Jewelry Making Resources | Fire Mountain Gems and Beads

Single-Strand Necklace

Designed with a sparkling summer aesthetic, this citrus green Crystal Passions® necklace shines with vibrant color and captures the season’s lively energy.

Design Idea RE3G

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Bracelet

Create bold, unique bracelets with a lampworked glass bead on nylon cord. Quick to make, with a slider knot for adjustable fit. Perfect for custom designs!

Design Idea RD3H

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Ask the Experts Knotting Q&A

Q: I made a 4mm sterling silver bead elastic bracelet. What is the best way to hide the knot? The hole in the bead is too small to hide the knot. Do I use a 4mm crimp bead, put it over the knot and then use a 4mm sterling crimp cover? Would the beads all look the same once completed? Thanks so much.

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Set of 3 Bracelets

Natural linen is perfectly on-trend in these subtly sophisticated bracelets, featuring gold-plated beads and shimmering seed beads for a touch of simple charm.

Design Idea RF2N

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Macramé Bracelet

Boho-chic meets beachy. This macramé bracelet's simple design highlights a colorful focal bead and a slide-knot clasp accommodates many wrist sizes.

Design Idea RF29

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Ask the Experts Stringing Q&A

Q: I want to string heavy gemstones and chips with flowing knotted cording the way that pearls are knotted. I'm afraid the weight and sharp edges of the stones will wear out and tear ordinary silk. Will it? What else can I knot that is strong and won't fray? Will nylon cord work?

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Watch Band

Explore the earthy elegance of a satin cord watch band, showcasing macrame's unique charm.

Design Idea QK33

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Two-Piece Bracelet and Earring Set

Every detail of this red cord bracelet embodies resilience, from its sterling silver "Strength" charm to its sturdy knots.

Design Idea RB2B

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Much Ado About Knotting: Macramé Through the Years

Learn more about all things macramé, from its ancient history to its place in modern trends.

How-To: Single Strand Slider Bracelet

Join Caitlyn of Busy Beader as Elaine shows how to make a slide-clasp knot closure for stylish bracelets.

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Single-Strand Necklace

Give them the moon, serenely embraced by gleaming silk macramé. Rainbow moonstone and silver-toned stars enhance the pendant’s celestial theme.

Design Idea QC36

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Ask the Experts Q&A

Q: I am making bracelets using 4.6mm alphabet letters and 2mm leather cording. My letters (arranged into a word) are centered on the cord. To hold them in place so they don't slide, I tie a knot on each side of the word. I am looking to use some type of bead, crimp or something instead of the knot to prevent the letters from sliding on the cord. Any suggestions? I saw something called smart beads but I don't think the hole is big enough to fit the 2mm leather through it.

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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.

Design Idea QG23

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6 Essential Jewelry Making Techniques You Need to Know

Follow along as Patti shares her list top tools and materials every jewelry maker needs for various techniques.

Video Length 8:14

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Bracelet

Make a bold friendship statement! The brilliant reds, oranges and yellows in this friendship bracelet remind you of warm feelings for your friends.

Design Idea KB26

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Single-Strand Necklace

This earthy necklace demonstrates that tan leatherette cord wrapped with silver wire and showcasing a Celtic knot pendant can create a look that's both rugged and crisp.

Design Idea D109

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Shamballa Bracelets

Shamballa bracelets are a perfectly balanced jewelry project. All you need are beads, cord and a bit of knotwork knowledge. Read on to learn how!

Earrings

This earring design is versatile enough to be whatever you'd like--a flower, a Celtic knot or planetary orbits. Colorful jump rings and Celestial Crystals® are easy to personalize.

Design Idea E91E

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Ask the Experts Lover's Knot Q&A

Q: My great aunt used to tie her beaded necklaces into a lover's knot, but I have lost the instructions. Do you know how?

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Ask the Experts Pearl Knotting Q&A

Q: How do you know what size thread to use for a necklace strung with knots in between each bead? I have had experience with the beads slipping over the knots.

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Ask the Experts Finishing a Silk Multi-Strand Necklace Q&A

Q: I have seen a necklace that I would love to make, but I need advice on the clasp at the back. The necklace was 10 strands of silk thread with pearls and crystals knotted about 1 to 1-1/2 inches apart. It looked like a crimp with a loop that finished it off, but I am unsure which one to order to complete the necklace, or even if this is the right way to go. Can you please advise? Thanks so much!

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Ask the Experts Small Beads Q&A

Q: I have several strands of tiny 2.5mm diamond beads and am in a quandary as to the best way to string them. I've tried fishing line and extra fine beading wire, but I'm not satisfied with the results. I've also tried stringing them onto jump rings I made with 18K 30-gauge wire, but it made them look too spread out. Any suggestions?

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