Bead Stringing Resources

bead stringing resources

An Ancient Technique with Modern Applications

Stringing beads is one of the foundational skills of jewelry making and it can open up a myriad of design possibilities. Master this versatile and ever-popular technique with our abundant bead stringing resources.

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Secrets to Using Bead Caps


Use a bead cap to create a professional look on bead dangles and strung jewelry designs. Tammy Honaman, expert jewelry maker, shows how to secure a bead cap on top of beads using a head pin and simple loop jewelry-making technique.



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Holiday Triple-Strand Glass Bead Bracelet

Create and celebrate the holiday season in style with a triple-strand bracelet featuring festive Czech fire-polished glass beads.

Helpful Technique: How to Open and Close Rings

Learn how to easily and correctly open and close jump rings and split rings in this video tutorial. This is a must watch when attaching charms.

Explore Our Bead Stringing Gallery

Once you have mastered bead stringing and you're ready to take your jewelry-making skills to the next level, exploring wireworking is a natural progression. Wireworking involves shaping, wrapping, and connecting metal wires to create unique jewelry components like clasps, links, and decorative designs. This technique adds versatility to your repertoire, allowing you the freedom to craft more customized and intricate pieces.
Expand your jewelry-making skills and deepen your knowledge of wireworking