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How to Use Freeform Mountings

How to Use Freeform Mountings

With these simple instructions, you can master the art of freeform mountings and create stunning necklaces and earrings that are sure to impress. Learn how to securely set gems and craft beautiful jewelry pieces with ease!

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How to Create a Dragonscale Chainmaille Weave

How to Create a Dragonscale Chainmaille Weave

Let your imagination run wild by learning the dragonscale chainmaille weave technique. Create dynamic designs by advancing your chainmaille skills.

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How to Dye Pearls

How to Dye Pearls

Learn how to easily dye pearls to match any outfit or occasion, a process which has been a closely guarded trade secret.

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How to Use Cord Caps

How to Use Cord Caps

Learn how to create a professional finish to designs using multiple cords with this step-by-step tutorial for using cord caps.

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Using a Stop Bead

Using a Stop Bead

Follow along with instructions for how to use a stop bead to keep beads on the thread when starting any off-loom stitch. The stop bead is temporary and easy to remove.

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Ring Mount Instructions

Ring Mount Instructions

Learn how to glue a cabochon into a closed-back ring setting with this tutorial. Clear images demonstrate each step in this how-to.

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How to Create a European 6-in-1 Chainmaille Weave

How to Create a European 6-in-1 Chainmaille Weave

Learn to create one of the most common forms of chainmaille using these step-by-step instructions.

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How to Create the Cubic Right Angle Weave

How to Create the Cubic Right Angle Weave

Here's an easy solution to learning the cubic right-angle weave. Simply follow this illustrative guide and start designing today.

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How to Create the Russian Spiral Stitch

How to Create the Russian Spiral Stitch

Learn a new seed bead technique! The Russian spiral stitch is yours to master with these instructions and enlarged images that help you see exactly what to do and where.

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How to Create 3 Different St. Petersburg Stitches

How to Create 3 Different St. Petersburg Stitches

Learn the double St. Petersburg stitch with jewelry designer Rose. How-to video includes written instructions for making this decorative stitch.

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How to Create Tubular Brick Stitch

How to Create Tubular Brick Stitch

Follow along as Rose demonstrates how easy it is to create the tubular brick stitch. With just a few supplies, you can turn this stitch into necklaces, bracelets, clasps and more!

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How to Create the Square Stitch

How to Create the Square Stitch

The square stitch is an integral seed bead stitch to add to your jewelry-making technique repertoire. These instructions don't cut corners, making sure you can master the stitch.

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How to Create a Japanese 6-in-1 Chainmaille Weave

How to Create a Japanese 6-in-1 Chainmaille Weave

For a less-than-linear look similar to the 4-in-1 Japanese chainmaille weave, design using this easy 6-in-1 method.

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Applying a Counter Enamel and Top Coat of Glass Enamels

Applying a Counter Enamel and Top Coat of Glass Enamels

Learn how to apply counter enamel and a topcoat to metal for a smooth, durable finish that prevents warping and enhances your enameled jewelry designs.

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How to Make a Spiral Kumihimo Braid

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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Disc Cutter Set User Guide

Disc Cutter Set User Guide

Learn how to create clean, consistent cuts in soft metals with a quality 12-piece disc cutter set. View this guide for tips and instructions on using this tool.

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Bezel Setting Stones the Easy Way

Bezel Setting Stones the Easy Way

Learn how to easily set stones into pre-made bezel cup settings for your jewelry designs.

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Designing with Wire Coils

Designing with Wire Coils

Wire coils created with tools, gadgets and forming devices have limitless possibilities in jewelry making.

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How to Use Hot Tips®, Designer Bead Tips

How to Use Hot Tips®, Designer Bead Tips

Conceal knots and complete strung jewelry designs with artistic flair using Hot Tips® designer bead tips. Hot Tips might look complicated, but they're super easy to use—this instructional guide shows how.

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The Braided Look: 3-strand Bracelet

The Braided Look: 3-strand Bracelet

Braiding multiple strands of small beads gives body to the design and creates visually captivating textures. These easy-to-follow instructions for three-strand braids will get you started.

Using Omni-Gel™ Photo Transfer Liquid

Using Omni-Gel™ Photo Transfer Liquid

Learn how to use Omni-Gel™ to create custom photo transfers.

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Pavé-Style Setting Using the Tweezer Vac™

Pavé-Style Setting Using the Tweezer Vac™

The compact, vacuum tool allows for precision placement. It works great for placing chatons, flat backs and small stones and when creating pavé-style jewelry.

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Firing Gemstones into Art Clay®

Firing Gemstones into Art Clay®

Adding gemstones to metal clay can increase the appeal of a piece, but it's important to know how the stones will react. This article discusses how to fire different stone types.

How to Form a Wire Spiral

How to Form a Wire Spiral

Jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman shows you how to form a wire spiral with step-by-step instructions. This simple technique makes a decorative addition to any design repertoire.

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How to Create a Half Persian 3-in-1 Chainmaille Weave

How to Create a Half Persian 3-in-1 Chainmaille Weave

Looking for a new style of chainmaille to add to your jewelry-making repertoire? Learn to create a half Persian 3-in-1 weave with these instructions.

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Forming Wire Coils

Forming Wire Coils

Create wire coils with tools, gadgets and forming devices designed to make consistent coils for limitless jewelry-making. Have fun choosing from all the different wires to then make different coils.

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Adjustable Cord Necklaces, Bracelets and Anklets

Adjustable Cord Necklaces, Bracelets and Anklets

Follow this handy tutorial to learn how to take a pair of cords and a focal and turn them into an eye-catching adjustable necklace!

How to Create a Pondo Stitch

How to Create a Pondo Stitch

Join Rose in this easy beading tutorial to learn the Pondo stitch—a versatile and uncomplicated technique perfect for designing popular seed bead bracelets, necklaces, and more. Discover the joy of creating stunning beadwork with this step-by-step Pondo stitch guide.

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Riveting with a Wire Rivet

Riveting with a Wire Rivet

Learn the art of cold-joining with wire rivets, seamlessly bringing metal pieces together with precision and craftsmanship.

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Designing with Invisible Cording

Designing with Invisible Cording

Follow along in this video to create a necklace with 'floating' crystal rings using Invizi™-Cord.

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Almost Instant Jewelry®

Almost Instant Jewelry®

Almost Instant Jewelry® is a line of settings made specifically for Swarovski® crystal fancy stones. In this jewelry-making product show-and-tell, see how fast and easy it is to use these earring, pendant and other mounts.

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Using the Kumihimo Square Plate to Create Square Braids

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.

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Secrets to Using Bead Caps

Secrets to Using Bead Caps

Bead caps add a professional touch to bead dangles and strung jewelry. In this video, jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman shows how to stack a bead cap on beads using a headpin and simple loop technique. Written instructions included below the video.

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Secrets to Simple Loops

Secrets to Simple Loops

The simple loop is a must-learn basic jewelry-making technique. Follow along with step-by-step instructions by expert jewelry maker Tammy Honaman.

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Secrets to Professional Crimping

Secrets to Professional Crimping

Learn a handy secret or two (or three) from expert jewelry maker, Tammy Honaman, on how to crimp as effectively as possible when professionally finishing jewelry designs.

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Secrets to Opening and Closing Jump Rings

Secrets to Opening and Closing Jump Rings

Learn the right way to open and close jump rings! Jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman shows how to avoid warping the wire and making connections less secure. Written instructions included below the video.

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Secrets to French Wire

Secrets to French Wire

Learn all about the secrets to using French wire in this step-by-step tutorial with renowned jewelry artist Tammy Honaman.

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Secrets to Finishing with Bead Ends

Secrets to Finishing with Bead Ends

Complete memory wire designs stylishly with half-drilled bead ends. In this video, jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman shares this quick-and-easy jewelry-making technique. Below the video are also full written step-by-step instructions.

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Secrets to Cutting Memory Wire

Secrets to Cutting Memory Wire

Memory wire is a favorite jewelry wire for quick bead stringing projects, but you need a special tool to cut the stainless steel so your wire (and pliers!) aren't damaged.

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Secret to a Surgeon's Knot

Secret to a Surgeon's Knot

How to tie a surgeons knot? We've got you covered. Unlock the 'knot'-orious secrets of perfecting the surgeon's knot in this video for a surefire way to finish your jewelry designs!

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Secrets to Crimp Covers - Hiding Knots

Secrets to Crimp Covers - Hiding Knots

Did you know crimp covers aren't just for crimps? Renowned jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman shows you the secrets of using crimp covers to hide knots.

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How to Remove the Waxed Coating from Lava Beads

How to Remove the Waxed Coating from Lava Beads

Want to wear some fragrant bling? This video spills the wax-off secrets for creating aromatherapy-ready beads!

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Designing with 2-Part Epoxy

Designing with 2-Part Epoxy

2-part epoxy is a versatile medium. Not only is it a glue that will join two things together, it can be molded, shaped, textured and used to create stunning designs.

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Making Ball-Tip Headpins with a Butane Torch

Making Ball-Tip Headpins with a Butane Torch

Use a Microtorch for butane fuel to make ball tipped headpins out of sterling silver wire.

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Secrets to Crimp Covers - Hiding Crimp Beads

Secrets to Crimp Covers - Hiding Crimp Beads

Renowned jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman shows you the secrets of using crimp covers to hide crimp beads. Come get a taste of expertise that years of experience has led to.

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Secrets to Bead Tips with Thread

Secrets to Bead Tips with Thread

Bead tips create a professional finish for jewelry designs strung on thread. In this video, jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman demonstrates connecting beaded thread to a clasp using a bead tip.

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How to Solder a Jump Ring with Solder Paste

How to Solder a Jump Ring with Solder Paste

Soldering jump rings closed helps create a secure connection in jewelry. Follow along with Chris as he walks you through the tools and steps needed for this handy skill.

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How to Use Fancy Bezel Settings with Cabochons

How to Use Fancy Bezel Settings with Cabochons

Set cabochons quickly and elegantly within fancy bezel settings using a bezel pusher or bezel roller. Watch the silent animation to learn this professional technique, or use the full step-by-step instructions below the video.

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How To Use Coiling Gizmo® Deluxe Econo Winder

How To Use Coiling Gizmo® Deluxe Econo Winder

A pair of videos show how to set up and use this handing wireworking tool that helps you create beautiful wire coils for your jewelry projects. The silent animation video offers a short-and-sweet overview; the longer video from Beadalon® walks the designer through the entire process. Also includes written step-by-step instructions below the videos.

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How to Use a Wire-Rounder Tool/Pin Vise

How to Use a Wire-Rounder Tool/Pin Vise

Make custom fishhook ear wires and other copper, brass and precious metal wire ends smooth and wearable with the wire rounder pin vise set. Learn how to assemble and use this tool.

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How to Use the easyknotter®

How to Use the easyknotter®

Create beautiful knotted pearl jewelry with the help of the easyknotter. See how to use this handy tool for even, professional knots every time in no time.

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How to Create a Wrapped Gear and Crystal Rivoli Focal

How to Create a Wrapped Gear and Crystal Rivoli Focal

Learn how to make a wrapped gear pendant using wire and a crystal rivoli with these helpful instructions. The animated instructions make this design effortless to create.

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Using Ball Chain Connectors

Using Ball Chain Connectors

Silent animation shows how to use ball chain connectors to terminate or add length to a section of ball chain.

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How to Use Two-Sided Bezel Settings

How to Use Two-Sided Bezel Settings

Easily set Crystal Passions® fancy stones or flat-backed cabochons using these these two-sided calibrated bezel mounts. Rose shows you how it’s done—all it takes is pliers and a prong pusher to create stunning pendants for jewelry.

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How to Create a Full Persian Chainmaille Weave

How to Create a Full Persian Chainmaille Weave

Sue Ripsch, author of Classic Chain Mail Jewelry teaches the full Persian chainmaille weave. She demonstrates using shower rings in place of jump rings to make it easy to follow along.

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How to Use the Hidden Crimp End Clasp

How to Use the Hidden Crimp End Clasp

Hidden crimp end clasps give a finished, professional look to any strung bead design. Learn how to incorporate them into your jewelry creations with these animated instructions.

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How to Use the Miracle Mount™ System

How to Use the Miracle Mount™ System

The Miracle Mount™ system was designed to hold sparkling Crystal Passions® fancy stones and gemstone cabochons. Rose explains how jewelry designers can add loop and peg inserts to create customized links, centerpieces and stations.

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Threaded Plastic Clasps

Threaded Plastic Clasps

Twist-in or screw clasps look like double beads when closed, giving jewelry designs a smooth, continuous appearance. Silent animation shows how to use them in jewelry designs. Also included are full step-by-step instructions below the video.

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How to Clean, Condition and Sharpen Your Clay Blades

How to Clean, Condition and Sharpen Your Clay Blades

Keep your jewelry clay blades from getting dull and rusty by following these tips from renowned mixed media artist Lisa Pavelka for cleaning, conditioning and cleaning your polymer clay blades the right way.

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How to Make Faux Dichroic Jewelry Components Using Apoxie® Sculpt

How to Make Faux Dichroic Jewelry Components Using Apoxie® Sculpt

Learn how to create faux dichroic designs with jewelry-maker Lisa Pavelka in this detailed step-by-step video.

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How to Add Photographic Images to Components

How to Add Photographic Images to Components

Follow these steps to add photographic quality images to flat beads, polymer clay and other surfaces with waterslide image transfers created by renowned mixed media jewelry artist Lisa Pavelka.

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How to Add Photographic Images to Apoxie® Sculpt

How to Add Photographic Images to Apoxie® Sculpt

Add photographs to Apoxie® Sculpt clay adhesive with waterslide image transfers by following along with this tutorial led by Lisa Pavelka, award-winning mixed media jewelry artist and instructor.

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How to Create Steampunk Gears and Embellishments Using Metal Clay

How to Create Steampunk Gears and Embellishments Using Metal Clay

See how to create steampunk gears and embellishments from metal clay as you follow along with this jewelry-making project by award-winning artist and author Lisa Pavelka.

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Creating a Polymer Clay Steampunk Fish

Creating a Polymer Clay Steampunk Fish

Learn with polymer clay artist Christi Friesen as she guides you to create your version of her steampunk fish using Premo! Sculpey® in a step-by-step tutorial.

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How to Use the Tri-Bead Roller™

How to Use the Tri-Bead Roller™

Make use of scrap clay or match polymer clay focals using this handy roller tool to create identical round, oval and bicone bead shapes. Polymer clay guru Christi Friesen shows it works and offers tips from her experience. Follow along with her or use the written instructions below the video.

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How to Make Gemstones "Pop" in Polymer Clay

How to Make Gemstones "Pop" in Polymer Clay

If a rhinestone doesn't have a foil back, then the stone can lose shine when set in polymer clay. Christi Friesen, award-winning jewelry artist, shows a trick for ensuring rhinestones stay sparkly no matter what they're set in.

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How to Make Silicone Molds

How to Make Silicone Molds

Christi Friesen, polymer clay artist and guru, is here to teach a simple trick of how to make a silicone mold out of a two-part molding material for creating consistent jewelry components from found objects.

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How to Use a Jump Ring Maker

How to Use a Jump Ring Maker

Create your own round jump rings in the sizes and metals you want using the jump ring maker. Watch the silent animation to see how this tool set works or follow the written step-by-step instructions below the video.

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How to Use Cupchain Connectors

How to Use Cupchain Connectors

Use sparkling cupchain without soldering! Silent animation shows how to insert the end of a length of cupchain into the connector finding and secure it in place. Below the video are full written step-by-step instructions.

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How To Use a Thread Burner

How To Use a Thread Burner

Thread burners make a clean burn and seal the ends of thread. This handy how-to video shows why a thread burner is a versatile tool ideal for any thread project.

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How to Use the Rotary Hole Punch Tool

How to Use the Rotary Hole Punch Tool

Hand-held rotary punch is ideal for leather work—and this silent animation shows how to use it. Also includes full written step-by-step instructions below the video.

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Herringbone Stitch

Herringbone Stitch

Add the spiral herringbone stitch to your seed bead repertoire. Whether you’re just getting started or are a seed bead pro, find everything you need to know in one place.

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Opening Jump Rings and Split Rings

Opening Jump Rings and Split Rings

Learn how to easily open jump rings and split rings with this video tutorial.

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How to Use Brads and Washers on Leather

How to Use Brads and Washers on Leather

Using brads and washers on leather is a foundational skill for mixed media and cold connections jewelry designs. Watch the silent animation—or follow the full written step-by-step instructions below the video—to learn this technique.

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Sassy Spirals Techniques

Sassy Spirals Techniques

Lisa Pavelka walks you through the process of making your own bead caps, wire cages and spiral accents in beginner friendly wire working tutorial videos.

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How to Use The Magic Finding™ and Pliers

How to Use The Magic Finding™ and Pliers

Silent animation displays how to use Magic Finding™ crimps, Magic Finding Omega inserts and Magic Finding Pliers. Below the video are full written step-by-step instructions.

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Creating an Eye Pin from a Length of Wire

Creating an Eye Pin from a Length of Wire

Silent animation displays how to create an eye pin from a length of wire. Below the video are full written step-by-step instructions by jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman.

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Using Waterslide Image Transfers

Using Waterslide Image Transfers

Welcome to our tutorial on using Waterslide Image Transfers for your creative projects!

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How to Open Magnetic Clasps

How to Open Magnetic Clasps

Learn the easy way to open magnetic clasps without risking damage or losing the magnets.

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Weighing with Digital Scales

Weighing with Digital Scales

Discover the precision of digital scales for your crafting needs when accuracy in weight measurement is essential.

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Using EUROTOOL® Coil Cutting Pliers

Using EUROTOOL® Coil Cutting Pliers

We're diving into the world of jewelry-making with EUROTOOL® Coil Cutting Pliers -- designed to effortlessly handle wire coils. Complete with comfortable cushion grip handles and a center spring for smooth cutting action.

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Measuring with Calipers

Measuring with Calipers

Calipers make measuring small things, like beads and holes in beads, a snap.

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Using Spacer Bars in Multi-Strand Designs

Using Spacer Bars in Multi-Strand Designs

Spacer bars are a great way to bring structure—and style!—to your multi-strand jewelry creations. Expert jewelry designer Tammy Honaman shows how they work in this video.

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A Complete Guide to Jooltool™

A Complete Guide to Jooltool™

View in-depth how-to videos courtesy of Jooltool™ and renowned mixed media artist Lisa Pavelka that unveil the magic behind the Jooltool polishing system.

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Forming Complex Wire Shapes

Forming Complex Wire Shapes

Although jewelry wire is often used to support other components, it can also take center stage. Learn how to make sculptural wire pendants in this informative video with jewelry designer Sandra Lupo.

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Forming Basic Wire Shapes

Forming Basic Wire Shapes

Handmade wire components can take any jewelry design from "okay" to "wow!". Learn how to make an S-clasp, pendant hanger and bead cage with this how-to video with renowned metalsmith Sandra Lupo.

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How to Clean Jewelry

How to Clean Jewelry

Learn how to safely and effectively clean your jewelry using the right polishing cloths, liquid cleaners and maintenance tips to keep your pieces looking their best.

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Creating and Designing with Links

Creating and Designing with Links

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to use sew-on components as bracelet links.

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Wrapping Stones and Beads with Half-Round Wire

Wrapping Stones and Beads with Half-Round Wire

Renowned jewelry artist Sandra Lupo demonstrates how to wire wrap a freeform stone in this video tutorial that also has written instructions so you can follow along whichever way you want.

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Adding French Wire and Clasp to Silk Thread

Adding French Wire and Clasp to Silk Thread

Learn how to expertly incorporate French wire and clasps onto silk thread to elevate your jewelry designs.

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Using an Ice-Pick Bail

Using 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.

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Using Banding Pliers to Wire Wrap a Crystal Passions® Fancy Stone

Using Banding Pliers to Wire Wrap a Crystal Passions® Fancy Stone

Banding pliers are an essential tool for wireworking; learn how to use them to wrap stones in this informative video by Wyatt White.

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How to Anneal Metal

How to Anneal Metal

Learn about annealing metal with award winning jewelry artist Lisa Pavelka. Includes tips on working with butane torches.

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How to Make Your Own Jump Rings

How to Make Your Own Jump Rings

Award-winning author, designer and instructor Lisa Pavelka is here to walk you through making your own jump rings from scratch! Learn several different tips on jump ring making.

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How To Use Resin

How To Use Resin

Love the look of resin, but aren’t sure how to get started? Tammy Honaman demonstrates the beginning processes of resin in this video tutorial.

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Polishing Metal with Lisa Pavelka

Polishing Metal with Lisa Pavelka

Finishing and polishing metal is an artform. Lisa Pavelka, jewelry-making expert, demonstrates how to select the right tools and products to get the job done correctly.

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