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Tschinkel's Circles Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsLay out a pattern on the blank bracelet. Free-hand, or using a ruler, mark each spot using an awl or an extra-fine point marker. (The heishi beads pictured ar

Chainmaille-Style Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsThis project has step-by-step illustrated instructions in our blog: How To Make Chainmaille-Style EarringsSuggested Supplies1 ounce (use 8 pieces) #37-178-1 Whit

Big Bold Pearls as Tassels - Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Sondra BarringtonDesigner TipsCut approximately 25" of cord, add a pearl, and tie a simple overhand knot at one end. Pull the knot tight, then pull the pearl up against this knot and add a

Fade To Black Skull Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer Melaas and Sondra BarringtonDesigner TipsFile the drop loops, to give the gluing surface more "tooth". See "Gluing to Metal" Technique Sheet below for additional gluing tips.Mix 2-p

Pleasant Dream Etched Barrette Tutorial(Post)

 Created by: Rita Hutchinson Designer TipsCut your metal sheet to desired size and use a file to round the corners and smooth all edges.Clean with Penny Brite® Copper Cleaner and scrubby until water s

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 dry. P

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 securely

Triple the Fun Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Swarovski's Create Your Style Design TeamDesigner TipsUsing alcohol wipes, clean both Palace Crimp Ends on the inside.Using the black suede lace, make a double overhand knot in the center.

Swinging Hearts Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Amy Scalise. Design by: Swarovski's Create Your Style Design TeamDesigner TipsThese earrings are inspired by the CREATE YOUR STYLE design: "Mother´s Day Earrings: Swinging Hearts".Cut two

Simple Teardrop Earrings(Post)

Designed by: Guest Designer Deb Floros Suggested Supplies 2 #06-000-11-20 PRESTIGE 6000 Tip-Drilled Teardrop Pendant, 11mm - Siam (Each) 1 #20-928-1831 Miyuki Delica 11/0 Beads - Galvanized Silver Du

Passage To India - Coin Earrings Tutorial(Post)

These verdigris coin earrings are a beautiful combination of metal and gemstones, with a hint of sparkle. This beginner project requires only a few basic jewelry-making tools and can be completed quic

Champagne Wishes and Mermaid Dreams Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Veronica Greenwood Designer TipsCut 6 inches of wire and make a small wrapped loop on one end. Make a small loop so the size 11 seeds do not go through.New to jewelry-making? For step-by-s

Patriotic Drops Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Amy ScaliseDesigner TipsUse the 1-Step Looper to create 36 (12 of each color) crystal pearl dangles.Cut two 1" pieces of chain and attach approximately 2 dangles per link directly onto the

Fun & Dangly Halloween Earrings (Post)

Designed by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 2 #44-048-33 Sterling Silver Skull & Crossbones Connector Charm (Each)1 #20-111-2224 TOHO Glass Seed Bead, Size 11, 2.1mm, Silver-Lined Purple

Moonlit Walk Ear Threads Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Veronica GreenwoodDesigner TipsThis design uses some of the palest sunstone beads on the mixed strand, but the color choices are up to you!Put one sunstone bead on your head pin. Using a w

Promise Pin Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie Valente Designer TipsUse 26-gauge wire to lash the beads to the pin back.Cut the chain into two pieces: 5-1/2" and 6-1/2" in length.Use 6mm jump rings to attach the chain to the pin

Industrial Ease Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Large-hole Pyrite Heishi and 14-gauge iron color Artistic Wire make these industrial-looking earrings a breeze to create.Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsCoil wire around largest portion of wra

Gypsy Dancer - Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsColorize the raw brass filigrees. (See Rings & Things blog post "Jewelry DIY - Colorizing Raw Brass Filigrees" for instructions.)Make a bead dangle and attach it

Ode to Bajor Ear Cuff Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Amy Mickelson Designer TipsCut chain pieces to desired length.Slip the chain ends under the last rhinestone links on each end of the rhinestone chain, and use chain-nose pliers to fold the

Tethered - Lanyard Tutorial(Post)

The key to making masculine jewelry is using masculine supplies and keeping it simple. Combine strong leather or waxed cotton cord with bone beads, metal beads, or glass trade beads and then add a bol

Moonrise Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer Melaas and Janet BoyingtonDesigner TipsStretch and wax 1 yard of thread.Using a size 12 needle, add Delica beads to the charm following the instructions in the free printable PDFs b

The Eye Has It Bracelet(Post)

Designed by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #W3QS-N43A Blue Eyed Focal Bead1 #20-115-989 TOHO Glass Seed Bead, Size 15, 1.5mm, Gold-Lined Crystal (Tube)1 #26-690-4 Gold-Filled Beads, R

Adjustable Anchor Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Veronica GreenwoodDesigner TipsCut two 18" pieces of leather.Fold one strand in half. Make a larks-head knot by feeding both ends through the loop on the anchor charm, then back through th

Bee Moody Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

The moody bee and sensitive side beads on this adjustable Shamballa-style macramé bracelet change color with slight temperature changes, like mood rings from the 70's!by: Michelle Horning   Designer T

Goddess Style Gemstone Bracelet (Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #21-888-954 Crazy Lace Calcite 8mm Round Gemstone Beads, Olive (strand)1 #61-813-19-80 Beadalon Beading Wire, 19 Strand, 0.015", 30' Spool -

Little Sprout Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsFor step-by-step illustrated instructions showing how to engrave the pendant, see Rings & Things blog post "Jewelry Making DIY – Make a Micro Engraved Pendant"Ne

All Black and White Earrings Tutorial(Post)

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

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

Infinite Path Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Kameron FoxDesigner TipsThese earrings and matching bracelet were created using the step by step instructions on page 92 ofBeautiful Wire Jewelry for Beaders: Creative Wirework Projects fo

Puppy Love Pin Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsThe Complete Metalsmith (#62-011) provides a useful chart for selecting saw blades. Or scroll down to the comments section of our "Tips for Sawing Sheet Metal wi

TierraCast Monstera Trio Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: TierraCastDesigner TipsCut cord into 3 12" pieces. String one button onto each cord, then string 3 hole bars and barrel beads. Position as desired, then lightly crimp barrel beads in place

Swarovski Crystal Candy Corn Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: The Swarovski Crystal design teamDesigner TipsCut wire into two equal pieces 18" long.Load onto one piece of wire: 13 Swarovski XILION Beads in Sunflower. Moving 6 beads off to one side, a

Aqua Flower Crystal Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Learn to make these sweet gold-filled chain tassel and link/hoop earrings, featuring Swarovski Edelweiss pendants, with parts that have been tested to work together!Created by: Tiffany WhiteDesigner T

Filigree Gemstone Fabulous Earrings (Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #44-150-9 30x22mm Gunmetal Filigree, Harvest (12 Pieces) 1 #21-464-893 4mm Diamond Cut Round Gemstone Bead - Fluorite AA - Color Band

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

Belle Starr Leather and Turquoise Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

  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 bea

Rainbow Lotus Earrings(Post)

Created by PRESTIGE CrystalSuggested Supplies1 #88-104-08-0 Vintaj Natural Brass Lotus Blossom Connector - 27x22.5mm (2 pcs)1 #05-000-SIALT8 PRESTIGE Crystal, #5000 Round Bead 8mm, Light Siam (1 Piece

Sonya Snow Skater Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Amy Mickelson   Designer TipsCut the metal sheet to the desired size. File the edges smooth and punch holes in corners and on the bottom. Sand the surfaces and clean.Place inked rubber sta

Dulce Vida Crystal Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDisclaimer: I can't take credit for this design -- I made it at TierraCast's Tucson 2019 Event, copied 93.6% from one of their examples. I love how many variations are pos

Fashion and Function Pin Cushion Ring Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Amy Mickelson Designer TipsCreate a cardboard template 2.5 times the diameter of the bezel (approximately 2.25" for this ring).Using a doubled 36" piece of sewing thread, knotted at one en

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 awesome fo

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 availab

TierraCast Bee Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: TierraCastDesigner TipsCut 20" of 1.5mm cord in your choice of color and cut again into 2 pieces, one 12" and one 8".Feed one open end of each cord through each end of honeycomb link (as s

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 the

Copper and Blue Beaded Necklace(Post)

Designed by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #21-888-950 Crazy Lace Calcite 8mm Round Gemstone Beads, Azurite (strand)1 #26-813-105 Copper Beads, Coin, Concentric Circles (strand)1 #26-8

Chakra Khan Ear Threaders Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Veronica Greenwood Designer TipsCut a piece of wire and make a wrapped loop on one end. Attach your loop to your ear thread. Add one purple (amethyst) bead to the wire and finish your loop

Edgy Elegance Necklace (Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #20-111-204 TOHO Glass Seed Bead, Size 11, 2.1mm, Gold-Lustered Montana Blue (Tube)1 #21-533-325 Electroplated Hematine Gemstone Bead, Triang

Frippery Soldered Frame Pendant Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Cindy MorrisDesigner TipsChoose 2 pieces of glass from the package and clean.NOTE: this design was created with 1.25" square glass, which is no longer available. 1" and 22mm replacements a

Sacred Curling Stone Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Amy MickelsonDesigner TipsUse 6 wavy disks with the dapping set, to create domed bead caps to fit the rotund trade beads. Flatten the rest with a nylon hammer to create 12mm brass heishi.S

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 instructions, se