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Designer TipsGently squeeze the prongs on the rhinestone chain ends to prevent chipping.Attach 5mm jump ring to one end. (See Jewelry-Making Basics for best way to open and close jump rings.)Use smaller jump ring to attach chain end to clasp at other end.Customize in brass or silver too!Free Technique Sheets & How-TosBasic Jewelry-Making Technique Sheet (PDF)Suggested Supplies1 pkg of 10 [use 2] #46-339-30-9 Chain End, for #46-349-30 (Black Gunmetal)1 meter [use 7.25"] #46-349-30-042-9 Gunme …

Created by: Tiffany WhiteDesigner TipsIn progress - Please check back soon!Please see our "Spirit of 12" blog article for complete instructions with step-by-step photos: https://blog.rings-things.com/2015/10/23/the-spirit-of-12-adjustable-bangle-bracelets/Note: The "TierraCast Beaded Antique Brass Bezel Charms" that Tiffany used for the antique brass bracelet are no longer in production, but TierraCast makes 2 similar variations to choose from:a beaded bezel charm with in-line loop (use this wit …

Created by: The R&T Showroom Team   Designer TipsStamp the tag with 3mm letter stamps. For longer team names, use a larger tag or smaller set of stamps. See Metal Stamping 101 for detailed stamping instructions. If you're new to stamping, get a few extra tags, as stamping can be unpredictable and there may be mess ups.Place crystal stones in bezels, and carefully bend prongs down using fingers and/or nylon-jaw pliers.Add a large round jump ring to the football charm. For best way to ope …

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsTo get a feel for the aluminum, firmly stamp the star in a few spots. For a detailed tutorial on metal stamping, see Metal Stamping 101 (PDF).Stamp the word REACH. With a light touch, use the thinnest center punch to stamp a small star point in a few spots. Note: Some of letters ended up a little "light" so I used the point as a design element to extend the missed spots of the letters.Use a ball pein hammer (or the round side of a chasing hammer) to text …

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue Designer TipsLinks Updated!Use a nylon hammer to gently flatten the rock & roll oval link before stamping the plain side.Stamp a practice pattern on paper to make sure your letter placement will fit on the link, and then repeat on the plain side of the link. See Metal Stamping 101:Techniques for Creating a Stamped Metal Charm (PDF).Wrap bracelet three times around a wrist (or oval bracelet mandrel) to determine best placement of components. Use a permanent …

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner Tips Stamp player number onto the tag. (For detailed stamping instructions, see link below.)Add additional tags for multiple players, or use larger tags for team names.Apply Stamp Enamel to tag and basketball charm per directions on package. Choose crystal or other bead colors to match your team colors. Wire wrap the crystal dangles with a loop large enough to move freely on the bracelet. (Detailed wrap instructions below.) Use chain nose pliers or crimp plier …

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 …

Make this fast, easy Lotus MOM bracelet for Mother's Day, or any time you need a last-minute jewelry project that says: "We Love You, Mom!"  Created by: Rings & Things Staff   Designer TipsJust unhook one side (no tools necessary) and slide the charms on in desired order. Use birthstones, or simply use favorite colors of sparkling crystals. We used April (clear, diamond), March (aquamarine) and December (tanzanite) birthstones, and a lotus charm. (Click into any charm's detail …

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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 …