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These earrings are inspired by Pantone's colors of the year for 2021, and pair nicely with the After Glow bracelet.Created by: Janet BoyingtonDesigner TipsCut a 5-inch piece of 24-gauge wire, and wire-wrap one end directly to the lotus charm. For step-by-step instructions on making wire-wrapped loops, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Add beads in desired pattern, and make wire-wrapped loop at the top. Trim excess wire, and carefully tuck loose ends in.Open loop on ear wire in a twisting motion, add …

Learn how to make this beautiful yoga bracelet featuring gemstone beads, rosewood mala beads, TierraCast spacers, and a Nina Designs lotus charm.Created by: Mollie ValenteSteps to Make this Yoga BraceletFor an illustrated version of these instructions, see Mollie's blog article.Measure and cut the Stretch Magic cord. Cord length should be wrist size plus 4".String the charm and position it in the middle of the cord. On each side of the charm, string one metal rondelle bead and one 5mm nugget hei …

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsCut approx. 2" of wire and make a simple loop or wire-wrapped loop at one end, but add the lotus flower charm before closing loop. Add 2 glass O beads, a crystal bead and 2 more glass O beads. Make a loop at other end, 90-degrees off from the first loop (or adjust with flat-nose pliers before adding ear wire). For step-by-step instructions on making wire loops and best way to open and close jump rings, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF)Slightly open loop on ear wi …

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 …

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsFor step-by-step instructions on crimping, wire wrapping and using jump rings, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Place a wire guard on the hammered round link.Crimp about 1 foot of Soft Flex wire through wire guard.String a bead cap, a 6mm crystal, a bead cap, 3 gemstone beads, a spacer, a 4mm crystal, a spacer, 3 gemstone beads, a bead cap, a 6mm crystal, a bead cap, a spacer, a 4mm crystal, and a final spacer.Use another wire guard and crimp tube, and crimp to …