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Drops of Light - Pearl Earrings Tutorial(Post)
Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsFor step-by-step pictorial instructions on making this pair of earrings, see Mollie's blog article: ...
Shaping Up - Necklace Tutorial(Post)Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsRemove the clasp from the end of one bracelet, and replace the oval jump ring with a round jump ring.For best way to open and close loops, see Jump Ring Hint i ...
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 ...
Baptized by Fire Bracelet Tutorial(Post)Created by: Lindsey GreenDesigner TipsMix and match the crosses in any way you would like! No pattern is required.Adjust the length of the leather pieces and number of jump rings to change the size o ...
Red Kite Earrings Tutorial(Post)Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsUse fine tip round nose pliers in order to make loops that match the small loops on the eyepins. For looping instructions, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF)As you m ...
Dumortierite and Copper Coin Necklace Tutorial(Post)Created by: Dee MuellerDesigner TipsCreate bead connectors with the 8mm rondelles and 14mm faceted round beads.Cut eight 1" pieces of chain. With jump rings attach two pieces of chain to each of six ...
Little Spiral Necklace Tutorial(Post)Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsThe extra jump rings used when hanging the cluster of charms on this necklace help keep the spiral charm facing forward.For instructions on making beaded head ...
Eclipse Cuff Links Tutorial(Post)Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsClip the loop off both moon charms, file smooth, and sand with a 600 grit polishing cloth.Use a dapping block to gently dome the moon charms.Soft solder each mo ...
Shoreline Bangle Bracelet Tutorial(Post)Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsMake wire-wrapped loops with the pearls, and add a jump ring to each charm. For instructions on wire-wrapped loops, and best way to open and close jump rings, ...
Sea Maiden Resin Belt Buckle Tutorial(Post)Created by: Toni PlastinoDesigner TipsTo prevent the image from bleeding, seal the front and back with Mod Podge® and let dry. Once dry, glue the image into buckle blank.Glue on embellishments such a ...
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 TipsU ...
Flores de Muertos Bracelet Tutorial(Post)Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsUse 4 of each color crystal to create 28 wrapped loop crystal dangles.This finished length is 8.5". Use larger or smaller jump rings to adjust the length.Free ...
Foliage Necklace Tutorial(Post)Created by: Rita Hutchinson Designer Tips Make 45 wire-wrapped loop dangles, each with a single crystal bicone. See Basic Jewelry-Making Technique Sheet (PDF)Use a jump ring ...
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 p ...
Balancing Act Asymmetrical Earrings Tutorial(Post)Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner Tips - Earring 1Attach a tiny heart charm to the end of an eye pin. String on a rose-peach pearl and form a simple loop on the end. Then attach to the the end link ...
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 ...
Southwest Chandelier Earrings Tutorial(Post)Created by: Rita Hutchinson. Designer TipsWhen you trim the eye pins on the 3 bead sections, retain two of the pieces to use for the shorter 2 bead section instead of using another whole eye pin.Open ...
Ladylike Lariat Necklace Tutorial(Post)Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsFreshwater pearls often have small holes. If the hole is too small, use a thinner headpin, or ream the opening with a battery operated bead reamer (#69-058).Fo ...
Adjustable Necklace Extenders Tutorial(Post)Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsFor instructions with step-by-step photos, please see our blog article: How to Make an Adjustable Necklace Extender.Suggested Supplies1 foot (use 4") #40-011-00 ...
Bee Keeper Reliquary Necklace Tutorial(Post)Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsFor a step-by-step tutorial with images, check out the How to Create a Reliquary Pendant blog post.Cut and shape the blank: Measure and cut a brass blank 1 x 1- ...
It's Good to Be King Tie Bar Tutorial(Post)Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsCut the copper strip to about 2" in length. Use a texture hammer or pattern stamp to apply a random pattern. File the corners and sides until smooth.Soft solder ...
Slam Dunk Bracelet Tutorial(Post)Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner Tips Stamp player number onto the tag. (For detailed stamping instructions, see link below.)Add additional tags for multiple players, or use larger tags for team n ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 t ...
Tri-Tone Cuff Bracelet Tutorial(Post)Created by: Rita Hutchinson Designer TipsUsing a pre-cut and finished bracelet blank, and precut 6" patterned wire makes this bracelet assemble in a snap!Apply pattern to copper blank with des ...
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 ...
Night Reflections Enamel Earrings Tutorial(Post)Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsUse the smaller end of the 2-hole metal punch to punch a 1/16" hole near the top of the blanks. Be sure to center it, so the earrings hang properly.Clean the bla ...
Pop of Color Enamel Earrings Tutorial(Post)Created by: Summer MelaasNote: We've had great success enameling our 24-gauge brass blanks, but for the most consistent color results, this enamel is best with copper blanks. Designer TipsTexture the ...
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 ...
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 w ...
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