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How to Use Bulldog Crimps™

Using Bulldog Crimps™ is easy. They work ideally as temporary crimps for stringing beads and holding multiple strands together for display or organization.

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Lashed Wrap Bracelet

Metallic Half Tila® beads stack up in this stylish lashed wrap bracelet, a strong on-going trend. Step-by-step instructions courtesy of Miyuki.

Design Idea E94M

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Using Small Crystals to Make Corners in Designs

Learn how to use small crystals as corner beads and create this sparkling bracelet in this tutorial.

Design Idea H929

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Stretchy Cord Bracelet

Stretch your skills with this fun, easy bracelet project! Judy Hendrix guides you through making stretch bracelets in this fun and colorful tutorial.

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The Y Necklace

Follow the steps below to create a timeless and fashionable "Y" necklace. Your necklace is sure to get "oohs and aahs" from all who see it.

Video Length 6:51

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Memory Wire Bracelet

A stunning memory wire bracelet adorned with a harmonious blend of natural wood, captivating gemstones, and elegant sterling silver charms and beads.

Design Idea L10K

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Bracelet and Earrings Set

Complete your ensemble with our elegant 3-strand bracelet and matching earrings, adorned with Preciosa Czech rose and Labrador crystal beads, beautifully complemented by antique silver-plated pewter accents.

Design Idea PH28

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How to Thread a Needle with Ease

Learn an alternate way to thread a needle without holding it in the air. Clear images demonstrate every step in this how-to.

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How to Use French Wire with Thread

French wire is designed to protect thread and other stringing materials from fraying at the loop of a clasp. Learn how to incorporate it in your designs with these illustrated instructions.

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How to Dye Pearls

Learn how to easily dye pearls to match any outfit or occasion, a process which has been a closely guarded trade secret.

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Morse Code "Nerd is the New Cool" Earrings

Follow the instructions to create "Nerd is the New Cool" Morse Code earrings.

Design Idea PG2J

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Using a Stop Bead

Follow along with instructions for how to use a stop bead to keep beads on the thread when starting any off-loom stitch. The stop bead is temporary and easy to remove.

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Morse Code "Best Friends Forever" Earrings

Support four-legged friends and the organizations protecting them with the proceeds from themed jewelry, like these Morse Code “Best Friends Forever” earrings.

Design Idea PG24

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Double-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Bold AND beautiful! Crystal Passions® pearls pair with golden large-link chain in this timeless and elegant jewelry set. Includes full written instructions for creating both necklace and earrings.

Design Idea LA2P

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Mother-of-pearl shell meets the dramatic flashes of Czech fire-polished glass for a striking necklace and earrings set that is just as at home on the seaside as the dance floor.

Design Idea HC0K

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Bracelet

Bead your own Lush Embellished Bracelet using whatever beads strike your fancy. This detailed design by internationally recognized artist and author Sherry Serafini includes a video how-to with Sherry, plus full step-by-step written instructions.

Design Idea 7448

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How to Create the Cubic Right Angle Weave

Here's an easy solution to learning the cubic right-angle weave. Simply follow this illustrative guide and start designing today.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Prometheus® fine silver clay allows you to create one-of-a-kind pieces of art. This beautiful silver feather pendant pairs perfectly with turquoise beads

Design Idea L10Y

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

An eclectic mix of shapes and colors, this necklace and earring set is perfect for welcoming spring with a dash of drama.

Design Idea H926

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Go green (and gold) with this elegant Y-necklace that’s right on the money. Created by world-renowned designer Gulten Dye, this glass bead and crystal pearl creation includes full step-by-step instructions.

Design Idea C16S

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The Braided Look: 3-strand Bracelet

Braiding multiple strands of small beads gives body to the design and creates visually captivating textures. These easy-to-follow instructions for three-strand braids will get you started.

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Triple-Strand Necklace, Bracelet and Earring Set

Tube-shaped beads, enhanced by the shimmer of Preciosa Czech crystals, lend an intriguing texture and abundant sparkle to this captivating jewelry set.

Design Idea FC37

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Jazz up a simple string of pearls with the shimmer of Crystal Passions®. This jewelry set combines the sparkling allure of bicones with the gentle luster of crystal pearls for jewelry that is both elegant and exciting.

Design Idea E73R

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Adjustable Cord Necklaces, Bracelets and Anklets

Follow this handy tutorial to learn how to take a pair of cords and a focal and turn them into an eye-catching adjustable necklace!

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Bring the luck in nature's grace with our single-strand necklace and earring set featuring exquisite magnesite, snow quartz, and mountain jade gemstone beads, accentuated by a delicate four-leaf clover charm.

Design Idea H827

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Lanyard

Personalized and playful, this lanyard features colorful acrylic letter beads strung for a fun, perfect for keys, badges, or everyday carry.

Design Idea PA4H

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Get ready for spring with this easy-to-make jewelry set bursting with the cheery greens and yellows of the first daffodils.

Design Idea H80L

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set

Large-hole beads with cutouts make perfect frames for small beads in this spring-ready set.

Design Idea PE22

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Experience the beauty of sunstone in this necklace that shines bright. Named 'The Schiller Effect,' this piece is sure to be a customer favorite.

Design Idea HC0G

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Set sail with the shimmering allure of this necklace, destined to add a sea of style to any wardrobe.

Design Idea HA1K

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Bracelet

Silver-toned findings complement the oceanic blues of sodalite, while the off-white leather cord highlights the white streaks in this lapis lazuli lookalike.

Design Idea HA1S

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Single-Strand Necklace

Unisex designs are in! The deep brown-red of brecciated jasper and deep black Hemalyke™ heishi beads compliment the stainless steel triskele pendant for a necklace that anyone can appreciate.

Design Idea GA0L

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set

Green aventurine and honey-colored citrine complement gold-filled tube beads for a stately, understated necklace and earring set.

Design Idea HA1H

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Collar-Style Necklace and Earring Set

Blues and golds with clear crystal accents give this fantastic collar necklace Egyptian vibes worthy of an Ancient Egyptian priest.

Design Idea G50L

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Enhance your elegance with this exquisite single-strand necklace and earring set. Adorned with beautifully crafted glass and lampworked glass beads.

Design Idea GA3A

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Creating a patriotic look with red, white, and blue Czech glass beads is a wonderful way to show your national pride.

Design Idea FB0V

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Single-Strand Necklace

Create a beautiful yin-yang unisex statement with this simple stringing project.

Design Idea FB0W

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Bib-Style Necklace and Earring Set

Iryna Combs created "Passion of Alexandrite" for her June-born daughter to showcase the stone's remarkable color-shifting qualities. This award winning design is crafted with Crystal Passions® fancy stones and complemented by crystal pearls.

Design Idea PF3Q

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Double-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set

This elegant set includes a double-strand necklace and matching earrings with Czech glass druk beads and gold-plated accents.

Design Idea FB3R

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

This captivating jewelry set is ex-shell-ent! Showcase vibrant Paua shell beads and focal in a single-strand necklace and coordinating earrings.

Design Idea FC03

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Designing with Invisible Cording

Follow along in this video to create a necklace with 'floating' crystal rings using Invizi™-Cord.

Video Length 2:23

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set

Show your love for man's best friend or your support for the local Humane Society or ASPCA with this darling dog-themed jewelry set.

Design Idea PG26

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Double-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

"Stars and Orbits" is a dazzling necklace and earrings set, crafted with Crystal Passions® Beads, Seed Beads, and Antiqued Silver-Plated Brass Cones, showcasing celestial elegance and sparkle.

Design Idea FA0B

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Multi-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Elevate your style with the tousled turquoise hues of this multi-strand necklace and earring set.

Design Idea F64K

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Powercord® Elastic Cord

You’ll love Powercord®, especially after learning about the benefits of this latex-free elastic cording for jewelry-making in a product show-and-tell that shows a variety of colors and widths available at Fire Mountain Gems and Beads.

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Komboloi

Used for everything from meditation to fidget-calming, this design includes step-by-step instructions for making your own worry beads.

Design Idea 870Z

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Stretch Bracelet

Make your own Powercord® energy bracelets with gemstone beads for fast-selling designs.

Design Idea K11A

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Double-Strand Necklace

Accentuate the shapes of pendants with wirework lines. In this necklace design, wire is used to trace and accentuate the veins of the amber butterfly wing.

Design Idea K11Q

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