Rings & Things Jewelry Blog

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 …

Create a pair of sparkling earrings for your favorite football fan! These take just 5 minutes, and a few basic jewelry tools. No glue required, either!This pair of earrings features a "12" charm, but you could also use a team-colored Preciosa rivoli at the bottom instead. Designer TipsPlace a crystal in a setting. Use chain-nose pliers to gently press each prong into place. (more info)Make 6 beaded head pins, with one sapphire bicone bead each. For instructions on making eye pin loops, …

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue   Designer Tips3 sunny shades of orange crystal bicones cascade in a warm ombre waterfall, from Vintaj hammered brass rings.Make wire-wrapped loops using ball-end head pins and 10 crystal beads, then use large jump rings to cascade them from the Vintaj® ring.Gently slide the jump rings onto the hammered Vintaj ring, so you don't scratch the ring with the open edge of the jump rings.For tips on creating wire-wrapped loops and the best way to open and close jump …

  Created by: Mollie Valente   Designer TipsStart with extra leather and thread, cutting off any excess is better than not having enough.For security, add additional stitches on the first and last beads.Stay focused, the figure-eight stitching is easily done, but it is also easy to make a mistake.Use the two-hole punch to make two opposing holes, thus turning the wavy disk into a button.For added adornment, use oval jump rings to attach themed charms.Free Technique Sheets & How-Tos …

Created by: Amy MickelsonDesigner TipsThis design uses the TierraCast hook clasp as a design element on the earrings rather than as a necklace or bracelet clasp.To avoid breakage, gently close the bails on the crystal pendants with your fingers.Slide the bail and crystal over the hook clasp, and gently squeeze the clasp closed so the bail won’t fall off.Design Option: Change the look by using a different color or size crystal spike.This project is inspired by CREATE YOUR STYLE’s "Hooked on Spike …