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How do you attach beads to "illusion" cord?

Place a drop of G-S Hypo Cement on the cord where you want to place the bead, string the bead and then slide the bead down to its position on the...

How do you make shawl pins?

Shawl pins can be made using kilt pins, with or without loops, or large safety pins that have removable heads. Dress either of these two types of...

How many inches long should I make bracelets?

The standard adult-sized bracelet is approximately 7 inches for women and 8 inches for men. If you don't know the wrist size of the person you are...

What thread do you use for bead crochet?

You have a couple of options:Silkon® Bonded nylon thread works well for crochet. Most beads string well onto this thread, which is a synthetic...

What is macramé beading cord? Where is it in your catalogue?

Macramé cord is a type of woven cord commonly used to make adjustable and knotted jewelry designs. While macramé was originally created by Arabic...

What is mica powder and what is it used for?

Mica is a phyllosilicate-type mineral that grows in the earth in crystal form and is abundant in many countries around the world. Mica has a wide...

What factors should I consider when choosing a clasp for my jewelry design?

When you are choosing a clasp for your design, consider the following:Clasp Size:Is the clasp the appropriate size for the beads used? For example,...

I am a beginner and am having a problem with the finishing touches of my jewelry. Is there a step by step book that you can suggest for beginners?

I would suggest the "Secrets to Beading Success" book as a good place to start. It covers 16 techniques as well as 14 complete projects. Secrets to...

Do you have any ideas for me to create my own jewelry to support the Movember moustache event?

Use about 4 inches of firm craft wire maybe 16- or 18-gauge, with 3 or 4mm brown or black beads or size 6 seed beads and make your own moustache...

I have a lovely and unusual shark's tooth. I have been looking everywhere for directions to use it in a necklace and haven't been able to find anything.

If this item is undrilled, the best way to turn it into a pendant is by wire wrapping it to create a pendant. Or, if you don't mind altering the...

How do you know what size thread to use for a necklace strung with knots in between each bead? I have had experience with the beads slipping over the knots.

When knotting pearls, it is likely that freshwater cultured pearls will have much smaller holes than glass pearls or Swarovski crystal crystal...

I make concrete pendants, but need a metal frame for them so they are stronger, how could I do that?

Using metal inlay components or frames will give your pendants a solid structure as well as a professionally finished look. Create your concrete and...

Please explain how to make a simple lariat necklace. Also I would like to learn how to make a choker necklace with a focal piece.

There are instructions on a lariat-style necklace in our free beading instructions Jewelry-Making Projects.Simply Beads magazine shared one of their...

I am seeing cabochons used with pictures and words and I want to use this style to make a 50th wedding anniversary piece for my mom. Is it just printer paper, is there a certain glue or mounting that has to be used?

Scale down words or images and print onto standard printer or copy paper. Place a clear glass cabochon over the image and trace around it. Note: If...

I want to remove saltwater pearls from an old setting. How is that accomplished without harming the pearls?

Try to dislodge the pearl from it's setting with a twisting motion to weaken the old adhesive and break the bond. If successful, use an orange stick...

Lobster Claw clasps: if a large one is needed, do I order a higher mm or lower one? What is your largest size lobster claw clasp?

The higher the number of millimeters, the larger the clasp. Most designers choose lobster claw clasps that are similar in scale to the beads they are...

When working on a multiple strand necklace, what advice do you give as far as handling the ends while you're beading? I've tried it and sometimes drop a line and my beads go everywhere!

Hemostats to the rescue!This handy tool isn't just for surgeons anymore--jewelry makers find them infinitely helpful to hold threads and beads in...

How do you put crimp beads on two pieces of cording?

We recommend using 2-strand crimp ends so each cord end has its own secure connection. A few other secure options include:Adding a cord tip or cord...

What findings do I need to make earrings with half-drilled beads?

When making a pair of earrings or a pendant using half-drilled beads, you need a finding that has a cup with a post or peg. The cup holds or cradles...

What is the best way to attach a 13x6.5mm side-drilled crystal teardrop to an 11x8mm cubic zirconia earstud with loop?

Jump rings are your answer! A fine-gauge jump ring will fit through the drill hole in the crystal drop and slip easily onto the earstud...

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