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Created by: Mollie Valente Designer Tips For a version of this project with step-by-step images, check out Mollie's How to make Lashed Kidney Wire Earrings blog post.Choose two matching rivoli stones from the assortment. This design uses two 14mm Light Colorado Topaz rivolis (perfect for November birthdays). Most colors of Swarovski crystals are no longer available, but these settings also fit Preciosa, Matubo and other brands of pointed-back rivoli stones.Insert a rivoli sto …

Created by: Sondra Barrington How can I customize thee? Let me count the ways...  Designer Tips  Chain bracelets adorned with a simple heart charm continue to be popular. The sterling silver heart blank was intentionally left blank, but could easily be stamped or engraved to further customize.You can also customize this design by using a different colored Swarovski rivoli stone (clear symbolizes Diamond, April's birthstone), or different styles of chain. These bracelets are fun an …

Due to the popularity of 10mm cushion square settings, we've included links to alternate styles below in case the primary setting used in the Golden Halos earrings is temporarily unavailable.  Created by: Veronica Greenwood   Designer TipsPlace the crystal in the bezel setting, and using the nylon jaw flat pliers gently fold the prongs down over the crystal.Using the 6.5mm jump ring attach the bezel to the large round link. (For best way to open and close loops, see Jump Ring Hint in J …

Created by: Mollie Valente Designer TipsAttach the eye pin loop to the crystal pear charm (twist loop open and closed).String on beads in the following order: 3mm silver-plated heishi bead,4mm bicone bead, 3mm silver-plated heishi bead,4mm bicone bead, 3mm silver-plated heishi bead,6mm bicone bead, 3mm silver-heishi bead.Form the start of a wrapped loop at the unfinished end of the beaded eye pin.Prior to wrapping the loop, attach the beaded head pin to the loop of the p …

Created by: Sondra BarringtonDesigner TipsPrearrange your design by tracing the bezel, and creating a mock-up arrangement on paper.Nip the loop off of the hand pendant before setting in bezel.Glue a small piece of flat metal (as a shim) to the back of the hand (on to the fingers) to create a level surface for gluing purposes.Place items in bezel and set them in place with a dab of two-part epoxy glue. Let dry fully (24 hours) before applying concrete.Mix the concrete from the EnCapture Artisan C …