116 results for '12mm round bead'

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White Heart Beaded Necklace & Bracelet (Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #22-111-09-07 Trade Beads, White Heart, 4-5mm - Green (strand)1 #20-111-174 TOHO Glass Seed Bead, Size 11, 2.1mm, Transparent-Rainbow Lt Hyac

Mixed Metal Beaded Scallop Bracelet(Post)

Designed by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 3 #26-750-25-4 TierraCast Double Hammered Baule Bead - Gold Plated (Each)1 #26-840-36-AC Antique Copper Plated Shallow Bead Cap, 4.2mm - Speci

Peaceful Bracelet(Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #28-684-196 Handmade 12mm Ceramic Peace Sign Beads (10 Pieces)1 #49-948-77 Antiqued Pewter Plated Charm, Cast, Oval Peace Sign (10 Pieces)1 #

Dazzled Double Hole Dagger Bracelet(Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #280-J2D-NP1 CzechMates Glass 16 x 5mm Matte Brown Iris Two-Hole Dagger Bead (50pc Strand)1 #20-115-614 TOHO Glass Seed Bead, Size 15, 1.5mm,

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

Baroque Beauty Pearl Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Modified from a design created by Swarovski's Create Your Style Design Team  Designer TipsUsing beading wire, slip on one crimp bead and one end of the Maker's Toggle, and crimp to close. Add crimp co

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,

Brass Arrow Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsCut the wire in half and form an "eye" loop on one end of each wire.Flatten the loop by striking with a chasing hammer on a steel block.Add the following beads t

Astral Love Resin Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsSee instruction page for making no-solder bezels.Cut paper to match bezel wire shape.Seal paper and adhere to inside of bezel.Mix a small batch of resin and pou

Sour Patch Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita Hutchinson 12mm #4470 Cushion Squares by Swarovski are nearly gone, but these settings also work with most other brands of 12mm cushion squares. Shop remaining colors while they last!

Dragonfire Men's Wrapped Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

The classic wrapped leather bracelet is a great men's bracelet style already, and becomes even more masculine when you use leather bolo cord for the base.We ran out of 12mm Dragon Blood Jasper beads a

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 detailed sta

Tahitian DeLite Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsCarefully set prongs over the stones using flat-nose pliers. (Nylon jaw pliers can help prevent chipping or scratching.) For step-by-step instructions, see li

Egyptian Sun Earring Tutorial(Post)

Learn how to make earrings that shine like the sun, with beautiful Swarovski crystal scarab beads and crystal Sahara suns!Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner Tips Gold-fill items keep their shine for a

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

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

Ultra Simple Blue Rivoli Earrings Tutorial(Post)

These sparkling earrings use only 3 components, and 2 common pairs of jewelry pliers (available individually or in a kit). Ultra Blue AB is a vivid blue coating added to a Swarovski rivoli crystal. 12

Dark Skies Enameled Pendant Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsUse dapping block to shape blank.After dapping, punch 1/16" hole using the smaller (silver) side of a EuroTool "helicopter" punch.Clean blank with penny brite a

12th Man Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Create a pair of sparkling earrings for your favorite football fan! These take just 5 minutes, and a few basic jewelry tools. No glue required, either!This pair of earrings features a "12" charm, but

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

Petite Artemis Angel Earrings Tutorial(Post)

This project uses Swarovski crystals and TierraCast® components. Created by: Rita Hutchinson. Design by: CREATE YOUR STYLE.Designer TipsUse the puffed rondelle bead to fill the opening in the large en

Edwardian Lime Skull Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Toni Plastino   Designer TipsString beads in desired pattern, and tie a square knot or surgeon's knot (see technique sheet). Pull tight, trim most of the excess, and (if possible) tuck the

Purple Haze Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Designer TipsSet Purple Haze cushion squares in settings, and use nylon jaw pliers to squeeze prongs down.Burnish the prongs smooth with a burnisher.Create 16 simple loops with the Golden Shadow cryst

U Look Good in Pink Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsThe ""back"" of the U shaped connector is lashed to in this design, because it has a channel that helps to hold the beads in place.Check the spacing of the bead

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

Rainbow Rider Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsUse a jump ring to add the the sterling unicorn charm to the bottom hole of the 12mm crystal Rainbow Dark drop. For best way to open and close loops, see Jump R

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

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 Swarovski 34ss Indian

Beachcomber Glass Vial Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteFor step-by-step illustrated instructions to make this Beachcomber glass bottle treasure necklace, see our blog post: How to Make a Glass Vial NecklaceSuggested Supplies1 eac

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 string each on

Hydrangea Blossom Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsTwist a jump ring to open it extra wide.Loop the jump ring around a single pearl in the pearl ball bead.Attach the loop of a French hook ear wire to the jump rin

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,

Holiday Lights Necklace Tutorial(Post)

This sparkling "Christmas light" project is a fun, festive winter design to create with Swarovski crystal teardrop beads in colors of your choice.Created by: Rings & Things Staff Designer TipsAdd a cr

Snowy Crystal Christmas Tree Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Design by: Swarovski's Create Your Style Design Team and Rings & Things.Designer TipsFor each earring, string onto one head pin: one 12mm margarita; one 10mm margarita; one margarita 8mm; one 6mm marg

Cumulus Threader Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie Valente Designer TipsTwist a jump ring to open it extra wide.Loop the jump ring around a single pearl in the pearl ball bead.Attach the loop of an ear thread to the jump ring.Twist

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

Retro Tree Earrings Tutorial(Post)

The metallic glint of silver shade Margarita sew-ons reminds me of the retro aluminum Christmas trees of years gone by. I mixed up the crystals with TierraCast Bead caps, which echo the shape of a tre

Gianni's Garden Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsMeasure, mark and punch the hanging holes: 3 holes spaced to match the loops of the triangle, and one hole on the bottom.Use a rubber stamp of your choice and th

Flying the Nest - Nest Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Kayla HeflingDesigner TipsCreate the bird nests. For step by step instructions with images, see the How To Make A Wire Bird Nest blog post.Use 22-26 gauge wire depending on the hole size o

Forest of Wine Charms Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Swarovski's Create Your Style Design TeamDesigner TipsString onto one head pin: 1 - 4mm cube bead, 1 - 10mm #3700,>3700,>3700,>3700, 1 - 8mm #3700,>3700,>3700,>3700, 1 - 6mm #3700,>3700,>3

Russ Recycles Clip Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Amy MickelsonDesigner TipsPostage stamp charmThe canceled postage stamp was scanned and reduced to fit the square picture-frame charm.Seal front and back of the image with a waterproof bar

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 f

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

Best Necklace and Bracelet Lengths(Post)

What is the BEST Necklace Length? 18" necklaces are the most popular in the United States, but might not be the right length for the necklace that you're making. The height and build of the

Delightfully Dotty Enameled Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsCut copper sheet to size or use a premade copper blank. If you have cut your own blank, punch hole in appropriate location and file edges to remove roughness.Cr

Steel Empire Chain Maille Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsThis is a variation of the standard Byzantine weave, called Byzantine with 3 connectors. I wanted to use all stainless steel for this bracelet, but the aspect r

Size Charts(Page)

Size Charts AWG - Wire Gauge Chart Q:   How do you read wire gauge sizes? A:   The main thing to remember with wire gauge is that the larger the gauge, the sm

The North Star Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsCreate a bail using a 5/16" x 3" piece of 24-gauge copper sheet: Cut, file, stamp, punch and ream the holes a bit larger. Use bail-making pliers to bend the stam

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

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 b

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