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Hexed Wire Bracelet - Tutorial(Post)

Learn a simple and sparkling way to make bangle bracelets with hex wire. No soldering or wire wrapping required!Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsUnroll and straighten enough wire for all brace ...

Happy Octopus Bangle Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

  Created by: Mollie Valente   Designer TipsFor a step-by-step tutorial with images for this project, see the blog post: How to Make an Expandable Wire Bangle Bracelet.Use heavy-duty cutter ...

Spiral Lagoon Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsPlace the TierraCast® link on the bracelet in desired location, and use a fine-point Sharpie® (or other extra black permanent marker) to mark where to punch ...

Breathe - Riveted Leather Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsSet link on leather bracelet, and use a sharp pencil, or fine-point non-smudging marker, to make a dot at each spot to punch.Rotate leather hole punch to sma ...

Celebrations Day of the Dead Tutorial(Post)

Celebrations Day of the Dead bracelet depicts the musical side of this holiday. The beautiful TierraCast musical charms nicely offset the Swarovski Crystal Mystic Black pearls.Created by: Swarovski's ...

Twilight Tide Pool Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner Tips Memory wire is steel, and unkind to most jewelry tools. Use heavy-duty flush cutters to cut the desired length: Most memory wire bracelets are 3-5 coils. Th ...

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 str ...

Copper & Purple Love - Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner Tips Set link on leather bracelet, and use a sharp pencil, or fine-point non-smudging marker, to make a dot at each spot to punch.Rotate leather hole punch to s ...

A Mustache For Your Wrist Cuff Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsAdjust bracelet to target wrist size/shape, because once the 2nd layer is riveted on, you will have limited adjustability.Texture or stamp the bracelet and/o ...

Silver Sea Urchin Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue Designer Tips Memory wire is steel, and unkind to most jewelry tools.Use heavy-duty flush cutters to cut the desired length: Most memory wire bracelets are 3-5 ...

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 brac ...

Hidden Ecosystem Cuff Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Cindy Morris Designer Tips Stamp, hammer and punch holes in the copper until you are satisfied.File any sharp edges.Wrap the strip around a small bottle (aspirin size works well ...

Arrow - Etched Copper Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsOptional: Punch a hole in the corner of the blank, following instructions in hole-punch below. After completing bracelet, dangle a charm or beaded dangle of your ...

Custom Anniversary Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Learn how to make a leather anniversary bracelet using porcelain number beads to "spell out" a custom anniversary date (7/7/90).Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsUse a finished leather bracel ...

Cities in Bloom Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsUse a permanent marker to draw a few clouds in the sky, and tufts of grass on the ground. (After etching, I thought my tufts of grass looked more like a city ...

Namaste Chakra Choker / Double Wrap Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Michelle HorningDesigner TipsFor step-by-step instructions on how to macramé a bracelet (or choker), see our blog article: How to Macrame a Hemp Bracelet.A choker will usually fit as a do ...

On the Bias Corrugated Metal Earring Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsCorrugate the metal blanks by feeding them through the Tube-Wringer® on the diagonal. Squeeze the hand grip to maintain even pressure while turning the turn key ...

Green and Gold Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: The R&T Showroom TeamDesigner TipsPlace crystal stones in bezels, and carefully bend prongs down using fingers and/or nylon-jaw pliers.Add a large round jump ring to the football char ...

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 inc ...

DIY Lotus Paisley Bracelet(Post)

Created by: Sondra BarringtonDesigner TipsSet the cushion square crystal stone in the setting. Keeping the stone centered, use your fingers, a burnishing tool, or flat nylon-jaw pliers to gently bend ...

Soar With Me Cuff Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Valorie Nygaard-PouzarDesigner TipsPatina, seal and use bracelet-bending pliers to apply a gentle curve to the metal sparrow before riveting it to the leather.For hints on applying Vintaj ...

Tassel and Sparkle - Simple Charm Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Chain bracelets adorned with a simple charm continue to be popular. You can customize this design by using a different colored Swarovski rivoli stone, different styles of chain, or tassels made of di ...

Purple and Gold Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: The R&T Showroom Team   Designer 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 s ...

Blue Pin Stripe Lashed Memory Wire Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

This project uses durable, springy memory wire as the base, and 26-gauge dark blue Artistic Wire as an accent. Created by: Amy MickelsonDesigner TipsUse heavy-duty cutters to cut memory wire.Lashing ...

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 ...

Crimping 101(Post)

Using crimp beads to finish a necklace or bracelet: 1. String a crimp bead onto the beading cord or wire cable, then string the clasp. 2. Bend the cable back through the crimp bead. 3. Tighten the lo ...

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 ...

April Love - Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Sondra Barrington How can I customize thee? Let me count the ways...  Designer Tips  Chain bracelets adorned with a simple heart charm continue to be popular. The sterling silve ...

Pleasant Dream Etched Barrette Tutorial(Post)

 Created by: Rita Hutchinson Designer TipsCut your metal sheet to desired size and use a file to round the corners and smooth all edges.Clean with Penny Brite® Copper Cleaner and scrubby un ...

Skullhead Barrette Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita Hutchinson Designer Tips Cut your metal sheet to desired size and use a file to round the corners and smooth all edges.Clean with Penny Brite® Copper Cleaner and scrubby un ...

Go Zags - March Madness Bracelet(Post)

Created by: Summer Melaas   Designer 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 stamping inst ...

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 detaile ...

Satsuma Surprise Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Designer TipsUsing alcohol wipes, clean all the settings and set aside to dry.Using one flatback stone, glue into one setting and set aside for 24 hours to dry. Repeat 5 more times.Using one jump rin ...

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 ...

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-be ...

Mehandi Coil Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsUse shears to cut flat wire. Texture as desired with texturing hammer or metal stamps.Create coil by wrapping at an angle around large barrel of bail making pl ...

BeDazzled Slinky Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Sondra BarringtonDesigner TipsUse 7 coils of anklet size to make this bracelet bangle. You can adjust the size of wire and numbers of coils any way you wish.Do not use your favorite jewel ...

Samba Scarlet Smile Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue Designer TipsLinks Updated!Use a nylon hammer to gently flatten the rock & roll oval link before stamping the plain side.Stamp a practice pattern on paper to ma ...

Avocado Dorado Cuff Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsSolder Brass Ninja Star* to Copper Disk:If the copper or brass shapes are bent, straighten them with a steel block and nylon or rawhide mallet. (Solder doesn ...

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- ...

Wire Jewelry 101(Post)

Jewelry making wire gives you endless choices in creativity! Still, it's easier to get started once you know a few basic tips and terms that will help you determine what type of wire to use for your ...

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 ...

Good Thoughts Barrette Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue Designer TipsThe original alligator clip used for this barrette is no longer available, but our new French-style barrette backs are more secure (hold better in hair) and ...

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