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Secrets to Kumihimo Project 4: 10-Strand Flat Braid

Learn how to create a 10-strand flat braid using the ancient Japanese braiding technique of kumihimo in this step-by-step instructional video.

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Beyond Boho:

Learn how to use wood, shell and pearls to create elegant jewelry designs that go beyond traditional Boho style.

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Minimalist vs. Maximalist Jewelry Styles

Explore how the same jewelry materials can create two strikingly different looks—one minimalist, one maximalist—and discover which design style speaks to you.

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5 Tips to Make Budget-Friendly Jewelry

Learn 5 practical tips for making beautiful, budget-friendly gemstone jewelry—perfect for designers who want to create accessible pieces their customers will love.

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How to Create Jump Ring Jewelry

Discover fresh, modern ways to create stylish jewelry using versatile jump rings in this inspiring how-to video.

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Creating One-of-a-Kind Bead Mosaics

Learn how to create your own bead mosaic artwork with expert tips from bead mosaic artist Sabrina Frey.

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10 Signs That You're Ready to Start Selling Your Jewelry

Discover the top signs that show you're ready to start selling your jewelry and share your creativity with the world.

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Hidden Gems: Designing with Rhinestones

Explore the beauty and versatility of rhinestones as a stylish and creative choice for jewelry designs, offering a brilliant alternative to faceted gems.

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The Different Types and Lengths of Dangle Earrings

Learn to craft DIY dangle earrings, exploring length, materials and design tips for stylish and wearable creations.

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Hidden Gems: Designing with Cubic Zirconia

Discover the versatility of cubic zirconia (CZ) as a stylish, practical choice for jewelry design, offering endless creative possibilities and rivaling the look of gemstones like amethyst, garnet and citrine.

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Create Quick and Easy Jewelry Gifts with Almost Instant Jewelry®

Watch the video to see how you can easily create meaningful gifts with Almost Instant Jewelry ® settings.

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Learn About Sabrina Frey's Skinny Glue™

Learn all about Sabrina Frey’s Skinny Glue™, specifically formulated for creating bead mosaics.

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Discover the Relaxation of Bead Mosaics

Discover the DIY magic of Sabrina Frey™ Bead Mosaic kits, as Sabrina guides you through the process.

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Ask the Experts Resources

Explore previous jewelry-making questions with answers that include links to videos, tutorials & charts.

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Make Gifts with Resin & Molds

When thinking of gift giving, what better show your love with handmade personal gifts. And because you can make several items with resin, you can go easy on your pocketbook!

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6 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid When Using Resin

Join Elaine to learn about 6 rookie mistakes to avoid when using resin, including accurate measuring, thorough mixing and more.

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4 Tools to Save Your Hands and Eyesight

Discover 4 must-have tools to save your hands and eyesight in DIY jewelry making.

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Friendship Bracelet

The go-to accessory of our tween years is back! Mark adult friendships by offering friendship bracelets and personalize them using these tips and techniques.

Learn the Dot Stitch

Embark on your creative journey with seed beads today by mastering the fundamentals of the dot stitch. Follow along with Rose in this step-by-step video tutorial.

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How-To: Single Strand Slider Bracelet

Join Caitlyn of Busy Beader as Elaine shows how to make a slide-clasp knot closure for stylish bracelets.

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Hot vs. Cold Jewelry Connections:

Patti walks you through a range of hot and cold connections so you can see which type of connection each of your jewelry designs need.

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Learn How to Make a Beaded Picot Edge

Begin your creative journey with seed beads today by mastering the fundamentals of bead embroidery. Join Rose and follow along to learn how to create a beaded picot edge in this step-by-step video tutorial.

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Learn the Potawatomi Seed Bead Stitch

Embark on your journey of creating with seed beads today by learning the fundamentals of the Potawatomi stitch through this step-by-step video tutorial with Rose.

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Tubular Chain Stitch

Begin your creative journey with seed beads today by mastering the essentials of tubular chain stitch. Follow the step-by-step video tutorial with Rose.

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