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Silver Sea Urchin Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue Designer Tips Memory wire is steel, and unkind to most jewelry tools.Use heavy-duty flush cutters to cut the desired length: Most memory wire bracelets are 3-5 ...

Jewelry-Making Materials(Post)

We strive to provide you with clear, honest information, in a complicated and ever-changing world of jewelry-making materials.Our products are made of over 500 different materials (various semi-preci ...

Rubber Tubing Necklace and Memory Wire Bracelet Set (Post)

Designed by: Guest Designer Deb Floros Suggested Supplies 1 #61-622-02 2mm Rubber Cord, Bulk, for Jewelry , 10 meters - Black (33 Feet) 1 #26-815-117 Silver Plated Metal Beads, Spacer, Coi ...

After Glow Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

These colors are inspired by Pantone's colors of the year for 2021, and pair nicely with the Optimistic Hope bracelet and After Glow earrings.Created by: Janet BoyingtonDesigner TipsLay out beads on ...

An Ode to Ojo Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Lindsey GreenDesigner TipsBrushing steel wool lightly over the copper blanks gives them a nice shine and textured look.Free Technique Sheets & How-TosBasic Jewelry-Making Technique Sh ...

Metals(Post)

Jump directly to illustration of gold-fill vs. gold plate.What are Elements and Alloys? Metals can be elements or alloys. Elements are the basic building blocks of chemistry. Examples of elements: Ox ...

Nickel-Free Metals Information(Post)

What is "Nickel Free"?The term "nickel free" can be confusing since jewelry marked nickel free is still allowed to contain a very small amount of nickel ... but it is such a tiny amount that it takes ...

Nickel-Free Metals(Post)

What is "Nickel Free"?The term "nickel free" can be confusing since jewelry marked nickel free is still allowed to contain a very small amount of nickel ... but it is such a tiny amount that it takes ...

J is for January - Birthstone Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Janet BoyingtonDesigner TipsPlace your charm on a steel block, and use a brass hammer and letter of your choice to stamp the monogram / initial. New to metal stamping? See Metal Stamping ...

Sparkle & Shine Fabulous Bracelet(Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 3 #05-950-LAMCPS8S PRESTIGE 5950 8mm Light Amethyst and Crystal Paradise Shine Fine Rocks Tube Bead with Stainless Steel Ending1 #20-226-902 M ...

The View Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Cindy MorrisDesigner TipsStamp front piece first (I used the "l" to make diagonal lines on the window frame). Flatten. Patina with Win-Ox™ and clean with steel wool.Clean back piece with ...

October Ombre Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsTexture and stamp the sterling heart with ribbon design stamp. New to metal stamping? See step-by-step instructions in our free Metal Stamping 101 PDF.Apply st ...

TierraCast Luna Moth Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: TierraCastDesigner TipsCut a 6" piece of fine beading wire. String one hex spacer and a size 1 crimp bead onto both ends, forming a 1/4" loop at the center of the wire (this will be the t ...

Summer Rain Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Veronica GreenwoodDesigner TipsPlace a wire guard on the round link and crimp a 10-inch piece of flex wire through the wire guard (see Jewelry Basics 101 - PDF).String one each in this or ...

My Blue Heaven Choker Necklace Tutorial(Post)

This short 16.5" necklace can also be double-wrapped and worn as a chunky bracelet.Created by: Mollie Valente Designer TipsUse a steel burnisher to carefully smooth (burnish) the prongs down ont ...

Black & White Gemstone Necklace(Post)

Designed by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #61-413-49-87 Beadalon Beading Wire, 49 Strand, 0.013", 30ft - Bright Steel (Spool)1 #21-000-043-79 Black Stone Beads, 8x12mm Puffed Oval (s ...

Exotic Statement Necklace (Post)

Designed by: Guest Designer Deb Floros Suggested Supplies 1 #88-400-003-5 58x50mm Pewter Connector, Large U-Shape Link - Antiqued Silver Plated (Each) 1 #21-883-052 Natural Agate Gemstone Beads, Rou ...

Joyful Summer Vinyl Bead Jewelry(Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #22-535-74 Trade Beads, Vinyl, Heishi, 6mm - Green (strand)1 #22-535-50 Trade Beads, Vinyl, Heishi, 3mm - Pink (strand)1 #22-535-63 Trade Be ...

Solje Style Wedding Earring Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Amy MickelsonDesigner TipsUse jump rings to attach the oval charms to the loops on the filigree connector.Connect the filigree to the loop on the earring post with a 4.5mm jump ring.The f ...

All Gender Friendly Tribal Style Necklace(Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #21-898-710 Fired Agate Gemstone Beads, 8mm Faceted Round - Green w White Stripes (strand)1 #20-111-990 TOHO Glass Seed Bead, Size 11, 2.1mm ...

Red, White and Blue Sparklers Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Need a little patriotic sparkle? This sweet bracelet is a brilliant red, white and blue sparkler for your wrist on Independence Day or any time of year. Bonus: it's easy to swap out the charms for ot ...

Craters of the Moon Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Learn simple but effective techniques to hammer-texture and dome metal disks to create beautiful handmade earrings.Created by: Mollie ValenteHammer and Dome the BlanksPlace a Vintaj blank on the stee ...

Easy Connector Earrings(Post)

Designed by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #A1G4-M9X Flat Back Rhinestones ss16 (4mm) - Light Siam (288pcs)4 #49-951-10-3 JBB Findings Silver Plated Jewelry Connector, Cloverleaf, 16m ...

The Imp Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsPlan out design, and stamp words and symbols. ("I Drink and I Know Things" is a quote from Game of Thrones, and the colors used here are the colors of house La ...

Sunny Day Skull Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsCreate skull dangles and outer-circle Size 6 E bead dangles with headpins, corrugated beads, and seed beads.For step-by-step direction on making head pin loops ...

Bowl of Peaches Earrings - Tutorial(Post)

Learn to make sweet earrings with a dapped set of disks in sterling and copper. A tumbler REALLY gets these domed disks shiny! They are reflecting so much light back, that the Rose Peach crystals loo ...

Tassel and Sparkle - Simple Charm Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Chain bracelets adorned with a simple charm continue to be popular. You can customize this design by using a different colored Swarovski rivoli stone, different styles of chain, or tassels made of di ...

Space Needle Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie Valente Designer TipsCut wire in half. File ends flat and straight before beginning to hammer, for a more symmetrical paddle head. Hammer a flat paddle on one end of the wire and f ...

Fade To Black Crystal Pendant Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner Tips Arrange stones from lightest to darkest.Set first rivoli in top setting, pressing the bezel into place to hold the stone firm. Bending the bezel where the sec ...

Red, White and Blue Sterling Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsCenter a stone in a setting and gently squeeze prongs in (with your hands or pliers) working from opposite sides to keep the stone centered. Once the prongs ...

April Love - Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Sondra Barrington How can I customize thee? Let me count the ways...  Designer Tips  Chain bracelets adorned with a simple heart charm continue to be popular. The sterling silve ...

DIY Adjustable Bangle Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

This style of bracelet is a great one-size-fits-all design. OK, so technically the same bracelet size won't fit both a petite 6-year-old and a Samoan warrior, but odds are that you can determine one ...

Sparkling Squares Earring Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsPlace a crystal stone into the setting. Use a burnishing tool to gently press the bezel down on all sides of the crystal. Use the burnisher to smooth all sides o ...

Swarovski Trio of Opulent Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Modified from designs created by Swarovski's Create Your Style Design Team. February 2022 update: We still have many of the baroque pearls from Swarovski's 2020 launch in stock, and they're awes ...

Sparkling Squares Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsPlace a crystal stone into the setting. Use a burnishing tool to gently press the bezel down on all sides of the crystal. Use the burnisher to smooth all sides o ...

Double Wrap Hammered Rings Tutorial(Post)

Depending on the beads you use, this quick and easy unisex design can go from frilly and feminine to macho and masculine.Created by: Michelle HorningDesigner TipsFor step-by-step instructions, see th ...

Blue Valentines Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsPlace a Swarovski square cushion stone in the bezel setting. Firmly hold the bezel setting (or work on a rubber block). Use the burnisher to carefully push the ...

Jewelry Safety: Lead Content Classifications(Post)

At Rings & Things, we work hard with manufacturers and testing agencies to ensure that our products meet the requirements of California's lead-in-adult-jewelry law, the most stringent law in the ...

Crystal Tree Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Designer TipsAdd a smoky quartz cube bead to the head pin, then add the largest fern green margarita bead, then 1 each of the rest of the margarita beads in decreasing size order, and top with the me ...

Crimson and Gray Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: The Rings & Things Showroom TeamDesigner TipsStamp the tag with 3mm letter stamps. For longer team names, use a larger tag or smaller set of stamps. See Metal Stamping 101 for detaile ...

Golden Buzzer Charm Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Janet BoyingtonDesigner TipsThis 10mm charm is perfect for showcasing a 6mm stamped impression.Gold-fill is harder than sterling or pewter, but not as hard as nickel silver.Place your cha ...

Metal Stamping 101(Post)

Make your own custom charms, pendants, connectors, tags and more! Metal stamping is not only the latest craze — it's also a lot of fun and gives you design freedom. Plus, handcrafted metal components ...

Luna Pearl Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsPlace 1 larimar bead, 1 bead cap, and 1 faceted pearl bead on a thin ball-end pin. Wrap it to the tail of the luna moth. New to jewelry-making? See Jewelry Basic ...

Sweet Skull Pendant Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsUsing ball-end head pins, make 8 beaded loop dangles in flowery colors. Use one metal rondelle on each side of the crystal bead for fuller dangles. Wrapped loo ...

GO TEAM! Seahawks Colors Key Ring(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsAdd a jump ring to the football charm. For best way to open and close loops, see Jump Ring Hint in Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF)Slide the team color charms and th ...

Amethyst Cascade Earring Tutorial(Post)

Necklace ends can be used for things other than securing multistrand necklaces. This project uses necklace ends as a design element in cascading chain earrings.Amethyst is February's birthstone, maki ...

Celebrations Day of the Dead Tutorial(Post)

Celebrations Day of the Dead bracelet depicts the musical side of this holiday. The beautiful TierraCast musical charms nicely offset the Swarovski Crystal Mystic Black pearls.Created by: Swarovski's ...

Sand Dollar Leather Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

This stylishly simple bracelet looks great worn alone, or with other bangles or leather bracelets.  Created by: Sondra Barrington   Designer TipsCut leather flush after measuring. Use a dab ...

Jet Scarab Copper Ring Tutorial(Post)

Depending on the beads you use, this quick and easy unisex design can go from frilly and feminine to macho and masculine.  Created by: Michelle Horning   Designer TipsFor step-by-step instr ...

Constellation Pendulum Pendant Tutorial(Post)

Make this constellation pendant with crystal head pins and ball-end head pins for different sizes of stars, using Swarovski Ceralun Ceramic Epoxy Clay.Created by: Sondra BarringtonDesigner TipsBegin ...

Easy Mothers Day Bracelet Project(Post)

Need a personalized bracelet in a FLASH? Whether you make jewelry for yourself, or for sale, these expandable bracelets are super easy to customize.Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner Tips No tools ...

When the Day Met the Night(Post)

Created by: Tricia Van LeuvenShimming moonstone, sparkling Metallic Sunshine crystal, and Mystic Black pearls make a perfect set of jewelry for the next solar Eclipse. Try subbing malachite, azurite ...

Love Lifted Me - Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Supplies listed will make a 7"" bracelet from end to end.Created by: the Swarovski Create Your Style Design TeamDesigner TipsAttach an approximately 5mm jump ring to the Spiral Heart charm and set as ...

Go Go Go! Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Go Go Go! Green Light Earrings"If it was any greener, you'd have to mow it!"Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsArrange stones to your liking.Set first rivoli in top setting, pressing the bezel i ...

Oval Constellation Pendant Tutorial(Post)

Make this constellation pendant with crystal head pins and ball-end head pins for different sizes of stars, using Swarovski Ceralun Ceramic Epoxy Clay.Created by: Sondra BarringtonDesigner TipsBegin ...

Trisha Earrings Tutorial(Post)

If you've never set faceted stones before, tube settings are a great way to get started.Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsGolden Topaz is November's birthstone, and sparkling 4mm CZs are availa ...

Kraken Belt Buckle Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Elisabeth ValenteDesigner TipsConsider taking a jewelry-making class through a local college or art school. The Complete Metalsmith by Tim McCreight and Simple Soldering: A Beginner's Gui ...

Tamed Urchin Ring Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsCenter the stone in the ring setting and gently squeeze in prongs (with your hands or pliers) working from opposite sides to keep the stone centered. Once the ...

Sparkling Soiree Wine Charms Tutorial(Post)

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 ...

Aqua Love Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Cindy MorrisDesigner TipsString necklace and finish ends following directions in Beading Cable How-To Sheet below. Use Wire Guardians for a professional finish at the ends of yo ...

Happy Hour Wine Glass Markers Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Janet BoyingtonDesigner TipsCreate stamped charms using Monogram stamp set. New to stamping? See Metal Stamping 101 for an overview, or download our step-by-step PDF stamping guide.Use St ...

Pretty in Pink Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: The Swarovski Design Team Designer TipsFor best way to open and close loops, see Jump Ring Hint in Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF). Suggested Supplies1 6-pack #02-088-34-182  ...

Optimistic Hope Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

The pictured design is a 9" bracelet, a good size for most men. These colors are inspired by Pantone's colors of the year for 2021, and pair nicely with the After Glow bracelet and earrings.Created b ...

Having a Ball Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Valorie Nygaard-Pouzar   Designer Tips  Measure the distance from the centermost point of the ball chain (this size is .25") and mark the increments on the back of the leather b ...

Spiders and Skulls Jewelry Set Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Liz GrafDesigner Tips - For Necklace:String crystals, skull beads, and beads on beading cable. Finish each end with a crimp tube and wire protector.Attach spider charms with jump rings to ...

Grey Days Earrings(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsPlace Cushion Stone in Setting, pressing the bezel into place to hold the stone firm. Bend the prongs down from alternate sides to keep the stone centered. Use ...

Polynesian Sunset Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita Hutchinson   Designer TipsFor step by step instructions on making loops, see: Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).String beads in random pattern in varying 3 to 5" lengths on beading ...

Page 394 Bookmark Tutorial(Post)

"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 ...

Fold-Formed Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsJewelry Lab: 52 Experiments, Investigations and Explorations in Metal has a great tutorial on fold forming. Plus of course, Charles Lewton-Brain's book Foldf ...

Happy Octopus Bangle Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

  Created by: Mollie Valente   Designer TipsFor a step-by-step tutorial with images for this project, see the blog post: How to Make an Expandable Wire Bangle Bracelet.Use heavy-duty cutter ...

Pumpkin on the Vine Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsMake 2 matching spiral head pins. Follow the steps from the Rings & Things blog post "How to Make Spiral Head Pins.Add the following beads to a spiral head ...

Disco Soul Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Dance the night away with shining faux kabibi disks, sparkling faceted gemstone beads, and sassy, swinging chain.  Designer TipsCut five pieces of chain: three 3.5"", one 4"" and one 4.25"" ...

4th of July Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsCenter a stone in a setting and gently squeeze prongs in (with your fingers or pliers) working from opposite sides to keep the stone centered. Once the prong ...

Wire Jewelry 101(Post)

Jewelry making wire gives you endless choices in creativity! Still, it's easier to get started once you know a few basic tips and terms that will help you determine what type of wire to use for your ...

Twilight Tide Pool Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner Tips Memory wire is steel, and unkind to most jewelry tools. Use heavy-duty flush cutters to cut the desired length: Most memory wire bracelets are 3-5 coils. Th ...

Blushing Bride Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

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 str ...

Rough Around The Edges Hoop Earrings Tutorial(Post)

A drawplate is excellent for hardening soft wire without making it brittle, so custom ear wires and handmade hoops are springy and keep their shape.Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsCut a lengt ...

Spiral Skull Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Use memory wire to create your own ear wires!Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsUse heavy-duty flush cutters to cut 2 equal lengths of memory wire.Form a loop at one end using sturdy round-nose ...

Goodnight Moon Pins Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue Designer TipsCut loops off the moon charms and file smooth.For one pin, antique the brass components and bar pin with Win-Ox™ before assembling. Allow the parts to ...

Twilight Earrings Tutorial(Post)

The Swarovski crystal cushion square in Heliotrope is not always available, but we love this simple, versatile project design -- and Amethyst AB is so pretty, that we've linked in some alternate sugg ...

Moonshine Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsPunch a hole in the top center of each mason jar blank (available in copper, brass and sterling silver). If desired, tumble-polish or sand the blanks to remove a ...

Safe Journey Pendant Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie Valente   Designer TipsTo add texture, place the metal blank on the steel block and use the ball end of the hammer to make a lightly hammered surface.After hammering, the meta ...

Go West Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsMaking the Pendant:Cut the handle loop of the heart charm and file smooth.Mark hole locations with a Sharpie®, and use the hole punch to make two 1/16th-inch ha ...

La Fleur Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita Hutchinson Designer Tips This design uses 16 crystal bicones (2-3 of each color linked below).Knotting can be done by hand or with a cord knotter. The key to good knotting ...

Campfire Skies - Riveted Barrette Tutorial(Post)

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 securel ...

Starry Night - Constellation Jewelry(Post)

Created by: Summer MelaasSo many options for Constellation necklaces!Pick your favorite blank (something thick, like 16-gauge).Find a constellation that you like. For a good star map, search the web, ...

Choosing Clasps & Finishing Methods(Post)

Are you asking yourself "What clasp should I use for my bead stringing, wire lashing, kumihimo, multi-strand, chunky chain, awesome creation?"  There are 100's of options, and the "correct" answ ...