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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
Pearls and Swirls Earrings Tutorial(Post)Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsCreate two BRONZclay™ charms according to the manufacturer's instructions. Like most metal clays, BRONZclay must be fired in a kiln. BRONZclay shrinks approxima
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 Foldfo
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 onto the
Fire Cracker Crystal Bracelet Tutorial(Post)With this Fire Cracker bracelet, there is NO CHANCE you will not stand out at any Independence Day gathering, even with social distancing. This exquisite piece of jewelry is very easy to make, but it
Threads of September - Earrings Tutorial(Post)Channel-set Cubic Zirconia charms make it easy to create elegant linear jewelry. However, most colors and sizes (other than basic diamond clear) are out of production... get them while you can!Created
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 the
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 loop
Poppy Field Pendant Necklace Tutorial(Post)Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsSelect and clean two matching glass pieces.Select an image and cut it to match the glass shape and size.Carefully wrap the glass with copper-foil tape. To create
Noble Fir Necklace Tutorial(Post)Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsCreate a COPPRclay™ pendant following the manufacturer's guidelines included with the clay and your kiln.Mollie made her own pattern sheet by taking a piece of t
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
Craft Beer Can Belt Buckle Tutorial(Post)Upcycle a craft beer can, or any aluminum can with awesome graphics, into a custom belt buckle. Great gift for a craft beer aficionado!Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsParts are listed below.For
Sundance Bolo Tie Necklace Tutorial(Post)Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsFor step-by-step illustrated instructions to make the Sundance Bolo Tie Necklace, see our blog post: How to Make a Silk Ribbon and Cameo Bolo Tie NecklaceHelpful
Sun Tea Enameled Pendant Necklace Tutorial(Post)Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsClean the blank with Penny Brite per package instructions. Rinse thoroughly and avoid touching further.Spray klyr fire onto blank, and sift on a base coat of wh
Springtime Serenade Bracelet Tutorial(Post)Created by: Veronica Greenwood Designer TipsPlace one 10mm crystal into one bezel setting and use needle nose pliers to gently bend prongs over crystal. Repeat for all five colors.Using the 24 gauge
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
Golden Halos Earrings Tutorial(Post)Due to the popularity of 10mm cushion square settings, we've included links to alternate styles below in case the primary setting used in the Golden Halos earrings is temporarily unavailable. Created
Tiny Living Terrarium Necklace Tutorial(Post)Created by: Summer Melaas Designer TipsAdd about 1/2" of soil, a small amount of moss, then sedum or other tiny succulents to a glass bottle charm. Total dirt/moss should be about 3/4". Mist very li
Enameled Orchid Eye Tutorial(Post)Created by: Mollie Valente Make your Enamel DiskUse the dapping set to dome the copper blank. (See Rings & Things blog post: How to Dap and Dome Metal Jewelry.)Fire the concave (back side) of the copp
Swirly Hammered Wire Rings Tutorial(Post)Created by: Michelle HorningDesigner TipsSee Rustic Wire Ring blog article for illustrated step-by-step instructions for making this style of ring.Hide the cut ends of the finer gauge of wire, on the
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 of glue in
Wavy Gravy Necklace Tutorial(Post)Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsThis simply strung repeating pattern necklace has a finished length of 18"". The wavy disk beads give the design extra dimension and texture.For step-by-step
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 Guid
Pawrific Enamel Necklace Tutorial(Post)Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsPunch a hole in the top corners of your copper blank. File any sharp bits.Clean your blank very well with warm water and Penny Brite.Cut your 22 ga bare copper wi
Sunset Ombre Earrings Tutorial(Post)This earring project uses Kato PolyClay™ to create a pretty ombre effect that's easy to add to ear wires.Created by: Tiffany White Designer TipsUsing a craft blade, cut each of 3 colors of polymer cla
Gentle Souls Bracelet 3 Tutorial(Post)As a graceful nod to the free-spirited Bohemian trend, we created a set of beautiful bracelets in softly muted hues: smoky quartz, warm gold, smoked topaz, antique brass, rose gold amber and iridescen
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
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
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 ord
Stars and Stripes Earrings Tutorial(Post)Created by: Kayla HeflingDesigner TipsAttach the French clip to the eye pin. See Basic Jewelry-Making Technique Sheet (PDF) for best way to open and close loops.Add bicones and briolette crystal to th
La Terre Threader Earrings Tutorial(Post)Created by: Summer Melaas Designer TipsOpen a jump ring.New to jewelry-making? See Basic Jewelry-Making Technique Sheet (PDF) for most secure way to open and close jump rings.Add an opal charm to the
Patterned Wire Earrings Tutorial(Post)Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue Designer TipsMeasure, mark and cut patterned wire to desired length.File ends smooth with slightly rounded corners, so the wire pieces match the curve of the disks.Use
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 p
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
Lu Star Earrings Tutorial(Post)Created by: The Swarovski Crystal CREATE YOUR STYLE Design TeamDesigner TipsUsing one eye pin, attach one Chinese Lu Charm to the bottom.Slide on one 6mm gold bicone crystal, one 10mm Rouge pearl, and
TierraCast Monstera Bracelet Tutorial(Post)Created by: TierraCastDesigner TipsPre-stretch cord. Attach center of cord to button shank with Larks-Head knot, then tie overhand knot.* String nugget spacer onto both cord ends then tie second knot
Gear Head Bobby Pin Tutorial(Post)Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue Designer Tips Always wear safety glasses when cutting, drilling or punching.The bobby pin is a little heavier gauge than recommended for the punch, so use a drill press
Circles in the Sand Necklace Tutorial(Post)This is a lovely summery design with secure wire-wrapped links, and can also double as November birthstone jewelry (citrines) or June (pearls).Created by: Veronica Greenwood Designer TipsUsing a 12"
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"".On one end
Have It Your Way | Earrings Tutorial(Post)Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue I couldn't decide whether I liked the longer earrings, or the shorter (layered) design - so I went with both! The shorter design would also be great as a pendant (with
Simply Gorgeous Pearl Earrings Tutorial(Post)Simple, yet gorgeous: These earrings were a big hit, as part of our "basics" series of local jewelry-making classes. They are simple to make, and are a perfect Christmas, sweet-16 or Valentine's Day g
Laguna Lace Infinity Bracelet Tutorial(Post)The twisting curves and swirls of Laguna Lace Agate pair beautifully with TierraCast's "Infinity" link. Created by: Michelle Horning Designer TipsFor step by step macramé knotting instructions, see ou
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
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,
Trilogy of Treats with no Tricks - Earrings Tutorial(Post)3 fun pairs of Halloween earrings created by: Swarovski's Create Your Style Design Team (slightly modified by Rings & Things to replace discontinued items.)Designer TipsFor the black cat earrings, add
Independence Day Fireworks Earrings Tutorial(Post)Mix & match your favorite shades of red, white and blue -- we used Siam, Light Siam, Alabaster, Opal, Sapphire and Capri, but linked in a few other shades below as well.Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDe
Transylvanian Visitor Pin Tutorial(Post)Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsLaminate or seal the image with Crafter's Pick™ The Ultimate adhesive.Glue the image onto the blank "back" with the Crafter's Pick.Use side cutters to remove pa
La Fortuna Earrings Tutorial(Post)Created by: Summer Melaas Shimmering, sparkling seed beads and Swarovski crystals cascade from a 12kt GF hoop, in these earrings that are inspired by the Costa Rica colors from Swarovski's Crystals Ar
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
Remember to Breathe Bracelet Tutorial(Post)TierraCast's "Breathe" link pairs perfectly with dumortierite, which is frequently used to release fear, bring courage into one's life, and boost creativity and expression. Created by: Michelle Horni
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