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Bracelet and Earring Set

This patriotic-inspired jewelry set features a bracelet and matching earrings, crafted with textured red and blue glass beads and shimmering gold accents.

Design Idea RF2X

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Quartz, Rutilated

Discover rutilated quartz, a stunning quartz variety with golden or silver rutile inclusions, known for its energy-amplifying and clarity-enhancing properties.

Bracelet

Shoot for the moon! Softly luminous peach and white moonstone beads gleam in this bracelet, accented by a dainty moon charm with sparkling cubic zirconias.

Design Idea RC39

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Ask the Experts Bead Huggers Q&A

Q: What can I use to secure a seed beaded bead I made? It’s an inch long and 2mm hole. I’m putting it on a silver 2mm tube, but it slides around. Does your company make bead huggers big enough to go onto the tube? What would you suggest?

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Ask the Experts Polishing Q&A

Q: I have a large labradorite bead that lost its glossy finish when I polished the necklace it's set in. Is there any way to restore the shine without taking it to a jeweler? Thanks.

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Ask the Experts Bails Q&A

Q: I have a 36-inch gold plate rope chain 2.5mm thick, and I want to attach a 1x2-inch pendant that consists of my initials. A tiny hole is attached to the top center of the pendant. I need some help finding an inexpensive bail that will hold the pendant steady as I wear it. Would appreciate any help! Thanks.

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Ring

A mesmerizing synthetic black opal shimmers against a backdrop of elegantly twisted silver wire in this stunning ring design.

Design Idea A92S

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Ring

Create unique, one-of-a-kind rings with metal clay, then embellish them with rhinestones or gemstones for a brilliant finishing touch.

Design Idea FC2J

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Earrings

Fiery seed beads dance in these stunning earrings, their flickering hues intensified by shimmering paddle pins that catch the light with every movement.

Design Idea RD2V

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Bracelet

Pre-linked beads make creating this dazzling bracelet a snap. Follow the step-by-step instructions to make your own version.

Design Idea RF32

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Dazzle them with these darling, dramatic hoops adorned with Crystal Passions® bicones.

Design Idea RA2J

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

This slim and sparkly jewelry set is easy to customize for wedding parties, birthdays, favors and more.

Design Idea K30J

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Earrings

Preserve dried flowers in clear resin for blooms that last forever. Learn how in this free earring project.

Design Idea RB2U

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Watch Band

Brighten your wrist jewelry options with this colorful, summer-ready watch band. Delica seed beads give it a precise, mosaic-like look with a smooth feel.

Design Idea QK34

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Ring

Customize engagement rings by incorporating multiple stones to represent special meaning to both parties.

Design Idea RA2B

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Ring

Let your engagement ring stand out from the rest with richly colored gemstones, like this emerald-cut garnet.

Design Idea RA2D

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Single-Strand Necklace

Design your own medievalcore coat of arms to mark your noble status, then create it with polymer clay, resin and a magical creature charm.

Design Idea RA2N

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The Different Types and Lengths of Dangle Earrings

Learn to craft DIY dangle earrings, exploring length, materials and design tips for stylish and wearable creations.

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Engagement Rings

Break tradition with a unique engagement ring! Explore meaningful gemstones, symbolic metals, and bespoke designs to create a ring as special as your love.

A Guide to Summer Jewelry

Get ready for sunshine and style with this guide to summer jewelry, featuring the best materials, care tips and design ideas to keep your accessories looking great all season.

Wedding Jewelry for the Bride

Add a personal touch to wedding jewelry. Here are tips on how to make pieces that mean more than anything store-bought.

Earrings

Glossy exotic wood disc beads in dark greywood, warm robles wood and pale whitewood stack up with style in this pair of goes-with-everything earrings.

Design Idea RF2W

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Ask the Experts Glass Beads Q&A

Q: I am making a suncatcher to go outside, hanging on a tree. It will have seed beads (#11 the smallest) as well as large glass beads. What is the strongest wire to use that will go through these beads twice, and will not rust? Do I really need to run the wire through twice?

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Ask the Experts Glass Kilns Q&A

Q: Do you have the kiln for fusing glass in a microwave?

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Ask the Experts Seed Beading Q&A

Q: I recently purchased a copy of the bead embroidery handbook and am learning the different stitches. Can you tell me which goes best for each type of stitch? I was trying the tubular peyote with the Czech seed beads but it's not coming out right. I read somewhere that the Delica beads are better for this. What can I use my Czech beads for instead?

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Ask the Experts Findings Q&A

Q: Hi, ready to SCREAM. I like to make OPERA length pearl and crystal necklaces. The tiny crimps won't hold. HELP

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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?

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Ask the Experts Soldering Q&A

Q: What flux do I need for soldering 14-gauge gold-filled wire? What solder do I need?

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Ask the Experts Beading Wire Q&A

Q: Hi! I am trying to make 20-gauge wire hoops but cannot really figure out what hole size beads will fit on the hoops. Do they have to be above 0.8mm in order to fit? Thanks.

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Ask the Experts Seed Beads Q&A

Q: Hello, I am looking for non-tarnish seed beads to use in my jewelry work. It is so disappointing when the lovely bright metal seed beads go all dark and they spoil the look of my beaded pieces. Can you help please?

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Ask the Experts Cleaners & Polishers Q&A

Q: Is there a way to disinfect jewelry when we are selling at our community market that won't damage stones or wire? Customers like to try on pieces to see how they fit, but if they don't buy them, the necklaces/rings/bracelets need to be disinfected before someone else tries them on? How??

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Ask the Experts Findings Q&A

Q: Do the stainless steel earring hooks you sell contain nickel at all? I purchased some and don’t want to sell any yet, in case they contain nickel.

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Ask the Experts Findings Q&A

Q: I have 3 cookie tins of screwback earrings from my mother’s jewelry collection. There are so many beautiful ones, but I don’t know how to change from screw or clip to pierced.

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Ask the Experts Cleaning & Polishing Q&A

Q: What is the best way to clean tarnished silver chain that has semi-precious stones included without harming the stones?

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Ask the Experts Polymer Clay Q&A

Q: Can polymer clay be painted on with water-based paints? Before or after baking? And what kind of sealer do you use on the finished product?

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Ask the Experts Zebra Wire Q&A

Q: I used gold-colored Zebra copper wire 20 gauge and in less than a week my son’s necklace has faded to grey. I'm kind of shocked. I tried cleaning it and polishing to no avail. I'm hoping this doesn't happen to any of the pieces I have sold. Very upsetting.

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Oksana Muminova

Experience the artistry of Oksana Muminova, where every stitch and bead transforms into a luxurious work of art, her greatest inspiration coming from life and her children.

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Ring

Capture the essence of love with this sparkling ring featuring a dazzling spinel blue cubic zirconia heart, perfect for marking special moments.

Design Idea RA2C

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Ring

Design a personalized, high-end ring like this sterling silver piece with a ruby and vibrant cubic zirconia stones—perfect for memorable occasions.

Design Idea RA2A

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Earthy and dramatic, this necklace and earring set showcases hand-cut coconut shell beads, antique brass-finished accents, and Czech pressed glass leaves.

Design Idea RB2A

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Shell flowers bloom with shimmering style in this necklace and earring set. Ideal for summer fashions, shell transitions easily into winter wear as well.

Design Idea RF2U

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Two-Piece Midi Ring Set

Memory wire is perfect for creating delicate midi rings, like these two beauties adorned with Czech pearl-coated druk beads and a sparkling rhinestone.

Design Idea RA27

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Bracelet

Strands of black leather cord embrace a sterling silver charm in this rugged, masculine bracelet, which features a sporty charm.

Design Idea RB28

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Kumihimo Bracelet

Create a kumihimo bracelet in your team's colors with Satinique™ thread—perfect as a thank-you for a special man. A sports-themed charm can add a fun touch!

Design Idea RB2H

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Balloon Animal Earrings

Playful meets posh! These balloon dog-inspired earrings, crafted with copper ParaWire™ and luxe rose Czech pearl-coated beads, are paws-itively charming!

Design Idea RA29

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Three-Piece Necklace Set

Create this meaningful necklace set honoring Veterans Day. This look is right on point with layered necklaces and USA pride.

Design Idea MG29

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Earrings

These shimmering Crystal Passions® teardrops are delicately suspended from sterling silver ice pick ear wires, offering a classic look for any season.

Design Idea RF2V

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Ask the Experts Gemstone Beads Q&A

Q: Hi, I have been working with Agate Druzy stones lately and I'm finding that the stones lose the bright color after they have been worn in jewelry up against the skin. Is there a sealant that I can use to keep this from happening? I appreciate any insight you may have! =)

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