Rings & Things Jewelry Blog

Created by: Cindy Morris Designer TipsThis exclusive Rings & Things wrapped leather bracelet kit contains everything needed to make one triple-wrap bracelet with parts to spare. It can also be worn as a necklace.Each kit contains detailed step-by-step instructions with photographs. Read the instructions thoroughly before starting.Also see: Blog post: How to make wrapped leather bracelets1 ea #45-204-010 Kit, Lashed Wrap Bracelet, Brown and Turquoise Blueor, see below to purchase in …

Leather continues to be a powerhouse material in jewelry fashions --especially bracelet design! Learn about various types of leather (from straps to cord to finished cuffs), and find tutorials and projects to make your own leather bracelets, handmade leather jewelry, and crafts. You can also shop our leather cord, leather straps, & leather bracelet blanks.Table of ContentsWorking with Strips of LeatherWorking with Leather Cuffs & WrapsWorking with Leather CordLeather Strips (a.k.a. Leath …

Created by: Veronica Greenwood   Designer TipsChoose the size of chaton to nestle into the center of your succulent charm. Using the GS Hypo Cement add a little glue in the center of your charm and place your chaton. Set aside to dry.Cut approximately 9" of leather.Slide one barrel bead and your button, onto the leather. Go back through your barrel bead, and using needle-nose pliers, crimp the barrel bead to create a secure loop at one end of the cord.Slide your three pearls onto the leathe …

The key to making masculine jewelry is using masculine supplies and keeping it simple. Combine strong leather or waxed cotton cord with bone beads, metal beads, or glass trade beads and then add a bold focal pendant. It is also a benefit if the jewelry has a utilitarian purpose.Here is my version of "men’s jewelry" -- an adjustable lanyard necklace made with guy supplies; it can be used to hold a decorative pendant or be more utilitarian as a key holder. Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsFo …

TierraCast's shimmering antique bronze leather, a hammer-textured spiral link, and shiny black rivets, combine to create a barrette that's perfect for Spring bonfires and Fall festivals. This securely riveted barrette project is quick and easy to make, and uses common tools that may already be in your craft room, or a relative's basement.  Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue   Designer TipsWrap one end of leather around end of barrette so it extends about 3mm past the hole on the underside o …