Rings & Things Jewelry Blog

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsPlace the TierraCast® link on the bracelet in desired location, and use a fine-point Sharpie® (or other extra black permanent marker) to mark where to punch the holes.Turn the rotary leather hole punch to 2.5mm, and punch holes in marked spots.Place the rivet post through the bottom of the bracelet, and set it on the steel block. Place the cap through the link, and push this onto the post. Place the rivet setter over the cap, and tap firmly with brass ha …

Created by: Sondra Barrington This design uses a pearl bead (one of June's birthstones). Use a pearl bead from your bead stash to create this design as-is, or substitute other charms, beads, or birthstones in place of the pearl bead and swirling side charms.   Designer TipsMake a wire-wrapped head pin with the pearl bead (with a loop large enough to slide freely along the leather). See step-by-step instructions in Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF). You may need to use a heishi bead or seed bead to h …

Learn how to make this earthy, comfortable, adjustable gemstone bracelet - perfect for Arbor Day, Earth Day, or any time.  Created by: Michelle Horning   Designer TipsFor step by step macramé knotting instructions, see our blog article: DIY Shamballa-Style Macrame Bracelet Tutorial.When using a link, cut the anchor cord in half, and attach each to the link with a lark's head knot.Cut the working cord in half, and start next to the link, working your way to the ends on one side, and the …

Chain bracelets adorned with a simple charm continue to be popular. You can customize this design by using a different colored Swarovski rivoli stone, different styles of chain, or tassels made of different materials! These bracelets are fun and easy to make, and make great gifts for the minimalist in your life. You need just a few supplies, and basic jewelry making techniques.Created by: Sondra BarringtonDesigner TipsPlace stone in bezel, and use flat-nose nylon-jaw pliers or a burnishing tool …

Created by: Amy MickelsonDesigner TipsUse StazOn® ink and rubber stamps of your choice to create a festive bracelet in minutes.Choose from ready-made leather bracelets or leather strips.Since the StazOn ink is permanent, there is no need to apply a sealer to the bracelet. (We only have black StazOn, but odds are, that if you have rubber stamps, you also have a good stash of other permanent ink pads nearby...)For a step-by-step tutorial with pictures, see the Easy to Make Rubber Stamped Leather B …

This bracelet has a classic ROYGBIV* rainbow of Czech glass star beads, perfect for Chakra jewelry, Pride jewelry, or a reminder that after the rain, comes the rainbow.Created by: Michelle HorningDesigner TipsFor step by step knotting instructions, see our blog article: DIY Shamballa-Style Macrame Bracelet TutorialAll beads can be strung onto the bottom of the anchor cords before anchoring to the board, and slid into place as you knot.Tight knots make it difficult to sew the tails back in, and y …

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsUse chain nose pliers to gently close the tabs over the crystal stones. See Learn to make easy rivoli crystal rings blog for tips on setting crystals in bezels.The 2-Loop bezel settings have one open loop on each; no jump rings are required for creating the crystal portion of the bracelet. For best way to open and close these loops, see Jump Ring Hint in Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Adding chain to the back of the bracelet makes the finished project more comfo …

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsGlue the bead cappers into the holes of the focal bead and dry according to manufacturer’s directions.Use jump rings to attach chain and lobster clasp to the focal bead.Add the metal bead and crystal to a head pin and make a wrapped loop.Connect this dangle and charms to the bracelet with jump rings, as pictured.Free Technique Sheets & How-TosBasic Jewelry-Making Technique Sheet (PDF)Suggested Supplies1 each #60-230 Adhesive, Epoxy, 3301 pkg of 10 [use …

Created by: Amy MickelsonDesigner TipsRoughen the pads on the disk and loop bracelet with sandpaper or a sanding sponge. This increases the surface texture to help the glue adhere.If desired, plan your layout for symmetry.Once you plan your layout, glue one item at a time allowing the adhesive to set before adding the next item.Hint: Glue all the crystal flat backs and diamond shaped connectors to the bracelet first. Then glue on the coin pearls. Since coin pearls are not uniform in size, you ca …

Design by: Katie Hill (TierraCast)Designer TipsTIP: Don’t stretch the cords when knotting. Tie with cord relaxed, but with extra slack taken up.Cut three 12" strands of elastic cord. Pull on the ends to prestretch the cords.Pick up one strand and string on one Amazonite gemstone bead and one 3mm spacer (choose black or silver). Repeat 23 times. String final gemstone bead and one large hole nugget spacer.Tie ends of cords together with a Surgeon's Knot. (Fig 1) Tighten securely.For the next stran …