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Colorfastness in Beads and Jewelry-Making Supplies

Avoid color bleed in beads! Learn all about colorfastness, how to identify what jewelry-making supplies are colorfast and tips for protecting color in your creations.

Earrings

Watch this fringed pair of earrings dance as you move, catching the light in iridescent flashes. Practice your seed bead stitching to make your own.

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Anodized

Learn the meaning of "anodized" and how it enhances both the visual appeal and durability of jewelry pieces.

Hoops Re-Imagined: Stylish Accessories for Modern Times

These aren't your mother's hoops! Discover the hottest hoop earring trends and how you can incorporate them into your designs.

Cuff Bracelet

Crafting this stylish bracelet is easy with an Almost Instant Jewelry® silver-plated cuff bracelet setting.

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Earrings

Create a sophisticated set of earrings using brick-red beading wire that is complemented by Crystal Passions® beads and Toho Beads® seed beads.

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Bracelet

Peyote stitch is only the beginning for this bracelet. Stitch back through the generous holes of Matsuno seed beads and embellish with sparkling Crystal Passions® bicones.

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Earrings

Coppery crimps and stardust crimp covers pair up in this swinging earring design featuring fine sterling silver serpentine or box chain and secure leverback ear wires.

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Multi-Strand Necklace

This crazy lace agate and Czech glass necklace project includes crimp tubes with loops, multiple chains and a side closure. Make your own with Tammy Honaman's how-to video!

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Regencycore

Explore the Hollywood portrayals of 19th century England to capture the beauty of high-society style and meld it with modern fashion trends.

Bib-Style Necklace and Earring Set

Create some sweet style with this bee-themed leather and sterling silver honeycomb jewelry set. Make your own with Jamie's step-by-step instructions.

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Secrets to Wireworking

Join Patti on a journey through the Secrets to Wireworking. Moving from basic to complex designs, this video series covers a variety of techniques to expand your jewelry-making prowess.

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Five-Piece Bracelet Set

Relax and embrace life with these delightful affirmation bracelets, featuring charming silver-plated flowers, sparkling crystals and shimmering Miyuki seed beads.

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Bracelet

Stylishly go through your blue period with an elegant bracelet featuring turquoise-dyed howlite, Preciosa Capri blue and golden heishi beads with a blue agate cabochon drop.

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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.

Money Clip

Show your style with this steampunk-inspired money clip! Adorned with rhinestones, a carnelian cabochon and antique brass gears, it's a must-have accessory for the modern trendsetter.

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Double-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Draw inspiration from this stunning red and gold necklace and earring set, crafted to showcase mesmerizing gradients of color.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Show off your family tree in style with this customizable necklace and earring set, featuring gold-plated boy and girl charms and sparkling Preciosa crystals.

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Earrings

Exuding timeless elegance, these Wedgewood-inspired cameo earrings boast a refined vintage allure that is both understated and sophisticated.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Spread awareness with this charming necklace and earring set featuring demure rose Czech crystals, lustrous gold-plated beads and a dainty angel charm symbolizing hope for a cure.

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Earrings

Capture the magic of dragonflies with these shimmering gold-plated earrings. Dancing with whimsy and glee, they leave a kaleidoscope of sparkling crystals in their wake.

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Bracelet

A tribute to Mom, this hand-painted charm bracelet features both silver- and gold-plated charms, as well as dancing Crystal Passions® amethyst flowers and silver chain.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Unveil the sweet secret of this fetching necklace and earring set. The locket has been adorned with Crystal Passions® flat backs for sparkle and engraved with a special date.

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Earrings

Think outside the box with these inventive long-stemmed rose earrings, featuring sparkling Crystal Passions® peridot and red coral beads and sterling silver flower bead caps.

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Bracelet

Abundant in luxurious elements such as turquoise, garnet, amethyst, gold and pearls, this bracelet offers the perfect opportunity to personalize your jewelry designs.

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Bracelet

Embrace the essence of spring with this enchanting antique gold-plated bracelet, adorned with delicate pewter charms and airy sky-blue beads.

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Double-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

The twin chains on this double-stranded necklace lend it grandeur; the shimmering cubic zirconia drops suspended over an openwork flower charm infuse it with personality.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

The captivating asymmetry of this necklace and earring set draws focus to the sterling silver heart charms and links that unite the rich Crystal Passions® Bordeaux beads.

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Earrings

These fun and flirty earrings feature glittering Celestial Crystal® beads and radiant Preciosa crystal chatons for a look that will leave everyone green with envy.

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Rosary

The gorgeous luminescence of the cat's eye glass beads adorning this sterling silver rosary lends it a shimmering beauty all its own.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

A sparkling cross charm enhances this delicate rose quartz and sterling silver jewelry set, adding a touch of extra significance.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Reimagine components with this innovative necklace and earring set. Repurposing a watch body as a showcase for sparkling crystals and a silver charm, it teems with magic.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Crystal Passions® faceted beads come alive with sparkling brilliance in this sterling silver necklace and earring set, featuring intricate tree-of-life charms.

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Bracelet

Let this silver bracelet inspire you with its potential for personalization. Adorned with silver letters, cubic zirconia drops and a heartfelt charm, it is sweet and fitting.

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Multi-Strand Necklace

Take a dive into the beauty of the sea with this necklace showcasing heishi beads and a pendant crafted from a variety of gorgeous seashells.

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Bead Embroidery

Learn about the magic of bead embroidery and let Jody Young’s pieces and free videos inspire you.

Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Neon is in! Shout your style with this seed beaded earrings and necklace combination.

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Cufflet

This award-winning cufflet, crafted by Zegna Aston, features stunning wirework along with Crystal Passions beads and pearls, promising to inspire brides across the globe with its exquisite beauty.

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Cufflet

Showcase your passion for both jewelry and science with this unique cufflet. Hemalyke beads and Crystal Passions® dazzle against a chainmaille canvas, blending fashion with a mechanical edge.

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Bib-Style Necklace, Cufflet and Earring Set

Discover the enchanting allure of this necklace, earring, and hand bracelet set, inviting you to explore every shimmering detail up close. This parure ignites a passion for sparkling beadwork.

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Bib-Style Necklace, Cufflet and Earring Set

It might seem like Anh Nhan chose real sunflowers for this necklace, but she skillfully crafted them with beads for "Sun Flower Field."

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Cufflet

This award-winning chainmaille cufflet, designed by Rachel Fleming, is guaranteed to spark your creativity with its exceptional craftsmanship.

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Top 10 Best-Selling Chains

Are you in a chain rut? Here are top-selling chains and design ideas to help guide your jewelry production.

How to Sell Your Handmade Jewelry Through Etsy

Are you ready to turn your jewelry-making hobby into a business? Etsy.com is a great place to start selling handmade items. Learn how to set up shop here.

Seven Principles of Design for Jewelry-Making

Turn jewelry making into an art form with these 7 key design principles. Learn how balance, movement and more can inspire new heights of creativity.

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.

Supply Chain Issues: How to Navigate Them and Get What You Need

Navigating supply chain issues might feel messy and complicated, but it doesn't have to be. Read on for expert tips from Fire Mountain Gem's own product management lead, KC.

The Rock Star Look: Embellished Guitar Straps

Explore a myriad of creative possibilities to personalize your guitar strap in this insightful and imaginative article, brimming with inspiring ideas.

A Fire Mountain Friendship

A friendship kindled during a tour of Fire Mountain Gems and Beads blossoms into a journey filled with thrilling adventures.

What Does Jewelry Mean to Us?

What does your jewelry say? From cultural symbolism to psychology to group affiliations, this article delves into the complexity behind our jewelry.

Alternate Outlets for Selling

Suffering losses from canceled events? This article can help. Branch beyond the show floor and discover alternate methods for marketing your products and boosting sales.

The Gemstone Information Manual by the American Gem Trade Association

The Federal Trade Commission Guides for the Jewelry Industry as revised April 10, 2001 are designed to prevent unfair or deceptive trade practices.

The Earring Styles of the Princess of Wales

Allow this article to spark your creativity, encouraging you to craft your own Princess Kate-inspired earring designs that capture her elegance at a fraction of the price.

The Wonder of Cloisonné

Discover the rich history and intricate techniques behind cloisonné, from ancient origins to modern art. Explore its timeless beauty and craftsmanship!

The Story Behind the Boss' Bead Bag

Discover the story of the Boss' Bead Bag, a unique mix of beads born from a serendipitous accident. Get your hands on a bundle of beading goodness in one grab bag!

A Fashion Guide to Hip Jewelry

Almost anything goes when you're crafting trendy hip jewelry, where styles ranging from punk to vintage are fair game. Get inspired to create something that transcends the ordinary.

Say it with Chain

Every design has a story. Learn how to share who you are and why you make jewelry so people can build a relationship with you and your work.

Leather Guitar Strap

Why settle for plain guitar straps? Christie Johnson used seed beads to create stunning, intricate patterns in this captivating example.

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Seed Beaded Guitar Strap

Lydia Humphrey's "Shadow and Flame Guitar Strap" is a striking example of how you can decorate anything with seed beads.

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Bracelet

Show off your rock 'n roll side with this crystal skull bracelet. A leather band and dark rhinestones keep this tough look in tune.

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How to Sell Your Handmade Jewelry Through Amazon Handmade

Amazon is one of the top shopping websites in the world. Read on to learn how its success can benefit your jewelry-making business. How, to, Sell, Your, Handmade, Jewelry, Through, Amazon, Handmade,

Guitar Strap

Nearly everything can be beaded. Designer Lydia Humphrey brought beads to a guitar strap to great effect, creating visual stimulation to accompany musical enjoyment.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Gaze into the depths of mesmerizing blush-toned chatons, elegantly framed by a combination of rose and yellow gold-finished seed beads in this exquisite necklace and earring set.

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Glitz and Glamour with Embellished Sandals, Heels and Sneakers

Create custom shoes with popular jewelry-making components! Read on to learn how.

Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set

The captivating fusion of rose and black takes center stage in this striking necklace and earring set, blending femininity with flair.

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Royal Blues

Discover the timeless allure of royal blue and draw inspiration for your most profound blue creations.

Bracelet

Express your pop-culture style with this simple cotton bracelet that conveys its message through silver-plated pewter alphabet beads.

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How To Buy, Restore and Upcycle Grandma's Jewelry

Want to give Grandma's vintage jewelry a modern glow-up? Want to freshen up a family heirloom while still preserving its essence? Discover tips, ideas and more in this article.

Gemstone Optical Properties

Optical properties refer to the way gemstones interact with light. Color, interference and inclusions are all examples of optical properties. The first optical property is also the most obvious--color.

Bracelet

Effervescent color-changing beads make this stainless steel Swiftie bracelet sweet like honey on your wrist.

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Bracelet

Weave your own love story with this charming turquoise satin bracelet embellished with a message and dancing silver-plated beads.

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Body Chain

Get inspired to dive into the contemporary trend of adornment with all varieties of body chain.

Hair Sticks

Shimmering Crystal Passions® pearls and delicate Miyuki seed beads adorn these graceful hair sticks with cascading flowers, sure to add a touch of romance to any coiffure.

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Single-Strand Necklace

The soft, clear hues of a wintry sky unite in this stunning necklace, showcasing an aquamarine pendant adorned with Crystal Passions® beads and glittering cupchain.

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Beautiful at Any Age: Jewelry for Everyone

Explore the evolving jewelry preferences across generations, from classic pearls to dazzling crystals, fast fashion to enduring elegance. Let this article guide you in the right direction.

Bracelet

Create this whimsical Swiftie bracelet adorned with vibrant lime green polymer clay beads and a personalized romantic message.

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Special Effects in Jewelry-Making Materials

The rainbow in an opal, the jardin of an emerald, the shimmering asterisk in a star sapphire—learn why gemologists call these "phenomena" or "inclusions" instead of "flaws."

Single-Strand Necklace

Let this mesmerizing dark sunburst inspire you. Crafted with graduated sizes of mauve, garnet, copper and 24Kt gold seed beads, this necklace embodies elegance and beauty.

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Butterfly Jewelry: Let Your Creativity Soar

Butterfly-themed jewelry and accessories emerge as fashion-forward favorites every year. Read on for fresh ideas for incorporating these whimsical creatures into your jewelry.

Permanent Jewelry: Soldering Love and Friendship Bracelets

Permanent jewelry is a popular way to celebrate friendship, love, and meaningful relationships through jewelry.

Metal Clay Information

Metal clay is an easy-to-use material for creating custom metal pieces. Just manipulate the clay into the shape you want, dry, then fire it to turn it into precious metal. But that isn't all.

Easy on the Eyes—Tips to Improve Your Work Area

Good light is so important when beading. Here are some ideas about lighting and other ways to improve the beading workspace.

Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Imagine a heart full of love with this sweet necklace and earring set. Featuring an elaborate filigree heart and glowing red beads, this ensemble makes a perfect gift.

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Barbiecore Jewelry

Here's your invitation to the dreamhouse of Barbiecore. Life in plastic can be truly fantastic when you use your imagination and create in over-the-top femininity and pink, pink and more pink!

Single-Strand Necklace

This necklace features a bold ball chain paired with a Celtic sun pendant, symbolizing healing and life. The added lapis lazuli "tooth" represents strength, wisdom, and truth.

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Wakanda Inspired Jewelry

Marvel Studios' "Black Panther" and "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" brought African and Mayan cultures to the forefront. Let's take a closer look at jewelry styles from our Gallery of Designs that are in line with Wakanda style.

The Joy of Jewelry

Discover how the satisfaction of designing something and being able to gift, sell or wear it is an instant pick me up.

The Timeless Trend of Cultured Freshwater Pearls

There is something timeless and beautiful about pearls and weddings. Explore the different styles and lengths of these trendy but classical wedding accessories.

Astral Creations

Celebrate the celestial plane with on-trend astral jewelry. Read on to find the best colors and materials for these space-inspired designs.

Father's Day Jewelry Gifts

Learn about the history of Father's Day and how jewelry can make Dad's day even more special.

All About Jump Rings

Delve into our extensive jump ring resource. Here you'll find a wealth of information about one of the most versatile jewelry-making resources, from sizes and materials to chainmaille weaves.

The Language of Flowers

Learn to speak the language of the flowers for meaningful floral-themed jewelry. Check out this article to get your creativity blooming.

Fire Mountain Gems and Beads Has Great Discount Pricing

The more you buy, the more you save with Fire Mountain Gems' All-Assortable Pricing. Our pricing method is based on the total number of items in an order so the more items in your shopping cart the better

Six Ways to Create Cold Connections

No need to be a blacksmith to join metal to metal—you can use cold connections! Here are 6 ways to connect metals (or other materials) without using fire or electricity.