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Ask the Experts Findings Q&A

Q: I have been asked to make beaded pull chains for ceiling fans and window shades. I want to rise to this challenge, but how can I make something secure enough to handle the force? I appreciate your advice.

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Ask the Experts Wire Q&A

Q: Can I make earring wires from stainless steel wire? If so, explain the challenges and what gauge wire to use. Will it harden when hammered?

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Top 10 Seed Beading Tools

Work smarter, not harder when making seed bead jewelry. The tiny beads can present unique challenges, so here are specialty tools and templates that make all the difference.

A Jewelry-Maker's Advent Calendar

Advent calendars are a fun way to count down the days to Christmas, but what about using it as a jewelry-making challenge? This advent calendar has you making one piece a day, so better get started!

Are you a Hobbyist or in Business?

Thriving in any artistic endeavor can be challenging, and the complexity intensifies when the IRS scrutinizes your motivations. This article will guide you through.

Setting up a Safe Kiln Firing Area and Firing Enamels with a Kiln

Firing enamel in a kiln might appear challenging, but fear not—these step-by-step instructions empower you to confidently and safely craft brilliant, gleaming jewelry projects.

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How to Use the Vintaj® One-Step Looper Pliers

Transform a challenging task into a breeze with the Vintaj® One-Step Looper Pliers! Easily shape head pins to perfection for all your jewelry designs.

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Bracelet

Vitrearc© enamels infuse vibrant color into metal. Challenge your skills with a "Geometric Sunburst" pattern like this bracelet design by Christine Woollacott.

Design Idea G222

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Collar-Style Necklace

Laura Embrey challenged herself to reproduce an intricate pattern seen on a diary cover. Using seed beads and crystals, Laura has created a necklace worthy of a "Renaissance Queen."

Design Idea PF38

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Using Split Ring Pliers

Split ring pliers make it a snap to use sometimes-challenging split rings. Watch as jewelry designer Arbel demonstrates how to use this handy tool.

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Catharine Temaluru

I enter contests to boost my creative mood, and also to challenge myself to higher level. I sell my jewelries through.

Dessislava Vaughan

To me, jewelry-making is vocation and passion, a sanctuary and therapy better than any other. Challenging and rewarding, it is gymnastics for the mind and...

Printable Seed Bead Graph Paper

Seed beading can be a challenging yet rewarding experience, especially when making your own patterns. With these free, printable PDF patterns, your experience can be even better.

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