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How-Tos on Bead Stringing
How to Use an Ice-Pick Bail
Ice-pick bails may sound complicated, but using them isn’t! Learn how easy they are to use with pendants and other drilled components in this video.
Single Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Let your faith sparkle with a easy-to-string cubic zirconia cross necklace.
Learn How to Finish Elastic and Powercord® Jewelry
Learn how to finish elastic and Powercord® jewelry like a pro to create popular gemstone energy bracelets and more.
Using Crimp Tubes with Accu-Flex® Professional Quality Beading Wire
Professionally secure your Accu-Flex stringing designs with handy crimp tubes. Jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman demonstrates how in this video tutorial.
Using Crimp Tubes with Cording
Watch as Tammy Honaman, author, jewelry-making expert and educator, shows how easy it can be to use crimp tubes with cord in jewelry designs.
Using Crimp Ends with Accu-Flex® Beading Wire
Crimp ends secure your beading wire and make it easy to add your favorite clasps. Jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman walks you through how to use these handy little findings.
Lariat-Style Necklace and Earring Set
A strand of soft faux suede cord becomes a simple necklace with the addition of a few beads and findings. Make this set as shown or use colors you and your customers love.
Making a Silk Thread Needle
Follow along to learn how to create a silk thread needle, a helpful technique when hand knotting pearls and other beads.
Hand Knotting Pearls
Hand-knotting with thread places evenly sized knots in between each pearl or bead in your design.
Crochet with Wire: The Chain Stitch
Crocheting isn't just for yarn! Watch this video to learn how to use the chain stitch to incorporate beads and other items into your jewelry designs.
Lariat-Style Necklace and Earring Set
Lariat necklaces are an obvious choice for fancy attire, and this design spares no elegance. Czech glass cathedral beads in green and mint form a sparkling set.
Lariat-Style Necklace and Earring Set
Bring this elegant lariat necklace to life with your personal touch by following our step-by-step instructions, available for free. Choose your favorite beads and create a customized masterpiece.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Elevate any ensemble effortlessly with this user-friendly jewelry project. It's a breeze to string together and is destined to become a beloved customer favorite.
How to Create the Intermittent Stringing Technique
Watch and learn how to use the sophisticated and simple intermittent stringing technique, also know as a floating necklace, that showcases your beads by incorporating your beading wire into the design.
How to Use Bead Caps in Your Jewelry
Learn how to top off a bead using a bead cap for a finished and professional look.
How to Use Accu-Guard™ Wire Protectors
Not quite sure how to use Accu-Guard wire protectors? This instructional video shows how easy it is to protect your jewelry from wear and tear.
How to Use Screw-Tite Crimps™
Learn what makes Screw-Tite Crimps™ different and how to use them for a secure hold.
How-To Use Bead Tips
Bead tips give jewelry designs a clean and professional finish. In this video, learn how to use bead tips to conceal and protect knots while creating a secure connection.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Create a playful necklace by using a fairy charm and labradorite gemstones that feature their own intriguing play of light. Watch the free video to get started.
Single-Strand Necklace
Harness the earthen appeal of gemstones in this multi-stone strand project, complete with a trendy tassel.
Bracelet
Looking for a quick project? Powercord® makes it easy to string your favorite gemstone beads into stylish energy bracelets in no time.
Bracelet
Keep your look simple and stylish with this bracelet. Flower amethyst beads paired with copper fit right in with the latest gemstone jewelry trends.
Triple-Strand Necklace
This autumn-inspired necklace features Malaysia "Jade" gemstone beads and silver accents. Customers are bound to fall in love with this multi-strand piece.
Bracelet
Learn how to string a stunning ruby and rondelle bracelet for any size wrist.
Single-Strand Necklace, Double-Strand Bracelet and Earring Set
This exquisite set combines green aventurine gemstone beads with Preciosa Czech crystal beads, creating a quiet yet irresistible effect!
Two-Piece Bracelet Set
Pile on the stacked-bracelet trend with this free project. The combination of sodalite, blue aventurine and dark blue riverstone is stunning on the wrist.
Multi-Strand Bracelet
They sparkle, they combine, they draw you in! This multi-strand bracelet marries blue sky jasper gemstone with antiqued sterling silver beads and crystal beads for an unforgettable effect!
Two-Piece Necklace and Earring Set
Traditional Christmas colors are represented beautifully in this jewelry set with rich green malachite gemstones and bright red seed beads. Deck the halls with jewelry!
Multi-Strand Bracelet
Why wear only one favorite gemstone at a time? This multi-strand bracelet shows how delightful it is to showcase multiple gems of the Earth in one handmade creation.
Finishing Memory Wire Jewelry
In this video, we'll explore two stylish methods for completing your Memory Wire jewelry: adding chic ball ends or crafting elegant loops.
Earrings
Live in the now with unakite and silver-plated brass beads on a simple Accu-Flex® wire. It's simple in design but you don't need much for unakite to excel.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set
Step out into the world with your own red fashion style, combining beautiful onyx with the showstopping crystal AB rondelles hidden between the beads.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Bright, cheery and economical. This vibrant jewelry set features vivacious red Celestial Crystal® pearls that emulate opulence at a convenient price point for you to make new variations.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
You don’t have to wait for Be an Angel day to bring happiness into someone's life. Be an angel for everyone and anyone, with angels made of wing charms, beads caps and druk glass beads.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
The brilliant elegance of crystal emerges organically from this single-strand necklace and earring set complemented with blue labradorite and black onyx gemstone beads!
Double-Strand Bracelet
Who wouldn't love this eye-pleasing confection of malachite, crystals, topaz and pearls?
Convertible Triple-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set
Make this convertible necklace that offers a necklace, bracelet and earring combination all in one. This baroque-inspired statement is right on trend.
Bracelet
A sterling silver clasp unites faceted citrine nuggets set off by 6mm lapis lazuli rounds.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Add a raw, unfinished feel to your design when you include the popular druzy style drops and links. Juxtapose them with the perfectly finished crystals for a true eye-catching look.
Triple-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Everyone knows a pearl necklace is an essential piece of jewelry. This pearl jewelry set takes style to a new level with three strands of stunning White Lotus™ cultured freshwater pearls.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
It's time to start giving the gifts of presents! Or the presents of gifts! Add extra dimension to your Christmas design with crystal cubes and silver-plated ribbon beads.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Radiate warmth while wearing this jewelry set. Cubic zirconia beads and drops in rich tones call to mind hot summer days and cozy campfire evenings.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Add bells to Christmas-themed jewelry for a special style that's a seasonal favorite. Make this red Celestial Crystal® jewelry set with bell charms for holiday sales.
Double-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
There's no better combination in a jewelry set than cultured freshwater pearls and chain with a hint of sparkling crystals.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
The eye-catching blues of Celestial Crystal® beads and lapis lazuli cabochons give this jewelry design its zest. Antiqued gold beads and settings give off a vintage vibe.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
The modest design of this necklace and earring set allows your own sense of style to speak for itself. Sterling silver beads and Crystal Passions® beads add a touch of glamour.
Choker-Style Necklace and Earring Set
Metal, glass and crystal beads emulate moonbeams falling to the Earth's surface in this necklace and earring set. Sea opal cabochons reflect the beauty of a full moon.
Single-Strand Necklace, Triple-Strand Bracelet and Earring Set
Brighten any day with the glorious sparkle of Celestial Crystal®. This luscious jewelry set will make you blush with its stunning display of golden blush Celestial Crystal beads.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Who says minimalism can't have some major sparkle? Crystal pendants and pavé beads create a vibrant, yet understated, design.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Shimmer and shine with 14Kt gold-filled beads with shimmer crystal beads on this jewelry set. You will fall in love with the way the light shimmers off every crystal bead.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Celestial Crystal® beads sparkle while safety pins add a bit of edge to the design. You could even change out bead colors on the pins at a later date. Who doesn't love options?
Triple- Necklace and Earring Set
Hand-cut agate nugget beads almost resemble amber in this shimmering crystal jewelry set with an asymmetrical stringing pattern that catches the eyes.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
These sweet little angels have two halos! Beading hoops, a star clasp and pale blue Czech glass beads give this necklace and earring set a heavenly feeling.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Gold-filled corrugated rounds and saucers create eye-catching breaks in the sparkling crystal shimmer beads and gemstone beads in a combination necklace and earring set.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Discover the beauty of handcrafted antiqued sterling silver beads when you combine them with natural tourmaline. Personalize this jewelry set with your own choice of rainbow gemstones.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Emerald crystals and white seed beads bring holiday colors to classic angel designs. Add pearls and silver spacer beads to this jewelry set with the help of these instructions.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Check out the stunning use of gunmetal Accu-Flex® beading wire in this hoop earring and pendant necklace ensemble. It's lightweight, easy to wear and versatile.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
This blue kyanite necklace and earring set is sure to bring balance to any wardrobe. Silver beads and matching blue crystals keep this design simple and cohesive.
Double-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
This stunning combination of mermaid glass beads, amethyst gemstone beads and lampworked glass makes for great fashion.
Stretch Bracelet
This gender-neutral Powercord® bracelet is for everyone. Known as the most royal of all the agates, Botswana agate is commonly referred to as "The Stone of Change" and is famous for its stunning white bands and earthy shades.
Choker-Style Necklace
Wear this gorgeous gemstone, collar-style necklace many ways for limitless accessorizing options.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Re-create this Memorial Day set to honor those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Stocking charms hung by Crystal Passions® with care in hopes that customers will soon be there. This Christmas-themed jewelry set is perfectly timed for the holiday season.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Hunt down great style with an Easter-egg themed jewelry project that's sure to spark hopping sales. The multicolored polymer clay bead sin this design resemble freshly dyed Easter eggs in fun spring colors.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Ruby, garnet, lapis lazuli and amethyst gemstones are combined to create an opulent jewelry set that isn't over the top. Understated elegance is the perfect description.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Learn how to create pearl tassel necklaces for weddings, special occasions and adding glamour to everyday looks. Easily make this set to celebrate the feeling of luxury and timeless style.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Hoop there she is. Wire wrap Celestial Crystals® and gold-finished beads around wire hoops to create the glittering focals of this elegant design.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Delicate pink tourmaline with sparkling cubic zirconia is accented by blue shades of crystal in this timeless jewelry set.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
What a catch! Antiqued golden fish focals leap between waves of scintillating Czech fire-polished glass for a fin-tastic project full of oceanic delight.
Multi-Strand Bracelet
You'll feel like royalty when you make this regally purple amethyst bracelet.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Peridot gemstones and antique gold-plated brass findings look absolutely beautiful together, creating an almost vintage-like vibe that exudes natural sophistication.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Dumortierite gemstone beads with Czech glass druk beads pair beautifully together. Accentuated by silver-plated brass, this jewelry set won't leave you feeling blue!
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Visit the dark side of the rainbow with a seed beaded neckline of graduated color. Earrings mimic the necklace design in pear-shaped drops.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
This jewelry set will have you feeling pretty in pink for Valentine's Day.
Bracelet
Diamonds are a girl's best friendship bracelet. This design is fashionable and easy to thread. Try this color combination or something original.
Necklace and Earring Set
Create this jewelry set using pink and white Czech druk beads for a stunning presentation.
How-To Use Bead Stoppers™
Want a tool that keeps beads from falling off your jewelry wire or thread? Learn how to use a bead stopper in this how-to video from jewelry artist Katie Hacker.
Earrings
Celebrate our nation's birthday in style with red, white and blue sparklers. Perfect for summer barbecues and picnics, this design is sure to turn heads and spark compliments all Independence Day long.
Double-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Intriguing shades of green cat’s eye glass against gold-plated brass creates a powerful necklace with eye-catching dangle earrings.
Suncatcher
Proudly display the prismatic reflections cast from this colorful crystal suncatcher to remind you that all love is beautiful.
Stretch Bracelet
Make red, white and blue Powercord® bracelets in honor of America's birthday! This design is simple to make with red agate, snow quartz and sodalite gemstone beads.
Bracelet and Earring Set
According to some metaphysical beliefs, kunzite can promote love and calm the nerves. Use its soothing soft pink hue to dress-up your favorite staple loungewear.
Bracelet
Go full glam with this sparkly, golden bracelet featuring a pavé bug and pops of bold crystal color.
Bracelet
Create this simple citrine design to bring the gemstone's long association with wealth and good fortune into your jewelry lines.
Bracelet
Spice up your designs with colorful ball pins, especially when using clear beads like these Czech glass druks. Match a charm to your pins for eye-catching results.
Four-Piece Necklace and Earring Set
Tickle your style with this exquisite four-piece necklace and earring set, adorned with shimmering Crystal Passions® Crystals, elegant Purely Silk™ thread tassels, and meticulously crafted Delica® seed beads.
Four-Piece Necklace, Bracelet and Earring Set
Make your big day extra special with this spectacular four-piece jewelry project. Wear as a set for maximum glitz, or pare it back to treasure daily for years to come.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Bring summer style year-round with this sea-inspired jewelry set. Natural shell and wood beads bring the essence of the sea.
Triple-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Something borrowed, something blue. Create this asymmetrical crystal necklace for special occasion jewelry. Packed with crystals, this is ideal for bridal jewelry.
Necklace and Earring Set
Elevate the classic elegance of your wedding day attire with this magical jewelry set featuring Lotus™ cultured freshwater pearls and Crystal Passions®.
Choker-Style Necklace and Earring Set
You'll give 'em the old razzle dazzle when you don this sparkly, sophisticated set.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Bring a touch of elegance to your celebration this Christmas season with a single-strand necklace and earring set, inspired by the glistening beauty of a Christmas wreath.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Show your spooky spirit wearing this happy Halloween necklace with artisan-made lamp work glass beads, a classic black tassel and a happy jack-o-lantern bead
Double-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Cowgirls just wanna have fun! This rhinestone-encrusted set features mismatched components and different layers to add visual interest to sparkle.
Multi-Strand Bracelet
This multi-strand bracelet tells the world you're a born beader! Shimmering crystals paired with silver-tone beads show off a multi-faceted creative persona.
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