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Emerald City Garden Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsFor illustrated step-by-step instructions for making this pair of earrings, and links to additional sweet-and-simple designs, see our blog article: The 15-Minut ...

Tribal Fan Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsDecide which direction to face the (reversible) ethnic fan connectors and charms, and lay out all pieces. Use a medium-large jump ring (approx. 7mm), attach ...

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, ...

Simple Leather Leaf Bracelet(Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #61-130-05-01 Greek Leather Cord, 1.5mm, 5 Meter - Natural (Each)2 #F1CC-6RNR Nunn Design Antique Copper-Plated Pewter 27mm Metal Tube Bead1 ...

Adjustable Anchor Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Veronica GreenwoodDesigner TipsCut two 18" pieces of leather.Fold one strand in half. Make a larks-head knot by feeding both ends through the loop on the anchor charm, then back through t ...

Beachcomber Wine Glass Charm Set Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Veronica GreenwoodDesigner TipsCreate a colorful beaded drop for each wine glass marker, using gemstones or other beads of your choice. New to jewelry-making? See Basic Jewelry-Making Tec ...

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 ...

Men's Cross Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Valorie Nygaard-PouzarDesigner TipsCut the leather at an angle to assist in fitting two ends through the hole of the cross connector. For a better grip on the end of the leather, consider ...

Nightingale Earrings Tutorial(Post)

These elegant antique silver earrings are easy to make. This beginner jewelry project requires only a few minutes and basic jewelry-making tools.Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsThe hand-made, o ...

Belle Starr Leather and Turquoise Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

  Created by: Mollie Valente   Designer TipsStart with extra leather and thread, cutting off any excess is better than not having enough.For security, add additional stitches on the first a ...

Jewelry-Making Materials(Post)

We strive to provide you with clear, honest information, in a complicated and ever-changing world of jewelry-making materials.Our products are made of over 500 different materials (various semi-preci ...

Ring Around the Rosies Earring Tutorial(Post)

The TierraCast Dulce Vida rings are reversible, with a different design on each side. If you wish the earrings to match, face the rings in the same direction during assembly.Created by: Rita Hutchins ...

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 ...

Tree of Life Leather Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Sondra Barrington This design uses a pearl bead (one of June's birthstones). Use a pearl bead from your bead stash to create this design as-is, or substitute other charms, beads, or birth ...

Metals(Post)

Jump directly to illustration of gold-fill vs. gold plate.What are Elements and Alloys? Metals can be elements or alloys. Elements are the basic building blocks of chemistry. Examples of elements: Ox ...

Show Some Love Charm Bracelet(Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #40-412-7 Antiqued Copper Plated Curb Chain Bracelet, Large Link (12 Pieces)1 #R16S-T01B Nunn Design Antique Copper-Plated Primitive Drop He ...

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 ...

Simple Aromatherapy Earrings(Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #21-888-925 White "Lava" Stone Beads, 8mm Round (strand)1 #37-482-03-AP Antiqued Pewter Plated Head Pin, 2", Woven End (100 Pieces)2 #44-049 ...

Golden Buzzer Charm Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Janet BoyingtonDesigner TipsThis 10mm charm is perfect for showcasing a 6mm stamped impression.Gold-fill is harder than sterling or pewter, but not as hard as nickel silver.Place your cha ...

Starry Night - Constellation Jewelry(Post)

Created by: Summer MelaasSo many options for Constellation necklaces!Pick your favorite blank (something thick, like 16-gauge).Find a constellation that you like. For a good star map, search the web, ...

Filigree Gemstone Fabulous Earrings (Post)

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #44-150-9 30x22mm Gunmetal Filigree, Harvest (12 Pieces) 1 #21-464-893 4mm Diamond Cut Round Gemstone Bead - Fluorite AA - Color Ban ...

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 ...

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 Hya ...

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, Rou ...

Blue Halo Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Veronica GreenwoodDesigner TipsPlace the crystal in the bezel setting and using the nylon jaw flat pliers gently fold the prongs down over the crystal.Using the 6.5mm jump ring attach the ...

Campfire Skies - Riveted Barrette Tutorial(Post)

TierraCast's shimmering antique bronze leather, a hammer-textured spiral link, and shiny black rivets, combine to create a barrette that's perfect for Spring bonfires and Fall festivals. This securel ...

GO TEAM! Seahawks Colors Key Ring(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsAdd a jump ring to the football charm. For best way to open and close loops, see Jump Ring Hint in Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF)Slide the team color charms and th ...

After Glow Earrings Tutorial(Post)

These earrings are inspired by Pantone's colors of the year for 2021, and pair nicely with the After Glow bracelet.Created by: Janet BoyingtonDesigner TipsCut a 5-inch piece of 24-gauge wire, and wir ...

Micro Mood Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsSee the blog entry on making multiwrap lashed bracelets.This bracelet is sized for a double wrap of a large wrist (approximately 16" finished length). Modify t ...

Bermuda Blue Earrings(Post)

Created by: PRESTIGE CrystalSuggested Supplies1 #34-042-0-GM TierraCast Niobium Ear Wires w Round and Heishi Beads, Raw Sterling/ Black (pair)2 #49-958-73-AP TierraCast Antiqued Pewter Plated Jardin ...

Raspberry Beret Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Technically, this sweet pendant is topped with a strawberry quartz bead, but it's every bit as full of sass as the song it's named after.Created by: Veronica GreenwoodDesigner TipsCut two 8" pieces o ...

Geometric Rainbow Gold Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Quick tutorial on professional techniques for making a simple geometric pair of earrings with a half-ball drop-post, Swarovski crystal rainbow dark teardrop, and TierraCast gold plated dagger charm.

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 ...

Bermuda Crescent Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsCut 4 lengths of chain, each 4 links long.Use 4.5mm jump rings to attach chain to the top holes of the crescent link. For best way to open and close loops, see ...

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 ...

Industrial Ease Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Large-hole Pyrite Heishi and 14-gauge iron color Artistic Wire make these industrial-looking earrings a breeze to create.Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsCoil wire around largest portion of wr ...

Happy Travelers Earrings Tutorial(Post)

As the Remover of Obstacles, and Lord of Beginnings, Ganesh is a popular charm or talisman for travelers. Combine this auspicious symbol with Maneki Neko, the beckoning kitty who welcomes good fortun ...

Briolette and Vine Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Cindy MorrisDesigner TipsAdd a bead cap, 6mm aventurine gemstone bead, and another bead cap to the eye pin, and make a simple loop. New to jewelry-making? See Basic Jewelry-Making Techniq ...

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 bea ...

Belle of Ireland Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Liz GrafDesigner TipsMeasure and cut cotton cord to 20".Cut 2 sections off the chain (10 links each section).Pick out six 4mm jump rings and one 6mm jump ring.Place 8 heishi beads on the ...

Summer Blues Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Design by Create Your Style team at Swarovski North America.Although these weren't designed with September in mind, the colors are perfect for September birthstone jewelry.Designer TipsAdd one 4mm li ...

Om Mirage Choker Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Michelle HorningDesigner TipsFor step-by-step instructions on creating macramé jewelry, see How to Macramé a Hemp Bracelet.A choker will usually fit as a double wrap bracelet on most peop ...

Upcycled Cog Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsWhenever walking, watch for unusual/interesting metal objects on the ground! When they are an unknown metal, do not try antiquing them or punching holes with ...

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 ...

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 ...

Take Flight Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Bridget AustinDesigner TipsUse a small amount of E-6000 adhesive to glue one cord end onto the cording.Using a head pin, slide on one spacer bead, an apatite pebble bead and one more spac ...

Optimistic Hope Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

The pictured design is a 9" bracelet, a good size for most men. These colors are inspired by Pantone's colors of the year for 2021, and pair nicely with the After Glow bracelet and earrings.Created b ...

Matte Satin Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsStart with plenty of 26-gauge wire, and anchor wire to one side of arc connector. Add 4mm beads and extra lashes between each bead. Finish off the end with add ...

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 ...

Hammerfall Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Designer Tips These earrings are easy to assemble, yet put on a great show.Use 10mm jump rings to connect each link, and another 10mm jump ring to attach the dagger bead to the smallest link. Fo ...

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 ...

After Glow Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

These colors are inspired by Pantone's colors of the year for 2021, and pair nicely with the Optimistic Hope bracelet and After Glow earrings.Created by: Janet BoyingtonDesigner TipsLay out beads on ...

TierraCast Nesting Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Design by: Katie Hill (TierraCast)Designer TipsTIP: Don’t stretch the cords when knotting. Tie with cord relaxed, but with extra slack taken up.Cut three 12" strands of elastic cord. Pull on the ends ...

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 ...

Naughty or Nice Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

A variation on a jewelry kit by TierraCastDesigner TipsCut a 6-8" length of the red pebble cord, add a small dab of superglue to one of the ends plus drag a small amount of glue around the sides of t ...

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 ...

5 Minute Rings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsCut a 20-gauge or 24-gauge 0.25" (wide) strip of copper, brass or sterling sheet approximately 2.75" long.Smooth and straighten with a nylon hammer.Optional: ...

Basketball Finals - DIY Team Colors Bracelet(Post)

C'est La Vie Finals BraceletWhether you defy history, or regularly make history, we've got your colors -- over 80 colors to choose from, and a nice variety of frame setting options.Created by: Polly ...

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 ...

Happy Hour Wine Glass Markers Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Janet BoyingtonDesigner TipsCreate stamped charms using Monogram stamp set. New to stamping? See Metal Stamping 101 for an overview, or download our step-by-step PDF stamping guide.Use St ...

Pearl and Tassel Charm Leather Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Sondra Barrington Designer TipsThe ring connector is the focal of this bracelet. For a more free-flowing design, attach charms to the leather cording.Wire-wrap a pearl bead with a la ...

Wedding Date Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsStamp design: If you're new to stamping, see metal stamping technique sheet.When stamping the date, keep in mind that tiny stamps require less stamping stren ...

Costa Rica Sunset Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

This style of jewelry has a variety of names, including "hand chain" and "pirate bracelet". Whatever the name, we think you'll love the colors!Created by: Veronica GreenwoodDesigner TipsCut 2 feet of ...

Metal Stamping 101(Post)

Make your own custom charms, pendants, connectors, tags and more! Metal stamping is not only the latest craze — it's also a lot of fun and gives you design freedom. Plus, handcrafted metal components ...

Sand Dollar Leather Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

This stylishly simple bracelet looks great worn alone, or with other bangles or leather bracelets.  Created by: Sondra Barrington   Designer TipsCut leather flush after measuring. Use a dab ...

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 ...