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Winged Heart Brooch Tutorial(Post)
Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsUse two-part epoxy to glue two magnets to the back of the BRONZclay™ piece.Two earring magnets and backings make for a secure hold on clothing.When not being wo
Pumpkin on the Vine Earrings Tutorial(Post)Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsMake 2 matching spiral head pins. Follow the steps from the Rings & Things blog post "How to Make Spiral Head Pins.Add the following beads to a spiral head pin:
Infinite Path Bracelet Tutorial(Post)Created by: Kameron FoxDesigner TipsThese earrings and matching bracelet were created using the step by step instructions on page 92 of Beautiful Wire Jewelry for Beaders: Creative Wirework Projects f
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
Space Needle Earrings Tutorial(Post)Created by: Mollie Valente Designer TipsCut wire in half. File ends flat and straight before beginning to hammer, for a more symmetrical paddle head. Hammer a flat paddle on one end of the wire and fi
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
The Imp Bracelet Tutorial(Post)Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsPlan out design, and stamp words and symbols. ("I Drink and I Know Things" is a quote from Game of Thrones, and the colors used here are the colors of house Lan
Embellished Mixed Metal Dog Tag Necklace (Post)Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 2 #40-080-01-32-9 Gunmetal Plated Steel Ball Chain, 3.2mm By The FOOT (foot)1 #40-803-6 Antiqued Brass Plated Ball Chain Clasp, 3.2mm (100 Piec
REACH Stamped Aluminum Cuff Bracelet Tutorial(Post)Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsTo get a feel for the aluminum, firmly stamp the star in a few spots. For a detailed tutorial on metal stamping, see Metal Stamping 101 (PDF).Stamp the word R
Cowgirl Cuff Bracelet Tutorial(Post)Created by: Tiffany WhiteDesigner TipsUse the pein side (rounded) of your hammer to texturize the surface of the copper metal strip on the steel block.Using your metal shears, cut a 3/4 inch by 4 inch
Cave Man Necklace Tutorial(Post)Created by: Jaci BostonDesigner TipsCarefully plan the cutting pattern. The shape of these cuts creates decorative prongs or tabs to hold the gemstone slab bead.For this design draw the shape to be cu
Busy Bee Earring Tutorial(Post)Created by: Tiffany WhiteDesigner TipsTape the stamping blanks to the steel block. Use a permanent marker to draw lines where you want to stamp the phrase "BUSY BEE".When stamping, make sure that each
In the Moment Leather Cuff Bracelet Tutorial(Post)Created by: Mollie Valente Designer TipsCustomize the word blank:Place the word blank on the steel block and create a dappled texture with the ball peen side of the chasing hammer.Use the bracelet-b
Safe Journey Pendant Tutorial(Post)Created by: Mollie Valente Designer TipsTo add texture, place the metal blank on the steel block and use the ball end of the hammer to make a lightly hammered surface.After hammering, the metal blan
Northern Copperhead Earrings Tutorial(Post)Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsUnspool approximately 20" of copper wire. Pull it smooth with flat nylon-jaw pliers.Trim the end neatly (flush) with flush cutters.Make 6 equal sized coils us
grrrrr / breathe bracelet tutorials(Post)Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsUse a ruler and Sharpie to draw a dot or line in the middle if the bracelet. Write your word or phrase on a piece of paper, about the size you'll be stamping,
Craters of the Moon Earrings Tutorial(Post)Learn simple but effective techniques to hammer-texture and dome metal disks to create beautiful handmade earrings.Created by: Mollie ValenteHammer and Dome the BlanksPlace a Vintaj blank on the steel
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 han
October Ombre Bracelet Tutorial(Post)Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsTexture and stamp the sterling heart with ribbon design stamp. New to metal stamping? See step-by-step instructions in our free Metal Stamping 101 PDF.Apply sta
Candara Bracelet Tutorial(Post)Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue Designer Tips Unspool approximately 26" of copper wire. Pull it smooth with flat nylon-jaw pliers.Trim the end neatly (flush) with flush cutters.Use ring-bending plier
Captured Aventurine Bracelet Tutorial(Post)Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsUnspool approximately 20" of copper wire. Pull it smooth with flat nylon-jaw pliers.Trim the end neatly (flush) with flush cutters.Coil the wire around a 14-2
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
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
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