Finishing Jewelry Projects with Crimp Tubes
Crimp tubes are essential for keeping stringing projects secure and today’s crimps have evolved far beyond the tiny metal pieces once crushed flat onto stiff beading wire.
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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.
Earrings
Create elegant fall earrings with Celestial Crystal® beads for a subtle charm and feminine allure for any outfit.
Bracelet
Capture the glistening hues of winter in this holiday-themed bracelet. A blend of silver-plated pewter beads and crystal rhinestones makes this an irresistible treat.
The Beadmakers' Handbook
Download for FREE the first openly available resource for the beader and jewelry maker. Includes bead-stringing designs and techniques. Discover where it all began!
Beading Needles: A Comprehensive Guide for Every Project
What needles are best for what types of beading projects? If this question has you in stitches, never fear! Our handy guide is here to give you some sharp advice and tips to keep your beadwork on point.
Earrings
The Preciosa Czech crystal beads in these earrings sparkle in candlelight, beautifully capturing the essence of Hanukkah's celebration of light.
All About Clasps: A Clasp Style Guide and Easy Reference Chart
Learn all about clasps and how to use them in this handy guide.
Know Your Beading Thread
Which thread is suited to seed beading? What's best for pearls? Learn about jewelry-making thread from Beadalon® WildFire™ to TOHO BEADS® One-G™ and more.
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.
Multi-Strand Bracelet
Step out in style with this multi-gemstone bracelet featuring Celestial Crystal® beads and gold-plated accents.
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.
The Rosary
Learn more about the holy rosary and how it's been a treasured devotion in the Catholic Church for centuries.
Triple-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Make a bold statement with this stunning necklace and earring set that exudes earthy elegance. This showstopper features beads of dyed African "turquoise," antiqued copper and faceted red jasper, creating a truly captivating ensemble.
Collar-Style Necklace, Bracelet and Earring Set
Designer Florewela Dela Cruz Cornelis imagined seeing this set head Down the Aisle and we can't help but want to see that, too.
Ornament
Craft an enduring vision of loveliness that will captivate generations to come with this radiant snowflake ornament, adorned with lustrous green beads and sparkling crystals.
Double-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
The cultured freshwater pearls and shimmering crystals in this set frame small pops of color, making this design as versatile as it is stunning.
Multi-Strand Bracelet
This breathtaking multi-strand bracelet is full of dreamy colors and fascinating textures. Deep-purple and lavender amethysts put on a regal show alongside prehnite, emerald and apatite's soothing hues.
Eyeglass Holder
Secure your eyeglasses in style with this eyeglass holder, featuring exquisite gemstone beads and sparkling Crystal Passions® flat backs, elegantly accented by metallic beads.
Eyeglass Holder
Secure your spectacles with practical, fashionable eye glass holders.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set
Embrace a spectrum of lush green hues with this stunning necklace and earring set featuring Crystal Passions® crystals. Perfect for celebrating the beauty of spring or donning a touch of green for any festive occasion.
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.
Bracelet
Wide spacer bars and gemstone beads warm up the cool silvery tones of this bold bracelet design, while the toggle clasp gives it a secure finish.
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