72 results for 'flower bead'

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About African Trade Beads(Post)

We carry an eclectic (and diminishing) variety of African beads, both old trade beads, and newer beads made or strung in Africa for the world-wide bead trade. Trade beads are old and/or used beads, a ...

Alpine Flower SuperDuo Earring Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Amy MickelsonDesigner TipsThread needle onto comfortable length (36-48”) of bead cord and condition. Depending on the type of cording you choose, you may want to double it.Add 12 beads to ...

Lampwork Glass BeadPen Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Dee MuellerDesigner TipsNo tools needed!Simply unscrew the top of the pen, add the desired large-hole beads of your choice and screw the top back on!This pen is designed for artisan beads ...

Hibiscus Flower Earrings(Post)

Created by: PRESTIGE CrystalSuggested Supplies1 #34-962 Argentium Silver French Hook Earring Wires, Plain (pair)1 #37-722-3 Silver Plated Eye Pin, 2", Standard (Pack)2 #49-947-11-WB TierraCast Interm ...

Can Can Flowers Bobby Pins Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Toni Plastino   Designer Tips  Cut and flatten aluminum soda cans of your choice. Pick ones with interesting colors and patterns.Cut flower shapes with craft punches.Paint the f ...

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 ...

Lotus Flower Yoga Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Learn how to make this beautiful yoga bracelet featuring gemstone beads, rosewood mala beads, TierraCast spacers, and a Nina Designs lotus charm.Created by: Mollie ValenteSteps to Make this Yoga Brac ...

Sweet Penmanship Pen Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Toni PlastinoDesigner TipsNo tools needed!Simply unscrew the top of the pen, add the desired large-hole beads of your choice and screw the top back on!This pen is designed for artisan bea ...

Aqua Flower Crystal Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Learn to make these sweet gold-filled chain tassel and link/hoop earrings, featuring Swarovski Edelweiss pendants, with parts that have been tested to work together!Created by: Tiffany WhiteDesigner ...

Simple Column Earrings(Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #26-815-132 Silver Plated Metal Beads, Rondelle, Dot Pattern (strand)1 #20-111-PF582F TOHO Glass Seed Bead, Size 11, 2.1mm, Permafinish - Ma ...

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 ...

Gemstone Index: Jade(Post)

For centuries, the word jade applied to green gemstones brought to Europe from China and Central America. It wasn't until 1863 that society realized the term "jade" was being applied to two different ...

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 Piec ...

Palomita Wrapped Leather Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsCast silver star beads and Bali-style flower beads make wonderful riveted accents. If a bead's hole isn't quite large enough, center the bead on the 1/16" cu ...

TierraCast Bee Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: TierraCast   Designer TipsTwist open loops of niobium earring hooks and feed an open end through the top of each honeycomb charm. Twist closed.Open each jump ring by twisting open an ...

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 ...

It's So Fluffy! Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

The unicorn charm pictured in this bracelet is a limited-edition charm. When it's gone, please see link at bottom of page, for more fantastical charms and beads including unicorns, dragons, gargoyles ...

Passion Play Toursade Tutorial(Post)

Created by: The Swarovski Crystal CREATE YOUR STYLE Design TeamDesigner TipsCut stringing cable into three 24"" pieces.Add a bead stopper to one end of a 24"" stringing cable. Slide on one 4mm 5328 C ...

Labor of Love Centerpiece(Post)

Created by: Amy MickelsonDesigner TipsSize and cut an image to fit the glass tile.Use a paintbrush to apply the Inkssentials™ Glossy Accents to seal and affix the image to back of the glass tile. Onc ...

Paisley Palette Pin Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue Designer TipsFor best placement of the holes, make a template: Trace the outline of the paisley on a piece of paper (a Post-it® works great!), then use a pencil to sketc ...

Lotus Drop Earring Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsCut approx. 2" of wire and make a simple loop or wire-wrapped loop at one end, but add the lotus flower charm before closing loop. Add 2 glass O beads, a crystal ...

Natali Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer MelaasNatali is a simple, sweet pair of earrings featuring lotus flower beads from TierraCast, as well as matching antiqued brass spike charms and Niobium ear wires. Add a subtle f ...

Garden Magic Bookmark Tutorial(Post)

Pair the magic of books with the magic of a garden forever in full bloom!Created by: Liz GrafDesigner TipsTwist to open the loop on the eye pin, add dragonfly charm, and close loop. For most secure w ...

Wedding Doves Necklace and Earring Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rings & Things StaffDesigner TipsThis symmetrically designed necklace has a finished length of 17". For a different length, adjust the amount of beads, bead caps and stringing cable a ...

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.

Golden Lotus Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsFor step-by-step instructions on crimping, wire wrapping and using jump rings, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Place a wire guard on the hammered round link.Crimp a ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 or ...

Zen Yin Belt Buckle Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Jan RobertsDesigner TipsThe economically-priced chatons used in this design are real leaded-glass crystals!Pre-plan your design so the clay doesn't dry out before you've finished placing ...

Mauvey Marigolds Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rings & Things StaffDesigner TipsThe backs of some resin flowers may be slightly concave. For better gluing results, run them over an emery board (or Vintaj® Metal Reliefing Block) to ...

Gemstone Index: Jasper(Post)

Jasper is a semiprecious chalcedony (or microcrystalline quartz), and is usually red, brown or green. Its patterns are much less regular and defined than agate, the other chalcedony variety. Another ...

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 mo ...

Ava's Ladies in Waiting Bridesmaid Necklaces Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Valorie Nygaard-Pouzar   Designer TipsCarefully stamp the metal blank.Antique the charm so the impressions are more pronounced.Gently sand and polish.Attach to jump ring & chain.

Fidget - Hinged Book Pin Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsRead the instructions included with the rivet piercing/setting tool (#69-900>69-900). Also check out the instructional video for more information on using ...

Poppy Field Pendant Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsSelect and clean two matching glass pieces.Select an image and cut it to match the glass shape and size.Carefully wrap the glass with copper-foil tape. To creat ...

Wonder Woman Riveted Cuff Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsThis bracelet is super fast and fun to make, once you have the necessary tools.The Domed Piercing Base allows you to pierce the domed bracelet without leavin ...

Enlightened Earring Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsUsing a longer head pin allows for double "messy" wrapping at the top of each crystal.Attach 4 crystal dangles to each of 6 jump rings. 2 extra jump rings face ...