion of the casing. The button loop 110 is extended through hole whereby at least a portion of a case body covers the second end of the braid. The button 106 is then secured by passing it through the loop closure 110.

Drawings of obtaining a plurality of textile strips from a military uniform, for example a shirt 200 are shown in FIG. 2A and FIG. 2B. In certain embodiments, for example, the military uniform 200 may comprise a button 206. In certain embodiments, for example, the back of the military uniform shirt 200 is horizontally partitioned in order to obtain a plurality of vertical textile strips 202. A close up of one of the textile strips 202b is shown. In certain embodiments, for example, a plurality of strips, for example 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, or 16 or more textile strips 202 of identical or variable width may be obtained from a single military uniform shirt. For example, several strips of a certain size may be formed from a single military uniform shirt and then several other strips of a different size may be obtained from the remainder of the same single military uniform shirt. The strips may have a width of, for example, 0.25 inch, 0.5, inch, 0.75 inch, 1 inch, 1.25 inches, 1.5 inches, 1.75 inches, 2 inches, 2.25 inches, 2.5 inches, 2.75 inches, and 3.00 inches or more. The strips may have a length of between 6-8 inches, 7-9 inches, 8-10 inches, 9-12 inches, 10-14 inches, 12-14 inches, 12-16 inches or more. The strips may have a constant width and length, varying widths and constant length and/or varying width and varying length. The strips may have formed and/or contoured ends. The strips may vary in size, shape and length or may be substantially identical in length and/or width. The strips may be of a uniform size. Several different types of strips may be obtained from a single military uniform shirt. The use of the material from the single military uniform shirt may be portioned to obtain 10 or more strips, 12 or more strips, 14 or more strips, 16 or more strips, 18 or more strips, 20 or more strips, or between 10-16 strips, between 14-24 strips, between 16-20 strips, or 18-24 strips.

A drawing of a pinched paracord loop 302 is shown in FIG. 3. In certain embodiments, for example, the paracord loop 302 may be integrally formed into a dumbbell shape by aligning two lengths of the paracord adjacent to each other to form aligned lengths of the paracord loop 318, forming loops 310 at both ends of the aligned lengths of the paracord loop 302. In certain embodiments, for example, the aligned lengths of the paracord loop 318 may be braided with one or more textile strips, wherein the braid begins proximate a first end of the aligned lengths of the paracord loop 318, and terminates proximate a second end of the aligned lengths of the paracord loop 318. In certain embodiments, for example, a button may be attached to one of the loops 310.

Drawings of a personal ornament, in this example a bracelet and/or anklet, formed from reused military materiel 400 are shown in FIG. 4A and FIG. 4B. The first end of a paracord loop 402 is attached to the button 406 by forming a cow hitch knot 416 through the shank 414. The paracord loop 402 is braided with one or more textile of strips 404, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot 416 towards the opposite end of the paracord loop 402, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop 402 forms a button loop 410 extending beyond the end of the braid. A first terminal member 412 is prepared from a first bullet casing and crimped over the first end of the braid. A second terminal member 408 is prepared from at least a portion of a second bullet casing by drilling a hole in the head of the second bullet casing. The button loop 410 is passed through the drilled hole of the second terminal member 408.

A drawing of the forming a support loop, in the example from a military paracord, used to form a paracord loop 502 is shown in FIG. 5. Two opposite ends 520 and 522 of a paracord are connected to form the paracord loop.

Drawings of exemplifying alternative ways to obtain a plurality of textile strips from military uniform material, in this case from from an Army Combat Uniform (ACU) 600 are shown in FIG. 6A and FIG. 6B. In some embodiments the strips can be obtained from any and all portions of the uniform, In certain embodiments, as exemplified in FIGS. 6A and 6B, the back of the military uniform 600 is partitioned in order to obtain a plurality of diagonal textile strips 602. A close up of one of the textile strips 602b is shown.

Drawings exemplifying alternative ways to obtain a plurality of textile strips from military material, in this case from from a Navy Service Uniform (NSU) 700 are shown in FIG. 7A and FIG. 7B. In some embodiments, the strips can be obtained from any and all portions of the uniform. In certain embodiments, as exemplified in FIGS. 7A and 7B, the back of the military uniform 700 is partitioned in order to obtain a plurality of diL-shaped textile strips 702. A close up of one of the textile strips 702b is shown. Drawings exemplifying alternative ways to obtain a plurality of textile strips from military uniform material, in this case from an Operational Dress Uniform (ODU) 800 are shown in FIG. 8A and FIG. 8B. In certain embodiments, as exemplified in FIGS. 8A and 8B, the back of the military uniform 800 is partitioned in order to obtain a plurality of horizontal textile strips 802. A close up of one of the textile strips 802b is shown.

Drawings exemplifying alternative ways to obtain a plurality of textile strips from military uniform is shown in FIG. 9. In some embodiments, the strips can be obtained from any and all portions of the uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, the back of the military uniform is partitioned in order to obtain a plurality of S-shaped textile strips 902a and 902b, other shapes and/or forms of strips may be cut from the military uniform including, for example, formed strips and.or contured strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the sleeve of the military uniform is partitioned in order to obtain at least one textile strip 902c. In certain embodiments, for example, the collar of the military uniform is partitioned in order to obtain at least one textile strip 902d. In certain embodiments, for example, the cuff of the military uniform is partitioned in order to obtain at least one textile strip 902e.

In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member comprises the body of the personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be tougher than the strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be at least two times tougher than the strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be at least three times tougher than the strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be at least five times tougher than the strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be at least ten times tougher than the strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be at least twenty times tougher than the strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be at least thirty times tougher than the strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be at least forty times tougher than the strips.

In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be sturdier than the strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be at least two times sturdier than the strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be at least three times sturdier than the strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be at least five times sturdier than the strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be at least ten times sturdier than the strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be at least twenty times sturdier than the strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be at least thirty times sturdier than the strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be at least forty times sturdier than the strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be elastic. In certain embodiments, for example, the conforming member may be a support string.

In certain embodiments, the conforming member may be covered, either in part or in its entirety, such that it is only partially visible, or minimally visible, or not visible as part of the personal ornament, For example, the personal ornament may be a bracelet and/or an anklet and in its ordinary use, for example, adorning a person's wrist, the conforming member is not visible or only portions of the conforming member are visible.

In certain embodiments, for example, the one or more strips may be reinforced by adding a reinforcing member. In certain embodiments, for example, the reinforcing member may be a silk, nylon, monofilament, nymo, silamide, wire, tigertail, leather, cotton, ribbon, rattail, elastic, beading, hemp, or Kevlar thread.

In certain embodiments, the reinforcing member may be covered, either in part or in its entirety, such that it is only partially visible, or minimally visible, or not visible as part of the personal ornament, For example, the personal ornament may be a bracelet and/or an anklet and in its ordinary use, for example, adorning a person's wrist, the reinforcing member is not visible or only portions of the reinforcing member are visible.

In certain embodiments, for example, the strips may be prevented from fraying. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise serging, bonding, sewing, stitching, binding, tacking, basting, gluing, or stapling the edge of the strips.

In certain embodiments, for example, the ends of the braid may be secured. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise gluing, bonding, sewing, stitching, binding, tacking, basting, serging, or stapling the ends of the braid.

In certain embodiments, for example, the button may be made from a natural material. In certain embodiments, for example, the button may be a polyester, plastic, fabric, glass, wood, bone, sea shell, acrylic, cloth, leather, or pearl button. In certain embodiments, for example, the button may be made from a metal. In certain embodiments, for example, the button may be a brass, pewter, gold, silver, aluminum, zinc, stainless steel, or iron button.

In certain embodiments, for example, the button may be a particular type of button. In certain embodiments, for example, the button may be a shank, stud, jean, toggle, snap, popper, hook, knit, flat, or lapel button.

In certain embodiments, for example, each strip may have predetermined dimensions. In certain embodiments, for example, the plurality of strips may have predetermined lengths and widths. In certain embodiments, for example, the dimensions of each strip may be approximately equal. In certain embodiments, for example, each strip may have a different length and width. In certain embodiments, for example, each strip may have a different length but the same width. In certain embodiments, for example, each strip may have the same length but a different width. In certain embodiments, for example, some strips may have the same length. In certain embodiments, for example, some strips may have the same width. In certain embodiments, for example, some strips may have different lengths. In certain embodiments, for example, some strips may have different widths.

In certain embodiments, for example, the strips may be a particular textile. In certain embodiments, for example, the strips may be cotton, linen, jersey, canvas, lycra, lace, velvet, polycotton, crepe, satin, denim, damask, brocade, batiste, charmeuse, chenille, chiffon, corduroy, felt, herringbone, cable, baize, cheviot, chino, dimity, drill, rayon, fiber, fleece, poplin, madras, yarn, flannel, fabric, nylon, or leather strips. In certain embodiments, for example, at least one of the strips may comprise a mixture of textiles. In certain embodiments, for example, the strips may be of the same textile as the uniform. In certain embodiments, for example, at least one of the strips may use different material than at least one of the remaining strips.

In certain embodiments, for example, the braid may be formed using a support string. In certain embodiments, for example, the support string may use sturdier material than any one of the plurality of strips. In certain embodiments, for example, the support string comprises a paracord, braided nylon, shoelace, bank line, twisted nylon, twine, rope, cord, fiber, cotton, textured polyester, spun polyester, nylon, polypropylene, jute, hemp, or leather.

In certain embodiments, the support string may be covered, either in part or in its entirety, such that it is only partially visible, or minimally visible, or not visible as part of the personal ornament, For example, the personal ornament may be a bracelet and/or an anklet and in its ordinary use, for example, adorning a person's wrist, the support string is not visible or only portions of the support string are visible.

In certain embodiments, for example, two opposite ends of a support loop may be held together. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise gluing, bonding, sewing, stitching, binding, tacking, basting, serging, or stapling any two opposite ends of the support loop together. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise gluing, bonding, sewing, stitching, binding, tacking, basting, serging, or stapling any two opposite ends of a paracord loop together. In certain embodiments, for example, the pinched paracord loop may be in the shape of a dumbbell curve.

In certain embodiments, for example, the military uniform may have at least one button. In certain embodiments, for example, the button may represent the military. In certain embodiments, for example, the button may represent a military branch, division, platoon, company, battalion, brigade, regiment, squad, corps, troop, or battery. Alternatively, the military button may be obtained directly from a supplier, for example new, rather than recovered from a used military uniform. This non-used button, may be a military button.

In certain embodiments, for example, a fastening loop may be a loop that receives an elongated object. In certain embodiments, for example, the personal ornament may be secured by passing the elongated object through the fastening loop. In certain embodiments, for example, the elongated object may comprise a button.

In certain embodiments, for example, the personal ornament may be secured with a fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the fastener may be a button, buckle, magnet, stud, velcro fastener, snap tape, kam snap, zipper, toggle, popper, eyelet, hook, hook and eye, frogging, grommet, broche, safety pin, or tie. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise securing the fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise passing the loop through the fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise closing the fastener.

In certain embodiments, for example, the button loop may be used to secure the personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the button loop may have an opening that allows the button to pass through. In certain embodiments, for example, the button loop may form a button-shaped cavity. In certain embodiments, for example, the method may comprise sliding the button through the button loop to secure the personal ornament.

In certain embodiments, for example, the method may form a particular personal ornament. In certain embodiments, for example, the personal ornament may be a bracelet, jewelry, anklet, belt, choker, luggage tag, athletic wear, loop, band, necklace, ring, scrunchie, clasp, or termination.

In certain embodiments, for example, the bullet casing may be embossed. In certain embodiments, for example, the bullet casing may be embossed with a design. In certain embodiments, for example, the bullet casing may be embossed with numbers. In certain embodiments, for example, the bullet casing may be embossed with characters. In certain embodiments, for example, the bullet casing may be embossed with a combination of numbers, characters, or designs. In certain embodiments, for example, the bullet casing may be embossed with a memorial names, dates, biographical information, rememberance, ranks, military service details, sayings and/or slogans.

In certain embodiments, for example, the button may be embossed. In certain embodiments, for example, the button may be embossed with a design. In certain embodiments, for example, the button may be embossed with numbers. In certain embodiments, for example, the button may be embossed with characters. In certain embodiments, for example, the button may be embossed with a combination of numbers, characters, or designs. In certain embodiments, for example, the button may be embossed with a memorial slogan.

In certain embodiments, for example, the support string may be attached to the fastener. In certain embodiments, for example, the support string may be attached to the fastener by a cow-hitch, half-hitch, figure-eight, bowline, reef, rolling hitch, clove hitch, sheet bend, or double sheet bend knot.

In certain embodiments, for example, the button may be attached to the paracord. In certain embodiments, for example, the button may be attached to the paracord by a cow-hitch, half-hitch, figure-eight, bowline, reef, rolling hitch, clove hitch, sheet bend, or double sheet bend knot.

While preferred embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described herein, it will be obvious to those skilled in the art that such embodiments are provided by way of example only. It is intended that the following claims define the scope of the invention and that methods and structures within the scope of these claims and their equivalents be covered thereby.

Claims

1-66. (canceled)

67. A personal ornament where all visible parts are military materiel, comprising:

at least one military button comprising a shank;

a plurality of textile strips obtained from one or more military uniforms;

a reinforced strip comprising a reinforcing member covered by at least one of the plurality of textile strips;

the at least one button attached to at least the first end of the reinforced strip by a cow hitch knot through the shank;

a braid comprising one or more of the plurality of strips and the reinforced strip, wherein the braid extends from the base of the cow hitch knot towards the opposite end of the reinforced strip, wherein the opposite end of the reinforced strip forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid;

a first terminal member crimped over the first end of the braid;

a second terminal member affixed to the opposite end of the braid.

68. The personal ornament of claim 67, wherein the personal ornament is jewelry, a bracelet, wrist band, an anklet, a belt, a choker, a necklace and/or a luggage tag.

69. The personal ornament of claim 67, wherein the personal ornament is a bracelet.

70. The personal ornament of claim 67, wherein the one or more military uniforms are reused or reworked or reconditioned military uniforms.

71. The personal ornament of claim 67, wherein the at least one military button is obtained from a reused or reworked or reconditioned military uniform.

72. The personal ornament of claim 67, wherein the reinforced strip is a reused or reworked or reconditioned military paracord.

73. The personal ornament of claim 67, wherein the first terminal member is derived from a reused or reworked or reconditioned bullet casing.

74. The personal ornament of claim 67, wherein the second terminal member is derived from a reused or reworked or reconditioned military material.

75. The personal ornament of claim 67, wherein the first terminal member is derived from a reused bullet casing crimped over the first end of the braid.

76. The personal ornament of claim 67, wherein the second terminal member is derived from at least a portion of a second bullet casing having a hole through the head.

77. A method of forming a personal ornament, comprising:

obtaining at least two fabric strips and at least one military button;

pinching a paracord loop at a first end to form an attachment loop;

braiding the paracord loop with the fabric strips, wherein the braid extends from the base of the attachment loop towards the opposite end of the paracord loop, wherein the opposite end of the paracord loop forms a button loop extending beyond the end of the braid;

attaching the attachment loop to the button;

preparing a first terminal member from at least a portion of a first bullet casing;

crimping the first terminal member over the first end of the braid;

preparing a second terminal member from at least a portion of a second bullet casing by drilling a hole in the head of the second bullet casing;

passing the button loop through the drilled hole of the second terminal member;

sliding the button through the button loop.

78. The personal ornament of claim 77, wherein the personal ornament is jewelry, a bracelet, wrist band, an anklet, a belt, a choker, a necklace and/or a luggage tag.

79. The personal ornament of claim 77, wherein the personal ornament is a bracelet.

80. The personal ornament of claim 77, wherein the at least two fabric strips are obtained from one or more reused or reworked or reconditioned military uniforms.

81. The personal ornament of claim 77, wherein the at least one military button is obtained from a reused or reworked or reconditioned military uniform.

82. The personal ornament of claim 77, wherein the paracord loop is derived from a reused or reworked or reconditioned military paracord.

83. The personal ornament of claim 77, wherein the first terminal member is derived from a reused or reworked or reconditioned bullet casing.

84. The personal ornament of claim 77, wherein the second terminal member is derived from a reused or reworked or reconditioned military material.

85. The personal ornament of claim 79, wherein the at least two fabric strips are obtained from one or more reused military uniforms, and the at least one military button is obtained derived from a reused military uniform.

86. A method of repurposing a discarded or reused or reworked or reconditioned or surplus military uniform, comprising:

obtaining a paracord loop, at least two cylindrical decorative members, and a fastener;

cutting at least two elongated uniform strips from the military uniform;

pinching the paracord loop to form an elongated paracord strip, wherein the elongated paracord strip forms fastening loops having predetermined circumferences on both ends, wherein the elongated paracord strip braids as a single member;

braiding elongated uniform strips with the paracord strip in the area between the two fastening loops;

adorning the first end of the braid with a cylindrical decorative member;

attaching the first fastening loop to the fastener;

adorning the second end of the braid with a cylindrical decorative member;

attaching the second fastening loop to the fastener to form a personal ornament.