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Created by PRESTIGE CrystalSuggested Supplies1 #88-104-08-0 Vintaj Natural Brass Lotus Blossom Connector - 27x22.5mm (2 pcs)1 #05-000-SIALT8 PRESTIGE Crystal, #5000 Round Bead 8mm, Light Siam (1 Piece)1 #05-000-08-22 PRESTIGE Crystal, #5000 Round Bead 8mm, Topaz (1 Piece)1 #05-000-TOLT8 PRESTIGE 5000 8mm Faceted Round Light Topaz (6 Pieces)1 #05-000-EM8 PRESTIGE 5000 8mm Faceted Round Emerald (6 Pieces)1 #05-000-BLU8 PRESTIGE 5000 8mm Faceted Round Capri Blue (6 Pieces)1 #05-000-TAN8 PRESTIGE 50 …

Created by: PRESTIGE CrystalSuggested Supplies1 #34-962 Argentium Silver French Hook Earring Wires, Plain (pair)1 #37-722-3 Silver Plated Eye Pin, 2", Standard (Pack)2 #49-947-11-WB TierraCast Intermix 3-rings Bar Link - White Bronze Plated (Each)2 #44-940-49-AS TierraCast Antiqued Silver Plated Hibiscus Charm (Each)1 #05-000-FU8 PRESTIGE 5000 8mm Faceted Round Fuchsia (6 Pieces)Tools1 #60-03U4 The Beadsmith Jewelry Pliers, Round Nose, Chain Nose, Side Cutter1 #60-CU3D The Beadsmith Jeweller's M …

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsCut chain to a length of 8 links. Attach one end to earwire for ease in handling.Create dangles with crystal beads and round metal beads, and wire wrap directly to the chain. Add 12 dangles to chain. New to jewelry-making? For step-by-step instructions on making wire-wrapped loops, and most secure way to open and close jump rings, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Little-known trick: Crimp Pliers are handy for tucking in trimmed ends of wire when making wire-wr …

Create a pair of sparkling earrings for your favorite football fan! These take just 5 minutes, and a few basic jewelry tools. No glue required, either!This pair of earrings features a "12" charm, but you could also use a team-colored Preciosa rivoli at the bottom instead. Designer TipsPlace a crystal in a setting. Use chain-nose pliers to gently press each prong into place. (more info)Make 6 beaded head pins, with one sapphire bicone bead each. For instructions on making eye pin loops, …

Created by: Valorie Nygaard-Pouzar   Designer Tips  Determine placement of the stamped letters on metal charm, or paper.Carefully stamp the blank.Antique the charm so the impressions are more pronounced.Gently sand and polish.Attach to jump ring & chain.Make a pearl dangle, and slide onto the chain.For earrings, make two pearl dangles like the one for the necklace and attach to ear wires.Pendants for the bride and bridesmaids are elegant jewelry, as well as keepsakes that will last …