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Acetate Coin Charm, 20mm - Twilight (Each)
$0.64Acetate looks similar to Lucite (acrylic resin), but this form of plastic actually begins with acetic acid (also known as household vinegar), combined with various bases to give it the desired colors and texture. It's strong, lightweight, slightly... -
Antiqued Brass Plated Coil End, 4mm (gross)
$6.49To Use: Double the end of your cord. (Optional: Add a dab of glue.) Twist the cord slightly as you push it all the way into the coil end. Since cord width varies, so does the ease of this step. Crimp down the last half coil, securing the ... -
Antiqued Brass Plated Donut Bail, Hinged, 26mm Inner Diameter (72 pcs)
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Antiqued Brass Plated Spacer Bar, 3 Hole (gross)
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Antiqued Brass Snap Set, Large (10 Pieces)
$2.80See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. This video demonstrates how to use TierraCast rivets and snap caps. -
Antiqued Copper Plated Donut Bail, Hinged, 26mm Inner Diameter (72 pcs)
$14.04See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Cameo, Skeleton, 25x18mm (12 Pieces)
$7.78See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Earring Hoop Component, Crimp, 1.5" Round, Raw Brass (gross)
$7.31See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Gold Plated Curb Chain, 7.5mm, 10-meter (Spool)
$52.51The links on unsoldered chain can be opened with pliers, allowing for great design flexibility. See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for... -
Gold Plated Jewelry Clasp, Cast, S, Wrapped (72 pcs)
$11.78See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Goldstone Beads, Faceted Round, 4mm (strand)
$5.44Reddish-rust colored goldstone beads offer a brilliant flash with inclusions of copper crystals! Sometimes mistaken for orange-colored sunstone beads, these gemstone beads are actually manmade from glass with added copper salts. Through a unique cooling... -
Gunmetal Donut Bail, Hinged, 16mm Inner Diameter (72 pcs)
$11.67See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Gunmetal Donut Bail, Hinged, 26mm Inner Diameter (72 pcs)
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Leather Strip, 1/2" Wide - Black (Each)
$8.08See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Leather Strip, 1/2" Wide - Natural (Each)
$7.13See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Manmade Malachite Beads, Round, 12mm (strand)
$5.06Please see the Related Products links below for similar items, and more information about this stone. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Paua Shell Beads, 10x14mm Oval (strand)
$17.68Please see the Related Products links below for similar items, and more information about this stone. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Raw Brass 5-Hole Spacer Bar (gross)
$3.80See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Resin Flower, Vintage Rose, 45mm - Dark Blue (10 Pieces)
$2.30See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Silicone Resin Stud Earring Molds (pack)
$0.96See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Smoky Quartz Gemstone Bead, Faceted Round, 10mm (strand)
$11.25Brownish smoky quartz beads are almost always cut from rock crystal quartz that has been heat-treated to produce this coveted color (ours included). Tones of smoky quartz range from yellowish to deep translucent brown. Good specimens of natural untreated... -
Spike, Thin, 34x4.5mm (10 Pieces)
$0.68See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Sterling Silver Companion Ring 1.2mm Wide, Size 6 (Each)
$5.31Green Silver All our sterling silver items are nickel free. And this sterling silver item is even better! This item is made from environmentally responsible green silver. See Related Products links (below) for similar items and... -
Sterling Silver Stardust Companion Ring 0.8mm Wide, Size 4 (Each)
$4.30Green Silver All our sterling silver items are nickel free. And this sterling silver item is even better! This item is made from environmentally responsible green silver. See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional... -
White Plated Jewelry Clasp, Cast, S, Wrapped (72 pcs)
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Yellow Plated Split Key Rings, 32mm (10 Pieces)
$0.60See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
32x56mm Pewter/ Glass Pendant, Arrowhead, Embellished - Oyster/ Gold Plated (Each)
$3.60See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
44mm Diamond Aluminum Blank with Hole, 30-gauge (Each)
$0.29Aluminum blanks are an economical and fun alternative to sterling silver, and can be colored with Tim Holtz Adirondack alcohol inks or stamped with StazOn inks. These emboss beautifully with the Vintaj BigKick. Example shown was embossed with #69-325-006... -
Acetate Stick Drop Charm, 39x3mm - Light Tortoise (Each)
$0.64Acetate looks similar to Lucite (acrylic resin), but this form of plastic actually begins with acetic acid (also known as household vinegar), combined with various bases to give it the desired colors and texture. It's strong, lightweight, slightly... -
Antiqued Brass Plated Jewelry Clasp, Cast, S, Wrapped (72 pcs)
$9.82See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Antiqued Copper Plated Crimp End, Ribbon, 10mm (72 pcs)
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Antiqued Copper Plated Split Rings, 15mm (gross)
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Brass Blank, Circle with Circle Window (10 set pack)
$6.50These blanks require finishing, which might include decorating (stamping, gluing, etc.); adding holes; filing, sanding, or hammering the edges; polishing and/or antiquing. Raw brass is unplated brass that has been stamped out from a sheet on a punch... -
Brass Blank, Rectangular Door with Round Window (10 set pack)
$3.83These blanks require finishing, which might include decorating (stamping, gluing, etc.); adding holes; filing, sanding, or hammering the edges; polishing and/or antiquing. Raw brass is unplated brass that has been stamped out from a sheet on a punch... -
Brass Filigree, Small, Heart (12 Pieces)
$1.13Inexpensive and versatile! Most stamped charms are one-sided, lightweight, and either flat or slightly domed. Size given is height x width and includes loop (if applicable). Most loops are 0.8-1.2mm (inner diameter). To create an antiqued look on raw... -
Dyed Magnesite Gemstone Beads, Round, 8mm - Turquoise Color (strand)
$5.25Please see the Related Products links below for similar items, and more information about this stone. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Electroplated Hematine Gemstone Bead, Square Heishi, 3mm - Bronze (strand)
$3.63Please see the Related Products links below for similar items, and more information about this stone. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Gold Plated Ring/Connector Chain SPOOL, 9mm (5 meter)
$54.66Best Selling Item! The links on unsoldered chain can be opened with pliers, allowing for great design flexibility. Unfortunately, the manufacturer of this chain has closed. We are working on replacements! See Related Products links (below) for similar... -
Gold Plated Swivel Clip, Auto Close, Small, 22x9mm (12 Pieces)
$6.38See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Gunmetal Crimp End, Ribbon, 20mm (72 pcs)
$14.90See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Hemp Cord, 50gm Spool, 20lb Test - Red (Spool)
Hemptique$3.80See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Impression Jasper Gemstone Beads, Round, 10mm (strand)
$5.75Find related items below, and find out more about jasper in our Gemstone Index. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Leather Wrap Bracelet, 1/2" - Black (Each)
$7.23See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Leather Wrap Bracelet, 1/2" - Dark Brown (Each)
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Organza Drawstring Bag, 2x2.5" - White (10 Pieces)
$1.84See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Organza Drawstring Bag, 3x4" - Silver (10 Pieces)
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Paua Shell Beads, 10mm Square (strand)
$15.36Please see the Related Products links below for similar items, and more information about this stone. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Rhodonite Gemstone Beads, 12x36mm Faceted Oval (strand)
$6.50Please see the Related Products links below for similar items, and more information about this stone. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Seed Bead 6/0 Assortment Kit (Each)
$15.79See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Silicone Resin Pendants Mold (Each)
$3.71See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Silver Plated Bracelet, Cuff, Changeable (Each)
$6.80All of our sterling silver is nickel-free, cadmium free and meets the EU Nickel Directive. See Related Products links (below) for similar items, additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item, and general information about these... -
Silver Plated Necklace Shortener (12 Pieces)
$19.45See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Sodalite Gemstone Beads, Round, 10mm (strand)
$7.00Please see the Related Products links below for similar items, and more information about this stone. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
White Plated Oval Cable Chain Bracelet with Toggle, 7.5" (12 Pieces)
$5.74See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
1/2" Yellow Plated Brass Hinge with Screws (12 Pieces)
$2.27These small working hinges with moveable parts are the perfect hardware for jewelry designs! Use as multistrand connectors and dangles in steampunk jewelry, mixed media designs and memory jewelry. Or, use for their original purpose: to make your own... -
14ga Wire Choker, 17" - Gold Plate (12 Pieces)
$20.83See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
22ga Beadalon Memory Wire Coil, Large Oval Bracelet - Silver Plated Carbon Steel (.35ounce)
Beadalon$4.54This silver-plated Memory Wire is pre-formed into a large oval bracelet size, measuring 3 inches in diameter with 20 loops. Memory wire is strong and flexible, designed to hold its shape without the need for clasps. Simply string on beads and finish the... -
28mm Raw Brass Filigree, Square (12 Pieces)
$5.40Inexpensive and versatile! Most stamped charms are one-sided, lightweight, and either flat or slightly domed. Size given is height x width and includes loop (if applicable). Most loops are 0.8-1.2mm (inner diameter). To create an antiqued look on raw... -
42x16mm Pewter/ Glass Pendant, Arrowhead, Embellished - Southwest/ Gold Plated (Each)
$3.60See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
6mm, 1/4", Gothic Numeric, Number, Metal Stamps Set (Each)
The Beadsmith$7.96See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Aanraku Gold Plated Jewelry Bail, Cast, Small Heart (pack)
Aanraku$13.73Gluing Hints for Metal Findings Remember Murphy's Law! Before gluing or otherwise applying any chemical to every piece of your best customer's 1,000-piece order, we strongly recommend that you test the chemical(s) on a small sample of the... -
Amazonite Gemstone Bead, 6x4mm Faceted Rondelle (strand)
$10.13Please see the Related Products links below for similar items, and more information about this stone. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Antiqued Brass Snap Set, Small (10 Pieces)
$2.40See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. This video demonstrates how to use TierraCast rivets and snap caps. -
Antiqued Copper Plated Crimp End, Ribbon, 13mm (72 pcs)
$7.27See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Antiqued Copper Plated Toggle Clasp, Round, 20mm (12 Pieces)
$7.16These bar and ring sets can be clasped with one hand making them ideal for bracelets and watches. Please note: The last few beads you put near the clasp should be small, to make sure the bar will go all the way through the ring (making the clasp... -
Antiqued Pewter Awareness Ribbon Charm, Cast (100 Pieces)
$3.00See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Blue Crazy Lace Agate Gemstone Beads, 12x16mm Faceted Nugget with Large Hole (strand)
$8.60Crazy lace agate gemstone beads (sometimes known as fashion jasper beads) offer dramatic twisting and turning bands of color. The untreated, natural hues of these semiprecious gemstone beads most commonly consist of yellow and gray, sometimes with shades... -
Brass Blank, Heart with Circle Window (5 set pack)
$4.85These blanks require finishing, which might include decorating (stamping, gluing, etc.); adding holes; filing, sanding, or hammering the edges; polishing and/or antiquing. Raw brass is unplated brass that has been stamped out from a sheet on a punch... -
Centerline Half Moon Bracelet Link, 0.25x1" - Rhodium Plated (pack)
The Beadsmith$3.75Centerline™ Components by the BeadSmith are metal jewelry findings designed for use with size 11 Miyuki Delicas, but they can also be used as a foundation for 3D bead embellishment or wirelashing. When passing through Delica beads multiple times,... -
Centerline Rectangle Pendant Link, 8x35mm - Rhodium Plated (4 Pieces)
The Beadsmith$4.64Centerline™ Components by the BeadSmith are metal jewelry findings designed for use with size 11 Miyuki Delicas, but they can also be used as a foundation for 3D bead embellishment or wirelashing. When passing through Delica beads multiple times,... -
Endless Loom Bands, 7", Clear (pack)
The Beadsmith$4.45How to use the Deb Moffett-Hall Endless Loom: How to Choose the Correct Endless Loom Bands: See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. -
EURO TOOL Fume Extractor (Each)
EURO TOOL$53.95Not a full ventilation hood, but great for small spaces!See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Fired Agate Faceted Round Gemstone Beads, 6mm - Black/ White (strand)
$5.00Please see the Related Products links below for similar items, and more information about this stone. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Glass Bottle Charm, Diamond Shape - Pink (10 Pieces)
$5.00Glass Vial Information These can be used to display grains of rice, small gemstone chips, gold flakes, spices, volcanic ash, etc. When writing on rice, jasmine rice is recommended. Use a fine-tip, waterproof and fade-proof pen from an art store, or the... -
Gold Plated Coil End, 3x8mm, 1.7mm I.D. (gross)
$5.17To Use: Double the end of your cord. (Optional: Add a dab of glue.) Twist the cord slightly as you push it all the way into the coil end. Since cord width varies, so does the ease of this step. Crimp down the last half coil, securing the ... -
Gold Plated Crimp End, Ribbon, 20mm (72 pcs)
$21.97See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Gold Plated Lobster Clasp, Heart, 9x12mm (72 pcs)
$29.14See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Gold Plated Metal Beads, Large Hole Spacer, Bulk (gross)
$10.85See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Gold Plated Necklace Shortener (12 Pieces)
$18.75See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Gunmetal Cable Chain, 8mm by the FOOT
$4.40This style of chain by the foot is also available by the full spool.See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Gunmetal Coil End, 3x8mm, 1.7mm I.D. (gross)
$3.14To Use: Double the end of your cord. (Optional: Add a dab of glue.) Twist the cord slightly as you push it all the way into the coil end. Since cord width varies, so does the ease of this step. Crimp down the last half coil, securing the ... -
Gunmetal Coil End, 4mm (gross)
$6.49To Use: Double the end of your cord. (Optional: Add a dab of glue.) Twist the cord slightly as you push it all the way into the coil end. Since cord width varies, so does the ease of this step. Crimp down the last half coil, securing the ... -
ImpressArt Crystal Rivet Setting Kit (Each)
ImpressArt$9.00How to Set Crystal Rivets 1. Gather supplies: rivets, metal blank, leather, rivet setter, rubber mat and 5/32" hole punch (plus a 1/8" hole punch if the leather also needs to be punched). 2. Position the leather and metal... -
Manmade Opalite Glass Beads, Faceted Nugget, Long Drilled, 20x30mm (strand)
$25.50Please see the Related Products links below for similar items, and more information about this stone. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Matte Red Jasper Gemstone Beads, 4mm Round (strand)
$3.38Find related items below, and find out more about jasper in our Gemstone Index. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Organza Drawstring Bag, 4x6" - Silver (10 Pieces)
$3.30See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Paua Shell Beads, 10x14mm Teardrop (strand)
$17.68Please see the Related Products links below for similar items, and more information about this stone. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Paua Shell Beads, 13x18mm Oval (strand)
$23.12Please see the Related Products links below for similar items, and more information about this stone. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Prehnite Gemstone Beads, Faceted Round, 6mm (strand)
$12.75Please see the Related Products links below for similar items, and more information about this stone. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Raw Brass Fancy Spade Filigree
$0.30This raw brass filigree features a beautifully detailed fancy spade design with intricate openwork. Its lightweight and versatile construction makes it an excellent choice for a variety of jewelry projects. Shape/Style: Fancy Spade Filigree... -
Raw Brass Round Filigree
$0.30This raw brass filigree features a detailed round design with intricate openwork. Its versatile style and lightweight construction make it an excellent choice for a variety of jewelry projects. Shape/Style: Round Filigree Component Material: Raw... -
Resin Flower, Rose, 35x45mm - Assorted (fifty)
$9.98See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Resin Flower, Vintage Rose, 45mm - Purple (10 Pieces)
$2.30See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Resin Flower, Vintage Rose, 45mm - Red (10 Pieces)
$2.30See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Rock Crystal Quartz Gemstone Bead, Round, 8mm (strand)
$10.88Rock crystal quartz, the most common form of macrocrystalline quartz, is a clear quartz with a colorless, transparent, quiet beauty. We're told that our supply of rock crystal beads is natural, but occasionally we suspect we've been sold lab-grown... -
Rock Crystal Quartz Gemstone Pendant, Rough Point Set - Dark Rainbow (set)
$3.13Rock crystal quartz, the most common form of macrocrystalline quartz, is a clear quartz with a colorless, transparent, quiet beauty. We're told that our supply of rock crystal beads is natural, but occasionally we suspect we've been sold lab-grown... -
Silver Plated Changeable Pendant, Ball, 27mm (12 Pieces)
$23.05See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Silver Plated Metal Beads, Heishi-Style Disk, 8x1mm (gross)
$12.90See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Silver Plated Metal Beads, Round, 6.4mm (100 Pieces)
$1.96See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help! -
Silver Plated Rope-Textured Cable Chain, 7 & 10mm by the FOOT
$12.24This style of chain by the foot is also available by the full spool.See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help!