Rings & Things Jewelry Blog

Created by: Rita HutchinsonThis might be the easiest pair of earrings you ever make!Designer TipsPlace the CZs face down on the rubber block. Center the post prongs over the stone. Push down straight until you hear a click.Really -- that's it!If you have sensitive fingers or weak hands, you could hold the post in a ring vise or flat-nose pliers.Suggested Supplies1 pair #32-621-04 1/20, 14kt Gold-Filled Snap-in Post Earring Setting1 dozen (use 2 pieces) #33-614 Gold-Filled Earring Backs, Butterfl …

Created by: Megan Holden   Designer TipsClean bezels of barrettes with a clean, wet cloth and allow to dry.Paint the bottom of one barrette bezel with red paint, using smallest brush of Ranger set to ensure clean lines at the perimeter. Allow to dry and repeat with 2nd coat, dry thoroughly.Press small piece of paper around the perimeter of the bezel interior to make an impression for cutting a heart template. Cut heart template with scissors around crease lines (most likely will be a tad la …

Created by: Rita Hutchinson 12mm #4470 Cushion Squares by Swarovski are nearly gone, but these settings also work with most other brands of 12mm cushion squares. Shop remaining colors while they last!Designer TipsFor step-by-step instructions on wire-wrapping loops, and best way to open and close jump rings, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF)Set the crystals in the bezel settings, and press prongs down smoothly over the stones using the nylon jaw pliers.Link settings together with jump rings …

Created by: Veronica Greenwood   Designer TipsPlace one 10mm crystal into one bezel setting and use needle nose pliers to gently bend prongs over crystal. Repeat for all five colors.Using the 24 gauge wire and 6mm round crystal beads, link the bezel settings together (see Jewelry Basics 101 PDF).On one side add the lobster to the crystal link.On the other side add 1in of chain to the crystal link.Using the oval jump rings attach the two butterfly charms to the chain.The lobster clasp c …

This short 16.5" necklace can also be double-wrapped and worn as a chunky bracelet.Created by: Mollie Valente Designer TipsUse a steel burnisher to carefully smooth (burnish) the prongs down onto the rivoli stone in the bezel setting. For step-by-step instructions on setting a crystal stone in a bezel, see Blog Article: Step-by-Step: How to Set Rivoli Stones in BezelsUse a 10mm jump ring to attach the lobster clasp to one end of the drawn cable chain. For best way to open and close loo …

Created by: Sondra Barrington Designer TipsCut leather flush after measuring desired length. Use a dab of glue inside one cord end. Insert leather into the cord end and gently pinch the cord ends together until secure.Use the hook and eye clasp independent of each other. The hook connects to a large, dramatic ring as a closure on the bracelet. The eye portion of the clasp floats along the leather cord, holding the tassel.Slide the guru bead and eye portion of the clasp onto the leather cord …

If you've never set faceted stones before, tube settings are a great way to get started.Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsGolden Topaz is November's birthstone, and sparkling 4mm CZs are available in all 12 birthstone colors, plus jet black.With your awl or other sharp object, create a small, straight hole in the rubber block.Set topaz Cubic Zirconia stone face down on block, and line up post bezel over the stone. Press down, and the stone will be lightly held in place.Gently pick up compo …

This simple project features crystal rivoli stones and 1-time adjustable ring blanks with a bezel setting. Created by: Amy Mickelson Steps to Make These RingsWhile most colors of Swarovski crystal rivolis are gone, these settings work with most other major brands of 12mm and 14mm rivoli stones, including Preciosa and Matubo. To use one of the remaining colors of Swarovski rivolies, browse our full selection of 12mm & 14mm crystal rivoli stones.Place the correct size of rivoli stone …

Created by: Amy Mickelson Designer TipsCreate a cardboard template 2.5 times the diameter of the bezel (approximately 2.25" for this ring).Using a doubled 36" piece of sewing thread, knotted at one end, sew a running stitch around the edge of the fabric piece about 5mm in from the edge.Add stuffing and draw the fabric in by pulling the thread tight. Once you've achieved a round shape that fits the bezel cup, secure the thread with several knots and cut excessive thread.Glue into bezel using …

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner Tips Arrange stones from lightest to darkest.Set first rivoli in top setting, pressing the bezel into place to hold the stone firm. Bending the bezel where the second setting attaches is a little tricky. Be patient.Set the next stone, and press the bezel to hold firm.Set the final rivoli, and press the bezel to hold in place. With the burnishing tool, go over the bezel on all 3 stones, to flatten down, and prevent snagging.Attach jump ring and hang from c …