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Hootie and the Sodalites Earring Tutorial(Post)

Learn how to make stamped earrings using an owl stamp, copper findings and orange sodalite gemstones.Created by: Amy MickelsonDesigner TipsChoose a metal design stamp to fit the metal blank.Use tape t

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

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

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

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, Roun

M is for Monogram Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsFabricate the BRONZclay focal according to the manufacturer's instructions. Like many other metal clays, BRONZclay must be fired in a kiln. BRONZclay shrinks app

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

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 (st

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

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

Sunrise Succulents Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Veronica Greenwood     Designer TipsChoose the size of chaton to fit into the center of your succulent charm. Using the GS Hypo Cement add a little glue in the center of your charm and pla

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

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,

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

Garden Gate Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsFor step-by-step illustrated instructions for making this pair of earrings, see our Swarovski Dome Round Stone blog article.Suggested Supplies2 each #01-400-12-4

Spooktacular Necklace(Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #21-000-043-79 Black Stone Beads, 8x12mm Puffed Oval (strand)1 #20-928-1831 Miyuki Delica 11/0 Beads - Galvanized Silver Duracoat (Tube)1 #20

Enameled Yellow Submarine Tutorial(Post)

2018 was the 50th Anniversary of the Beatles' Yellow Submarine! Create your own yellow submarine using bright opaque vitreous (glass) enamels on copper sheet.  Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue   Designer

TierraCast Luna Moth Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Tracy Proctor of TierraCastDesigner TipsString 8mm gemstone pebble bead and 1 gold spacer onto head pin. Bend wire over at top of spacer and use round nose pliers to form a 1/8" simple loo

Red Bird Enameled Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsPosition and emboss pattern on blanks with the Big Shot Jewelry Studio and embossing die. (See Big Shot Embossing blog article)Counter-enamel the blank (fire th

Ring Around the Rosies Earring Tutorial(Post)

The TierraCast Dulce Vida rings are reversible, with a different design on each side. If you wish the earrings to match, face the rings in the same direction during assembly.Created by: Rita Hutchinso

Nature Inspired Riveted Earrings (Post)

Designed by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 2 #44-782-28-0 Copper Stamping Blank, Long Oval Drop, 41mm (Each)1 #43-147-00-4 Gold Plated Bead Caps, Flower, 6mm (12 Pieces)1 #69-971-01-5 J

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

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, 16mm

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 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

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

Spring Luna Necklace(Post)

Created by: PRESTIGE CrystalSuggested Supplies1 #49-965-69-AS TierraCast Luna Moth Pendant Link - Antiqued Silver Plated (Each)1 #06-106-CIGR16 PRESTIGE 6106 16mm Pear-Shaped Pendant Citrus Green2 #05

Bloodstone Adjustable Macrame Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Michelle Horning  Designer TipsFor step by step macramé knotting instructions, see our blog article: DIY Shamballa-Style Macrame Bracelet Tutorial.Beads can be strung onto the bottom of th

Bubble Wand - Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsCut a 10" piece of wire.To straighten and harden the wire, run the length of the wire through the nylon pliers.Use the ring mandrel to form a "bubble" loop (ours

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

Basketball Finals - DIY Team Colors Bracelet(Post)

C'est La Vie Finals BraceletWhether you defy history, or regularly make history, we've got your colors -- over 80 colors to choose from, and a nice variety of frame setting options.Created by: Polly N

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

Simple Leather Leaf Bracelet(Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #61-130-05-01 Greek Leather Cord, 1.5mm, 5 Meter - Natural (Each)2 #F1CC-6RNR Nunn Design Antique Copper-Plated Pewter 27mm Metal Tube Bead1

Macrame Marvelous Bracelet(Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #AMIET-7 TOHO Amiet Beading Thread, Teal (20 Meters/22 Yards)1 #20-106-221F TOHO Glass Seed Bead, Size 6, Frosted Bronze (Tube)2 #49-943-07-A

Coffee Break Bracelet(Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies1 #AMIET-15 TOHO Amiet Beading Thread, Auburn (20 Meters/22 Yards)1 #03-200-CGS8 PRESTIGE 3200 8mm Rivoli Sew-On Stone Crystal Golden Shadow (6 P

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

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 Sta

Sunset Ombre Necklace Tutorial(Post)

This necklace project uses Kato PolyClay™ to create a pretty ombre effect that's easy to display on cable chain, or another jewelry chain of your choice.Created by: Tiffany White Designer Tips Using a

Rainbow Crystal Mobile Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Kim Crosby, in the murky mists of Rings & Things' past... approximately 1979. Designer TipsWe were so excited when we discovered this VERY old project tutorial hiding in the archives broug

Extra Briolicious Necklace Tutorial(Post)

These sparkling, shimmering beads are beautiful and easy to use. This doesn't really count as a tutorial... really I just bought one of each color and strung them on a sleek black choker. I can trade

Ava's Big Day Bridal Set Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Valorie Nygaard-Pouzar   Designer Tips  Determine placement of the stamped letters on metal charm, or paper.Carefully stamp the blank.Antique the charm so the impressions are more pronounc

BeBop Blues Earrings Tutorial(Post)

This project uses Swarovski crystal pearls. Created by: Cindy MorrisDesigner TipsSince you only need to make simple loops and open/close jump rings, these earrings are a perfect project to make on the

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

Savannah Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Megan HoldenDesigner TipsClean the inside of the rivoli settings with alcohol swabs, and allow to dry.Place a small drop of adhesive into the cup of each setting and lightly but firmly pre

Cognitive Resonance Pendant Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue Designer TipsWhen scouring yard sales and 2nd-hand stores for old watches, try to pick up a wide variety of brands and eras, for the best variety of gears. Or look for bu

Easy as Pie Napkin Ring Tutorial(Post)

TierraCast's Wire Hoops aren't just for earrings and charm-holder pendants -- they're also a great size for napkin rings! Create autumn-themed napkin holders with TierraCast's limited-edition pumpkin

Mermaid's Wand Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Veronica GreenwoodDesigner TipsUsing the 26-gauge wire, make a large wrapped loop, attach the acetate stick and finish wrapping (see Jewelry Basics).Add one bead cap, one pearl and one apa

Go Fly A Kite Enameled Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer Melaas Designer TipsCarefully mark spots for holes, and use smaller end of EuroTool "helicopter" punch to add holes to corners of copper blanks.Clean the blank with Penny Brite per

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

Bermuda Blue Earrings(Post)

Created by: PRESTIGE CrystalSuggested Supplies1 #34-042-0-GM TierraCast Niobium Ear Wires w Round and Heishi Beads, Raw Sterling/ Black (pair)2 #49-958-73-AP TierraCast Antiqued Pewter Plated Jardin T

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