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Beading Needles: A Comprehensive Guide for Every Project

What needles are best for what types of beading projects? If this question has you in stitches, never fear! Our handy guide is here to give you some sharp advice and tips to keep your beadwork on point.

All About Jewelry Cord

Discover the best cord for your jewelry-making or crafting project with this thorough guide.

Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

This chic jewelry set featuring lapis lazuli half-moon beads and trendy tassels will sweep you off your feet with its stylish design.

Design Idea QC2E

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Key Ring

Express your resilience with this macramé keyring adorned with a charm proudly declaring "survivor."

Design Idea F40J

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How to Make Survival Paracord Watchbands and Bracelets

Learn how to make survival paracord bracelets and watchbands for all the outdoor enthusiasts in your life.

Bracelet

Giddy-up! This stylish bracelet for the cowgirl features turquoise blue faux suede lace, an easy-open magnetic barrel clasp and a miniature version of a snaffle bit as a centerpiece.

Design Idea QD2W

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Bracelet

Revitalize your look with our beautifully crafted Hemptique® light blue polished hemp crochet bracelet, accentuated by alluring sea "opal" glass beads, showcasing a captivating translucent to semitranslucent radiance.

Design Idea QB29

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Intro to Leather

Have you never worked with leather before? It can be tough (heh) sometimes but don’t worry, Tammy Honaman is here to guide you like only a jewelry-making expert can.

Ask the Experts Bead Crochet Stringing Material Q&A

Q: What thread do you use for bead crochet?

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Glue Crystal Flat Backs

Crystal transfer sheets make precision designing and crystal embellishing easy.

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Bracelet

This bracelet features an elegant reef knot, sometimes also called a Hercules knot. that often represents commitment, marriage, love and unity.

Design Idea PG2N

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Earrings

Level up your fashion with dream catcher earrings embellished with dazzling Crystal Passions® beads and vibrant turquoise accents.

Design Idea 8237

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Creating a Net with Square Knots

Creating a macramé net with square knots is easier than you think, especially when following along with this how-to video led by jewelry designer Jude.

Video Length 10:36

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How to Make a Spiral Kumihimo Braid

These simple, easy-to-understand instructions show how to make a spiral kumihimo braid. Illustrations with each step make this technique a piece of cake.

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Macramé Necklace and Earrings Set

This beachy-keen jewelry set features cheesewood beads that have been dyed a serene blue and are enveloped in wave-like borders of macramé knots.

Design Idea PB33

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Single-Strand Necklace and Bracelet Set

Summer is the season for the zodiac sign of the crab, Cancer. Celebrate in style with this necklace and bracelet set with detailed charms and cord wrapped in colorful Purely Silk™ thread.

Design Idea H821

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Bracelet

Display your favorite Crystal Passions® love heart beads or other heart-shaped beads in a classic "pewter" bead frame. Add a pop of romantic red color with matching seed beads and an adjustable bracelet component to wear your heart on your sleeve.

Design Idea PG29

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Lashed Wrap Bracelet

This lashed wrap bracelet with Delica® seed beads, a black lip shell button, and leather cord is a fashionable and versatile accessory that adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to any outfit.

Design Idea JB0M

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Using the Kumihimo Square Plate to Create Square Braids

Learn how to make a square kumihimo braid with these illustrated instructions. All it takes is a square kumihimo plate, cord, and this guide.

Design Idea C89L

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Kumihimo Finishing Techniques

In this jewelry-making tutorial, see how to securely finish round and square kumihimo braiding patterns.

Video Length 4:16

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Single-Strand Necklace

Adorn yourself with serenity and luck with an intricately crafted Kumihimo necklace, like this one, using color-coated leather cord.

Design Idea F767

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Get into a rhythm with this set! Colorful beads and knotted leather form a dance-worthy design when paired with detailed metal charms and beads.

Design Idea J70J

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Bracelet

Discover the perfect harmony of Czech glass and a dragonfly-adorned brass button, elegantly intertwined with anodized aluminum gold chain and woven cord in this enchanting bracelet.

Design Idea EC9C

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Single-Strand Necklace and Four-Piece Bracelet Set

Gemstone beads and leather cord are the basis of this kumihimo necklace and multi-strand bracelet.

Design Idea J42H

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