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Rings & Things Jewelry Blog

Knotted Gemstone Bracelet

Knotted Gemstone Bracelet

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #21-886-716 Matte Natural Druzy Agate Round Gemstone Beads, 6mm (strand)1 #A3RZ-H02J Dakota Stones Labradorite 8mm Large-Hole Round Bead Strand2 #61-0102-7 Griffin Bead Cord 100% Silk - Size 7 (0.75mm) Light Pink3 #44-046-84 Sterling Silver Charm, Tiny Spiral (Each)1 #A9F4-0KGW Sterling Silver Closed Jump Rings 5mm 20 Gauge (10 Pieces)1 #39-145-10-3 10mm Lobster Clasp - Silver Plated (12 Pieces)Tools Beading AwlScissorsGS Hypo CementDes …
Apr 26th 2024 Deb Floros
Silver and Bright Necklace

Silver and Bright Necklace

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies1 #56-216-36-3 Instant Pendant with Screw-On Cone - Silver Color (pack)1 #26-114-3 Silver Plated Metal Beads, 5x5mm Barrel, Large Hole (100 Pieces)2 #40-090-26-3 Silver Plated Drawn Cable Chain, 10mm by the FOOTTools1 #60-JBJN The Beadsmith, Super Fine Flat Nose Pliers with PVC Handle1 #60-03U4 The Beadsmith Jewelry Pliers, Round Nose, Chain Nose, Side CutterDesigner TipsNew to jewelry-making? See Basic Jewelry-Making Technique She …
Dec 8th 2023 Deb Floros
Chainmaille-Style Earrings Tutorial

Chainmaille-Style Earrings Tutorial

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsThis project has step-by-step illustrated instructions in our blog: How To Make Chainmaille-Style EarringsSuggested Supplies1 ounce (use 8 pieces) #37-178-1 White Plated Jump Ring, Round, 10mm1 ounce (use 2 pieces) #37-136-1 White Plated Jump Ring, Round, 5mm1 100-pack(use 8 beads) #26-114-0 Gold Plated Brass 5x5mm Barrel Beads, Large Hole1 pair #34-563-20-SF TierraCast Silver-Filled Earring Hook Findings, Plain2 each #06-433-11-01) Swarovski 6433 Pear Cut …
Oct 26th 2021 Mollie Valente
Big Bold Pearls as Tassels - Necklace Tutorial

Big Bold Pearls as Tassels - Necklace Tutorial

Created by: Sondra BarringtonDesigner TipsCut approximately 25" of cord, add a pearl, and tie a simple overhand knot at one end. Pull the knot tight, then pull the pearl up against this knot and add another knot at the other side of the pearl. Use an awl or strong needle to pull the knot tight against the pearl.At the other end, make a loop for a button/loop style closure, and secure it with a knot. Before tightening the knot, make sure the loop fits over the knotted pearl bead. (See "Trio of Pe …
Jun 1st 2021 Sondra Barrington
Bloodstone Adjustable Macrame Bracelet Tutorial

Bloodstone Adjustable Macrame Bracelet Tutorial

Created by: Michelle Horning  Designer TipsFor step by step macramé knotting instructions, see our blog article: DIY Shamballa-Style Macrame Bracelet Tutorial.Beads can be strung onto the bottom of the anchor cords before anchoring to the board, and slid into place as you workTight knots make it difficult to sew the tails back into them, and you can break your needle. You will most likely need to use pliers to get the needle through. Make sure to sew the tail back through the enti …
Apr 1st 2021 Michelle Horning
Aja Shamballah Bracelet Tutorial

Aja Shamballah Bracelet Tutorial

Created by: Jaci BostonDesigner TipsWhen choosing a bead, make sure the hole is large enough to accommodate the size cording you choose.Familiarize yourself with square knots.This project requires you to sew the ends of your cording up through the braid that you had made, both on the actual bracelet and then again when you make the clasp. Since I used hemp cord, I chose a big eye needle and a set of chain-nose pliers to assist with this.The bracelet pictured uses 8mm and 4-5mm red wood beads (no …
Jan 1st 2021 Jaci Boston