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This design uses light rose Swarovski crystals, perfect for an October birthstone gift, but could be easily modified to use any birthstone color. Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsUsing 26-gauge wire, make a wrapped-wire loop at the top of the briolette. For step-by-step instructions, see "How to Wire-Wrap a Briolette".Squeeze hoop to open, slide the wire-wrapped briolette onto it, and close the hoop.Slide the hoop onto a kidney ear wire, and use round-nose pliers to gently crimp the loop …

These elegant Emerald earrings are perfect for a May birthday!Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner Tips Add a 3mm bicone, 4mm rondelle, 18mm emerald cut rectangle, and a final 4mm rondelle bead to a head pin.Use a 1-step looper to trim and make a loop all in one step. Or, for detailed instructions to make head pin loops, and best way to open and close loops, see: Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Use chain nose pliers to finish closing loop (if necessary), and twist slightly sideways to add beaded dangle to …

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsFor illustrated step-by-step instructions for making this pair of earrings, and links to additional sweet-and-simple designs, see our blog article: The 15-Minute Earring Tutorial.Suggested Supplies2 each #06-430-10-12 Swarovski 6430 Classic Cut Pendant, 10mm - Emerald2 each #49-965-54-AP TierraCast Antiqued Pewter Plated Jardin Bar Connector1 pair #34-042-0-GM TierraCast Niobium Earring Hooks w/ Round and Heishi Beads, Raw/ Sterling/ Black1 ounce (use 2 pie …

Designer TipsCut the wire into two 1" pieces. Make a simple loop, slide on one 6mm bicone bead, and make a simple loop. For step-by-step instructions on making loops, and the best way to open and securely close loops, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF). Repeat and set aside.Using one jump ring, attach it to one 16mm pendant (with the Shimmer coating side facing out) and attach to the inside ring on the Gypsy Drop.Using one ear wire, attach one component made in the first step. Using other end of compo …

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Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsFor step-by-step pictorial instructions on making this pair of earrings, see Mollie's blog article: …

Designer TipsAdd a smoky quartz cube bead to the head pin, then add the largest fern green margarita bead, then 1 each of the rest of the margarita beads in decreasing size order, and top with the metallic sunshine 3mm bicone bead.Make a simple loop at the top of the head pin. For best ways to make loops on head pins, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF)Open the loop on the ear wire (twist side-ways, like shown in the Jewelry Basics 101 PDF), slide Christmas tree on, and securely close ear wire loop. Re …

Designer TipsAdd a cone bead (wide side first) to a head pin. Next add a wing bead, round crystal bead, and the rhinestone wheel bead (halo).Make a simple loop at the top of the head pin. For best ways to make loops on head pins, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF)Open the loop on the ear wire (twist side-ways, like shown in the Jewelry Basics 101 PDF), slide angel onto ear wire, and securely close ear wire loop. Repeat for other earring, and enjoy!Suggested Supplies1 #AngelEarringsCrystal Angel Earrin …

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsThe WildFire™ cord has enough body to pass through the beads without a needle, but if you prefer, you can use a 4" Igolochkoy beadwork needle (#65-054) or other flexible needle.Tie off ends of cord in a double knot, and use a lighter or thread burner to sear the trimmed ends.Free Technique Sheets & How-TosBasic Jewelry-Making Technique Sheet (PDF)Suggested Supplies1 strand [use 60] #28-000-013-071 Bead, Glass, Faceted Round, 3mm (Limited Stock)or other …

Created by: Amy MickelsonDesigner TipsThread needle onto comfortable length (36-48”) of bead cord and condition. Depending on the type of cording you choose, you may want to double it.Add 12 beads to the cord (alternating between one size 11 seed bead, and one SuperDuo).Leave about a 3-6” tail, form a circle and tie a surgeon’s knot to secure.Go back through all the beads a second time, bringing the cord out through a hole on a SuperDuo.Bring thread back through the top hole in the same SuperDuo …