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Created by: Cindy Morris Designer TipsClose the hoop. Lash the rhinestone chain onto the hoop using Artistic Wire, wrapping around the hoop twice between each link of chain.Start and end the chain over the opening of the (now closed) hoop. Trim ends when done.The last link on each end will not lie quite flat, so tie the lark’s head knot over this spot to hide them.Make sure your cord lengths are equal before attaching cord ends and clasp.Free Technique Sheets & How-TosBasic Jewelry-Maki …

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 …

Delicate-looking filigree bead caps give this memory-wire bracelet the crowning touch. Created by: Rita Hutchinson Designer TipsAdd bead caps to each end of (2) 8mm fine rocks tubes and string each on a headpin; trim and loop. For step-by-step looping instructions, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Add bead caps to each side of (2) crystal pearls and string each on a headpin; trim and loop.Lay out desired pattern on bead mat. The pattern here adds bead caps to each crystal pearl and to the …

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 …

Created by: Valorie Nygaard-Pouzar   Designer TipsCarefully stamp the metal 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.Pendants for the bride and bridesmaids are elegant jewelry, as well as keepsakes that will last forever. For the bride's jewelry, see Ava's Big Day Bridal Set.    Free Technique Sheets & How-TosJewelry Basics 101 (PDF)Metal Stamping 101 (PDF …

Designer TipsGently squeeze the prongs on the rhinestone chain ends to prevent chipping.Attach 5mm jump ring to one end. (See Jewelry-Making Basics for best way to open and close jump rings.)Use smaller jump ring to attach chain end to clasp at other end.Customize in brass or silver too!Free Technique Sheets & How-TosBasic Jewelry-Making Technique Sheet (PDF)Suggested Supplies1 pkg of 10 [use 2] #46-339-30-9 Chain End, for #46-349-30 (Black Gunmetal)1 meter [use 7.25"] #46-349-30-042-9 Gunme …