How to Use Cord Coils for Lantern Chain
Shiny cord coils with loop ends create a neat finish to lantern chain.
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Art Clay® Silver--Firing FAQ's
Art Clay Silver metal clay can be fired with a butane torch—sometimes. When? How? What happens after firing? Jewelry experts answer these and other questions in this FAQ.
Décor
Branch out into holiday décor designs with this beaded wire project from Preciosa®. Seed beads strung on high gauge wireworking wire forms the shape of this holly branch. Add Preciosa’s pearls as red holly berries or white mistletoe!
How to Use Bezel Strips
Learn how to make a custom bezel setting for any cabochon using bezel strips. Clear images demonstrate every step in this how-to.
Lashed Wrap Bracelet
Metallic Half Tila® beads stack up in this stylish lashed wrap bracelet, a strong on-going trend. Step-by-step instructions courtesy of Miyuki.
How to Create a Spiral Chainmaille Weave
Let the loops do the work for you. Easily create intriguing chains using this simple spiral chainmaille weave.
How to Create a Roundmaille Weave
Create sleek, smooth and flexible lengths of roundmaille chain by following these simple step-by-step illustrated instructions.
How to Create a Japanese 4-in-1 Chainmaille Weave
Learn how to create this simple Japanese chainmaille style to quickly create airy accents for jewelry and other designs.
How to Make a Bib-Style Necklace
Ukrainian artist Elena Golovchenko blended purples and lavenders from gemstone, Czech fire-polished glass and seed beads to create this bib necklace. Follow Elena Golovchenko’s intricate design with Fashion Magazine’s instructions.
How to Create an Inverted Round Chainmaille Weave
An inverted version of roundmaille, this technique creates an elegant chain ideal for jewelry and other design embellishments.
How to Use a Hotfix Transfer Sheet
Want to design your own bedazzled embellishments with hotfix transfer sheets? Here's how.
How to Create a 4-in-1 Half Persian Chainmaille Weave
Create fun textured jewelry with the 4-in-1 half Persian chainmaille weave. Learn step by step.
Ornament
Stitch a glittering snowflake net over a round round Christmas ornament. Make this holiday treasure with full step-by-step instructions from Preciosa®.
How to Use 2-Part Pendant Settings with Crystal Passions® Flat Backs
Learn how to easily use two-part pendant settings to mount Crystal Passion® flat backs.
How to Assemble and Use the Wrapit Loom™
With the Wrapit Loom™ tying station, you can say goodbye to the complexities of intricate bead-stringing and hello to a hassle-free way to craft beautiful bracelets. With this easy-to-use tool, you can create stunning bracelets without getting tied up in knots.
How to Use Suncatcher Connectors
Unleash your creativity and transform ordinary glass beads into dazzling suncatchers with our step-by-step guide on how to use connectors for a radiant touch to your space.
Embellishing Adjustable Charm Bracelets
Adding charms to your bangle charm bracelet is a breeze with these easy-to-follow instructions.
Using Small Crystals to Make Corners in Designs
Learn how to use small crystals as corner beads and create this sparkling bracelet in this tutorial.
Artistic Wire® 3D Bracelet Jig
This handy how-to video from Beadalon® explains how simple it is to use the Artistic Wire® 3D bracelet jig. Creating wire cuff bracelets has never been easier!
Home Décor Fish with Twin™ Seed Beads
Four fishy little figurines made using Preciosa Twin™ and size #11 seed beads. Use these step-by-step instructions from Preciosa® to make your own!
Beaded Backstitch
A stitch that is used often in bead embroidery is the backstitch. This stitch is used to frame the components adhered to the beading medium.
Ornament
Use off-loom beading stitches to create this lacy embellishment for a Christmas tree ornament using our full step-by-step instructions, courtesy of Preciosa®.
Ring with Seed Beads
To make a seed bead ring, choose your colors from Fire Mountain Gems' vast seed bead selection.
Prometheus® White Bronze Clay Instructions
Learn the steps for using Prometheus® White Bronze clay for jewelry-making—including a kiln firing schedule. This tutorial includes tips for building, drying and finishing the clay before and after firing.
How to Use Sure-Set Mountings
Sure-sets are precision cast mountings with seats that fit most stone girdles. Use standard pliers or simplify the job with our notched setting pliers.
How to Use a WigJig Jewelry Tool
Learn how to use a wireworking jig with this step-by-step tutorial. Includes tips and tricks from the makers of the WigJig.
Prometheus® Sterling White Bronze Clay
Prometheus® Sterling White Bronze Clay is ideal for creations that shine with the ethereal glow of moonlight. Master the art of working with this unique medium and watch your creations come to life with an otherworldly brilliance.
Memory Wire Bracelet
Have you tried Memory Wire yet? This great design is just the beginning of what you can do with Memory Wire.
Prometheus® Greenish Yellow Bronze Clay Instructions
Discover the sophisticated sheen of Prometheus® Greenish Yellow Bronze Clay. With these precise instructions, you will learn to create dazzling works of art with ease.
Firing Art Clay® with a Gas Stove
Not everyone has access to a kiln. In this tutorial, learn how to fire certain types of metal clay pieces on a gas stove rather than with traditional firing methods.
Picot Stitch
Learn the picot stitch from jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman in this step-by-step guide. Discover why jewelry makers love this versatile stitch for seed bead designs.
Cork Clay
Cork clay is easily shaped and refined into a solid core for firing hollow metal clay beads and sculptural pieces. Learn the benefits and how to use it with this tutorial.
Stone Setting
Bezelite settings take all the mystery and headache out of stone setting. Even a beginner can get great results in seconds! They are made for faceted stones and most cabochons.
Stitching an "X"
Jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman teaches how to create this "X" stitch used to embellish cabochons.
Using Liver of Sulfur™
Create a vintage-style patina on copper, bronze or silver components with Liver of Sulfur™. Learn the proper techniques and get helpful tips.
How to Create a Jens Pind Linkage Chainmaille Weave
Learn step by step how to complete a jens pind linkage chainmaille weave. An advanced chaimaille technique to create intricate designs.
Prometheus Clays Information Sheet
Working with Prometheus® Clay is similar to working with polymer and ceramic clays. Find all the tips and techniques you need in this how-to guide from Prometheus.
EnviroTex® Jewelry Resin
EnviroTex® jewelry resin is ideal for filling bezels and molds with shells, beads, paper and more. Learn how to use it in your designs with this instruction guide.
How to Create a Seed Beaded Toggle Clasp
Learn how to make your own seed beaded toggle clasps for the ultimate in one-of-a-kind jewelry.
African Helix Stitch
Follow along with jewelry-making expert Rose as she teaches the basics of an African helix stitch and how to develop your own unique designs using this uncommon stitch.
How to Create a Cellini Spiral
You can master the Cellini spiral after following these step-by-step instructions. Extra-large images that show you exactly where everything goes.
How to Create the Chevron Stitch
The chevron stitch is a versatile seed-beading technique that is perfect for all kinds of decorative and jewelry-making uses. Learn how it's done with this how-to video hosted by Rose.
How To Remove the End on a Caprice Chain
Easily create necklaces and bracelets with large-hole beads and bead keepers using caprice and Dione® Easy-On chains. These chains have two 8x5mm end caps. One has a clasp and the other unscrews for easy bead stringing. Clear images demonstrate every step in this how-to.
How to Create the Dutch Spiral Stitch
Add to your seed beading technique repertoire by learning how to make the Dutch spiral stitch. Three-dimensional models help you figure out each step of the instructions.
How to Make a Custom Charm
Create a charm from metal sheet and use stamping tools to personalize it with this step-by-step tutorial.
How to Thread a Needle with Ease
Learn an alternate way to thread a needle without holding it in the air. Clear images demonstrate every step in this how-to.
How to Create a Flat Chenille Stitch
Expand your bead-weaving skills by learning how to make the flat chenille stitch. This complex beading pattern uses little seed beads, but don't fret, large images accompany the instructions to help you form each row correctly.
Gluing a Half-Drilled Gemstone or Pearl onto a Peg Earstud
Create classic post earring designs with only a peg earstud and a half-drilled bead or pearl. Simple how-to walks designers through each step.