Rings & Things Jewelry Blog

  Created by: Mollie Valente   Designer TipsSeal the front and back of the images with Crafter's Pick™ The Ultimate adhesive or Mod Podge® to prevent the images from bleeding.To prevent the images from floating, glue them to the bottom of the bezel cups. Allow the glue to dry thoroughly prior to adding resin.Create a level surface for the resin to cure in the cuff links: Turn a cardboard box over and poke holes in the lid with a pen or other sharp object.Follow instructions in the Epox …

InstructionsMake simple beaded loops using the 2" eye pins and 10-18mm beads of your choice - see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF) for step-by-step instructions on making loops on head and eye pins.Using the 4mm bicone crystal beads, make 4 beaded head pins for 10-15mm bead, and add them to the bottom of each 10-15mm bead.Option #1: String crystal beads directly onto the wire instead of making bead dangles, and use your 6 favorite "days of Christmas" charms.String the top loop of each beaded drop onto a …

Created by: Amy Mickelson   Designer Tips  Center an approximately 12x18mm oval bead of your choice between 2 triangle spacers on a length of waxed linen cord. Tie overhand knots on each side of the spacers to hold the beads in place.Add two more equally spaced groupings of the oval beads and spacers on each side of the cord.Use an awl to help snug the knots against the beads.When attaching the cord to the eyeglass holders, use two crimps on each side for extra security, with crimp cov …

Created by: Toni PlastinoDesigner TipsNo tools needed!Simply unscrew the top of the pen, add the desired large-hole beads of your choice and screw the top back on!This pen is designed for artisan beads created on a 3/32" mandrel, and works with beads with a 2.5mm hole (or larger).Suggested Supplies1 ea #55-903-02 Pen, BeadPen1 bag of 100 [use 12] #26-890-03 Bead, Cast, Flower Spacer, 6x3mm -or-other large-hole beads.Calypso beads or other artisan / lampwork beads made on a 3/32" mandrel -or- Tro …

Created by: Kim Crosby, in the murky mists of Rings & Things' past... approximately 1979. Designer TipsWe were so excited when we discovered this VERY old project tutorial hiding in the archives brought over from our old website! We used to make these by the dozen and sold them to gift shops all over the Northwestern United States.For step-by-step (printable!) instructions, see the original project page.Although some links in the old project may be broken, we still have all the parts ne …

Pair the magic of books with the magic of a garden forever in full bloom!Created by: Liz GrafDesigner TipsTwist to open the loop on the eye pin, add dragonfly charm, and close loop. For most secure way to open and close loops and jump rings, and for instructions on looping the other end of the eye pin, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Add bead cap, bead, and other bead cap to eye pin.Create loop on other end, and add to bookmark.Enjoy using, selling or gifting your Garden Magic bookmark!Give the gif …

"Turn to Page 394" is a quote known to most Harry Potter fans. What will you put on your custom bookmarks?Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsThe stamp guides are tremendously helpful for keeping letters professionally spaced. This is my first project using them, but surely not my last!Stamp phrase of your choice, and enhance with Stamp Enamel.Add included ribbon, and embellish ribbon with a couple of beads.New to metal stamping? Download our free Metal Stamping 101 PDF, or see a summary on …

Created by: Toni PlastinoDesigner TipsCut desired images to size; place in picture frame. Fill organza bag with lavender, pull tight, add picture frame, and securely knot! Suggested Supplies1 dozen [use 1] #63-251-09 Bag, Organza, 4x3"1 each #55-700-13-7 Picture Frame, Hinged, House, 1.75x1"Tools#69-043 Tool, Scissors, Extra-Large LoopAdditional Supplies1/2 cup lavender, dried1 image cut to desired size …

Here's a great way to upcycle cool bottle caps from your favorite beverages! Collect them on vacation, and at family gatherings throughout the year, then turn them into vacation mementos, or birthday, Father's Day and Christmas gifts.Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsFor step-by-step illustrated instructions & tips, see our blog article:Upcycling Bottle Caps into Refrigerator Magnets.Suggested Supplies#30-580 18mm Round Magnets#60-230 Epoxy 330, or your favorite 2-Part EpoxyOther Supp …

Created by: Amy MickelsonDesigner TipsSize and cut an image to fit the glass tile.Use a paintbrush to apply the Inkssentials™ Glossy Accents to seal and affix the image to back of the glass tile. Once dry seal the backside of the image.Glue the pendant finding bail to the back, once the backside is dry.Center the pendant on a 16-20" piece of wire and add beads of your choosing to each side.Wrap the wire around the neck of the mason jar, spacing out beads around the neck. (The original beads show …