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One 8" strand of 8mm large-hole gemstone beads is enough to make 3 bracelets just like this. In case dumortierite is out of stock, more gemstone ideas are linked below.Created by: Michelle HorningDesigner TipsFor step-by-step instructions on how to macramé a bracelet with this pattern, see our blog article: How to Macrame a Hemp Bracelet.Our original blog article is from 2013, and we wanted to make a fresh new bracelet for Earth Day, so we picked a TierraCast Earth button, large-hole Dumortierit …

As a graceful nod to the free-spirited Bohemian trend, we created a set of beautiful bracelets in softly muted hues: smoky quartz, warm gold, smoked topaz, antique brass, rose gold amber and iridescent green. We added the sparkle of Swarovski and the luster of Pyrite, and some swing with metal chain and thread tassels. The symbolism and metaphysical properties are protection.Created by: Sondra BarringtonDesigner TipsMeasure your wrist, and cut Stretch Magic an extra four inches to give you enoug …

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsFollow wire-wrapped loop instructions in Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF) to create wire-wrapped link sections with the crystal beads. Be sure to add the various components to your beaded links before finalizing each wire wrap! (Alternately, make simple loops, and /or use jump rings to connect the sections.)Use 24-gauge wire to link one Aurum (gold) crystal to bottom right of songbird and to 5" of chain.Use one gold crystal to link the other end of chain to bottom l …

The twisting curves and swirls of Laguna Lace Agate pair beautifully with TierraCast's "Infinity" link. 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 half to the link with a lark's head knot.Cut your working cord in half, too. Pick a side, begin knotting and work your way to the end, then repeat on other other si …

Created by: Kameron FoxDesigner TipsThese earrings and matching bracelet were created using the step by step instructions on page 92 ofBeautiful Wire Jewelry for Beaders: Creative Wirework Projects for all Levels (#62-879>62-879 ) by Irina Miech.Create four “S” shaped pieces using bail-making pliers and 18-gauge wire.File the ends smooth with a file and cup bur.Hammer the components flat.Before attaching the crystals, the bronze knots were tumbled for 3 hours to clean, shine and remove rough …

Created by: Sondra BarringtonDesigner TipsCreate the COPPRclay links according to the manufacturer's instructions. Like most other metal clays, COPPRclay must be fired in a kiln. COPPRclay shrinks approximately 20% from package to finished product.Use common household items to deeply texture clay.Apply WinOx with a cotton swab, allow to dry, and remove excess on high points with sanding sponges.Free Technique Sheets & How-TosBasic Jewelry-Making Technique Sheet (PDF)Suggested Supplies0.5 gr …

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: Michelle Horning  Designer TipsFor step by step macramé knotting instructions, see our blog article: DIY Shamballa-Style Macrame Bracelet Tutorial.Beads can be strung onto the bottom of the anchor cords before anchoring to the board, and slid into place as you workTight knots make it difficult to sew the tails back into them, and you can break your needle. You will most likely need to use pliers to get the needle through. Make sure to sew the tail back through the enti …

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDisclaimer: I can't take credit for this design -- I made it at TierraCast's Tucson 2019 Event, copied 93.6% from one of their examples. I love how many variations are possible, and how it sparkles in the Arizona sun!Designer TipsGlue crystal into 2-loop setting using Swarovski adhesive. Allow to dry.Cut 2 pieces of 2mm leather, each 5 to 7" long. (5" pieces will give you a very petite bracelet; 6"" for an average wrist.)Double a piece of cord, string through the but …

Designer TipsStamp "Love" or desired word or pattern on 19mm brass disk, and antique it using Novacan. (See Metal Stamping 101)Punch a hole near the top of both disks using the 1/16" side of the 2-hole punch, or your favorite plier punch.Dome the disk. See Blog Article: How to Dome and DapGive the domed disk a matte look using #0000 steel wool, or polish to a high shine with an Ultra polish pad.With one piece of wire, make a wrapped loop attached to the charm. Add a metal bead, crystal bead, and …