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The Therapeutic Art of Beading

Discover how the simple act of beading can become a powerful tool for mindfulness, relaxation and emotional well-being.

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.

DIY Energy Bracelets Are As Easy As 1-2-3

Energy bracelets are more than just jewelry. Take advantage of this sought-after jewelry style and make energy bracelets to sell online or at craft fairs as meaningful gifts.

Mala Beads: How to Make Your Own Mala

Learn the different spiritual uses for mala bracelets and their significance across cultures in this informative article.

Komboloi - The Mystery and the History of Greek Worry Beads

Discover the fascinating history of Greek Komboloi beads—a timeless tool for stress relief and contemplation—and learn how to make your own.

How Many Beads per Strand?

Use this handy chart to determine the number of beads per strand according to bead size and strand length, which can vary from batch to batch.

Spotlight on Celestial Crystal®

Celestial Crystal® is our line of crystal beads and components. Explore a few of our favorites and discover how to bring their dazzling versatility to your jewelry designs.

The Many Uses of Accu-Flex®

Discover the versatility of Accu-Flex® professional-quality beading wire—perfect for a wide range of jewelry-making techniques, beyond just stringing.

Crimp Tubes

Crimp tubes are THE finding to keep your stringing projects intact and crimps have come a long way from the days of the little round piece of metal you "crush flat" to secure inflexible beading wire.

Beaded Brooches

Brooches have long been a popular accessory for adding a touch of style and elegance to any outfit. Discover design ideas and inspiration to make your own beaded brooches.

The Beadmakers' Handbook

The first openly available resource for the beader and jewelry maker, the Beadmakers' Handbook includes bead-stringing designs and techniques. Download the free PDF and discover where it all began!

All About Crimps

Crimps are the powerhouse finding that secures one or more strands of beading wire. Learn more about crimps and how to use them in this article.

A Dozen Ways to End a Necklace

Sometimes it's not easy to know how to end a necklace, especially when there are so many ways that you can start it. Well take a breath of relief, here are a dozen ways to help you.

Know Your Beading Wire

Learn to select the perfect beading wire to satisfy your needs. Key factors to consider are flexibility, resistance to kinking, strength and color.

Stringing and Jewelry-Making Fundamentals

Bead stringing is the backbone of many designs; the rest can be done with a few jewelry-making fundamentals. Learn the fundamentals you need to create your own jewelry lines.

Beading as Meditation

In this article author, designer and instructor Kristal Wick shares her experience of using beading as a form of meditation, emphasizing its calming and transformative effects on her daily life, and providing practical tips for incorporating this beading meditation into a busy schedule.

Look! Beaded Eyeglass Holders

Eyeglass holders can be both fun and functional. Add some beads and they can become a fashion statement. Read this article for ideas on beaded eyeglass holders.

How to Use a Bead Board

Make your designing life easier with bead boards. Learn the bead board types and how these tools are advantageous to the beginner as well as the high-producing professional.

Fun with French Wire

Looking for a versatile wire that can be used as a junction, spacer or even an abrasion shield in jewelry designs? French wire might be your solution!

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