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Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsFor illustrated step-by-step instructions for making this pair of earrings, and links to additional sweet-and-simple designs, see our blog article: The 15-Minute Earring Tutorial.Suggested Supplies2 each #06-430-10-12 Swarovski 6430 Classic Cut Pendant, 10mm - Emerald2 each #49-965-54-AP TierraCast Antiqued Pewter Plated Jardin Bar Connector1 pair #34-042-0-GM TierraCast Niobium Earring Hooks w/ Round and Heishi Beads, Raw/ Sterling/ Black1 ounce (use 2 pie …

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Designer TipsCut the wire into two 1" pieces. Make a simple loop, slide on one 6mm bicone bead, and make a simple loop. For step-by-step instructions on making loops, and the best way to open and securely close loops, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF). Repeat and set aside.Using one jump ring, attach it to one 16mm pendant (with the Shimmer coating side facing out) and attach to the inside ring on the Gypsy Drop.Using one ear wire, attach one component made in the first step. Using other end of compo …

Created by: Claudia Crosby Designer TipsStretch and secure the bracelet ends to cardboard with tape. This prevents it from moving when gluing on the buttons.Use heavy duty hardware store cutters to remove the button shanks. This will keep your jewelry cutters from becoming marred.Sand or file smooth the backs of the buttons.Rough up the surface of the bracelet pads with a file or sandpaper before applying glue.Clean surfaces with alcohol before applying glue with a toothpick.Add charms or dangle …

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Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsFor step-by-step pictorial instructions on making this pair of earrings, see Mollie's blog article: …

Designer TipsAdd a smoky quartz cube bead to the head pin, then add the largest fern green margarita bead, then 1 each of the rest of the margarita beads in decreasing size order, and top with the metallic sunshine 3mm bicone bead.Make a simple loop at the top of the head pin. For best ways to make loops on head pins, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF)Open the loop on the ear wire (twist side-ways, like shown in the Jewelry Basics 101 PDF), slide Christmas tree on, and securely close ear wire loop. Re …

Designer TipsAdd a cone bead (wide side first) to a head pin. Next add a wing bead, round crystal bead, and the rhinestone wheel bead (halo).Make a simple loop at the top of the head pin. For best ways to make loops on head pins, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF)Open the loop on the ear wire (twist side-ways, like shown in the Jewelry Basics 101 PDF), slide angel onto ear wire, and securely close ear wire loop. Repeat for other earring, and enjoy!Suggested Supplies1 #AngelEarringsCrystal Angel Earrin …

For their safety and your health, pearls and shells should always be drilled, reamed, etc underwater.Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsCut a small piece of leather to test the hole sizes as you are reaming.Hold the pearl and bead reamer tip underwater, and ream in a back and forth motion, from both sides of the hole.Cut 8 lengths of leather approx. 48-52" each.Tie an overhand knot, about 3-5" from one end, slip on a pearl, and tie another knot to hold it in place. Repeat on the other end o …

Created by: Sondra BarringtonDesigner TipsUse 7 coils of anklet size to make this bracelet bangle. You can adjust the size of wire and numbers of coils any way you wish.Do not use your favorite jewelry cutter on memory wire. (Use a heavy duty cutter rated for steel wire.)This free-form design features the beads listed, in a randomly appealing manner. Add as many or as few beads as you would like to create your own custom bangle.A loop at each end keeps the beads on the wire and provides a nice w …