Fiber & Textile Resources

Embellish Your Style with Vibrant Fiber and Textile Jewelry

Fiber and textile jewelry-making covers a broad variety of techniques: kumihimo, macramé, soutache, fingerloop braiding, crochet and more. Explore our free patterns, instructions and tutorials to learn about this touchable art form for jewelry and more.

What Kind of Thread to Use?

It's a great big world of thread out there! See your stringing options using the thread chart. Watch this video to learn about the comprehensive thread chart that lists the types of thread and cord available at Fire Mountain Gems. Discover which threads are best for the various beading applications.

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Secrets to Kumihimo

Learn Kumihimo braiding and create stylish, on-trend bracelets in this 9-part video series featuring a variety of designs by jewelry designer Elaine.

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How to Create Tassels

Tassels are all the rage in jewelry and accessories. Learn how to create your own custom tassels with the Beadalon® tassel maker and threading of your choice.

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How to Create Diamonds

Step up your macramé game! Dive into this instructional video and discover how to effortlessly create stunning diamond patterns. Get ready to embark on a macramé adventure like never before!

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Creating a Net with Square Knots

Creating a macramé net with square knots is easier than you think, especially when following along with this how-to video led by jewelry designer Jude.

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How to Create Macramé Leaves

Macramé leaves are a great way to bring life to jewelry. This instructional video provides step-by-step instructions on how to include them in your designs.

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How to Make Survival Paracord Watchbands and Bracelets

Learn how to make survival paracord bracelets and watchbands for all the outdoor enthusiasts in your life.

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Featured Design Inspiration

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Lariat Wrap Necklace

The bold and refined collide in this edgy lariat necklace, as black suede cord embraces a silver-plated circle and dangles raw, hand-faceted citrine nuggets..

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Terminating Leather Strands with Cones

Learn how to elegantly terminate leather strands with cones in this simple tutorial.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Try out a modern trend with a vintage feel. Antiqued components and red silk thread are used to bring an air of Victorian sophistication to this popular tassel design.

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Dream Catcher

This Native American-inspired dreamcatcher wind chime is a fun project that can easily be designed and modified to suit your own style.

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Watch Band

Explore the earthy elegance of a satin cord watch band, showcasing macrame's unique charm.

Design Idea QK33

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Earrings

Nylon tassels dangle gracefully from gold-tone cones in this earring idea. Choose specific colors and finishes to truly make these your own.

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Double-Strand Necklace

Look at what’s possible using a Kumihimo disk and satin cord. This froggy necklace is sure to make your customers smile.

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Bracelet

Adorned with alternating black obsidian and red agate gemstone beads, this bracelet is carefully threaded with imitation silk cord and exudes a captivating blend of natural allure and contemporary charm.

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