Reach for the moon and reach for the stars with half-moon peach moonstone beads and star-shaped pressed glass beads on a Powercord® elastic stretch bracelet.
Ask the Experts Tila Beads Q&A
Q: Could you please give me some stringing material options for TILA® beads?
Ask the Experts Stretch Bracelet Sizing Q&A
Q: Is there is a way of working out how many beads you will need for a stretch bracelet if the heads are mixed or have spacers? I have 8mm round beads and 11x8mm rice beads.
Creating Jewelry Inspired by Cocktails or Mocktails
Sip in the inspiration—this video shows you how to create stunning bracelets inspired by the colors and vibes of your favorite cocktails and mocktails.
Ask the Experts Stringing Q&A
Q: I would like to secure 1/16" elastic cords together (either end to end or overlapping). What size crimp should I get?
Set of Four Bracelets
Stay cool with gemstone stacking stretch bracelets featuring kyanite, iolite, green onyx and malachite. Wear alone or stack ’em all for classic style.
Ask the Experts Cord Q&A
Q: I want to make an 8mm beaded bracelet using turquoise and mother-of-pearl. What size elastic cord should I get?
Bracelet
Patriotic eye candy! Colorfully swirled glass beads and rhinestone-studded rondelles dance on an elastic cord for easy wear.
Bracelet and Earring Set
Sesame jasper’s muted tones pair beautifully with silver-plated beads, sky blue topaz and Purely Silk™ tassels in this elegant bracelet and earring set.
Ask the Experts Stretch Cord Q&A
Q: How do I choose how much elastic cord I need for a bracelet? Should it have any tension on the cord, or only after you put it on? Where do I measure, on the person, to get it right?
Set of Three Stretch Bracelets
Get inspired by TILA® beads. This three-bracelet set features sleek iridescent beads in subtle tones, accented by vivid splashes of teal and patinaed green.
6 Essential Jewelry Making Techniques You Need to Know
Follow along as Patti shares her list of top tools and materials every jewelry maker needs for various techniques.
Ten-Piece Bracelet Set
Get into the Swiftie spirit with this set of ten bracelets crafted from acrylic, glass and polymer clay beads in cheerful and lively colors.
Stretch Bracelet
Stretch your fashion sense with a moukaite jasper stretch bracelet that’s sure to be a bestseller.
Ask the Experts Size Q&A
Q: How do I choose the size stretch cord to make bracelets?
Ask the Experts Crimping Q&A
Q: I am just not good with knots. I would prefer to use crimp tubes on stretch cord ("powercord"). I would like some reassurance that finished bracelets would last for a long time with wear. Have you had any testimonies from clients on this, and what is your opinion?
Ask the Experts Needle Q&A
Q: What type of needle is used for beading with Power Cord? Thank You
Ask the Experts Crystal Stringing Material Q&A
Q: What type of threads can I use for crystals? Can I use silk thread or only wire?
Ask the Experts Securing Powercord® Q&A
Q: How do you tie off an elastic cord, as in a bracelet?
Ask the Experts Stretchy Q&A
Q: I have been seeing watch bands made with beads and safety pins and they just stretch. What would be a good choice of stringing material to use so the safety pin will not break it and it stretches.
Ask the Experts Best Knot and Glue for Elastic Cord Q&A
Q: What kind of knot do you tie when using elastic cord for a bracelet so it is secure when you're done beading?
Ask the Experts Power Cord Q&A
Q: I made a couple of gemstone chip bracelets on Power cord, but I don't like the way they turned out. The knot area, with a small dab of glue on it, is stiff and brittle. The cord seems to have "warped" and appears to be stretched out of shape. The chips slid on the cord easily so that would not seem to be the reason for this distortion of the cord. Help!
Ask the Experts Elastic Cord Q&A
Q: I live in Denver, CO and I have a problem with elastic cording breaking. My guess is it due to the lack of humidity. What would be the best elastic cording to use that will last?
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.