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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How to Make Sterling Silver French Ear Wire
Follow along as Lisa Pavelka, award-winning jewelry designer and author, demonstrates how to make French-style ear wires in sterling silver.
Dangle Earrings: Jump Ring Solder Techniques
Follow along as Lisa Pavelka, award winning designer, artist and author, shows you the basics to soldering jump rings.
Firing Metal Clay with a Butane Torch
Award-winning artist Lisa Pavelka shares terminology, techniques and safety tips for firing metal clay with a butane torch.
How To use Anti-Tarnish Strips
Learn how to use anti-tarnish strips to keep your jewelry shining bright.
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.
Sawing Metal
Learn tips and tricks on how to use a jeweler's saw blade on metal.
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.
Securing a Donut with a Donut Bail
Turn a gemstone or glass donut into an eye-catching pendant with donut bails.
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.
Making Beads with the Paper Bead Roller
Watch as Tammy Honaman demonstrates how easy it is to create paper beads with the paper bead roller tool and a little Mod Podge.
How to Use French Wire
French wire is a versatile finding known for protecting thread from wear and tear. Watch as designer Marlynn McNutt shows how to use it with Accu-Flex® wire.
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.
How to Use Ribbon Ends in Jewelry Designs
Finishing your ribbon jewelry is a snap with ribbon ends. Learn how in this helpful video.
Personalize Jewelry Using Steel Letter and Number Punches
Jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman walks you through how to add the flair of personalization to metal jewelry with letter and number punches in this handy video.
How to Use a Ring Stretcher
Introducing our user-friendly Tabletop Ring Stretcher, perfect for effortlessly stretching rings up to half a size without the need for heating, making your jewelry crafting a breeze!
How to Open and Lock a Link Lock
In this video, we'll show you how to effortlessly open and lock a Link Lock, providing a secure and solder-free solution for connecting and linking your favorite jewelry components.
DIY Earrings Using a Disc Cutter
Learn how to use the disc cutter tool with Award winning designer Lisa Pavelka as she creates a pair of crescent moon earrings
Using a Need A Bead Now™ Organizer Tote
The Need A Bead Now™ organizer tote is easy to use for storing jewelry supplies. Video hosted by internationally renowned polymer clay artist Judy Belcher.
Inserting a Saw Blade into a Jeweler's Saw Frame
Welcome, jewelry enthusiasts! In this video, we'll show you how to expertly insert a saw blade into a jeweler's saw frame, a must-have tool for precision metal sheet cutting in your jewelry-making endeavors.
Using Memory Wire Finishing Pliers
Wyatt White from Beadalon® shows off a wonderful tool for working with memory wire. You'll wonder how you ever designed memory wire jewelry without them.
How to Use the Artistic Wire® Ring and Bracelet Finding Forms™
Wyatt from Beadalon® is here to show you how to make adjustable round rings and oval bangle bracelets with your favorite jewelry-making wire.
Perfect Knots with the Tin Cup Knotter from Beadalon®
Wyatt from Beadalon® demonstrates how the tin cup knotter makes quick-and-easy work of consistently spaced knots.
How to Use the Artistic Wire® Ear Wire Findings Form™
Wyatt, a special guest from Beadalon®, explains how to use the Artistic Wire® Ear Wire Findings Forms™ to create a unique dangle-style pair of earrings.
Basic Wire-Weaving Techniques
Want to get into wire weaving? This how-to video will teach you how three basic wire-weaving patterns.
Basics to Kumihimo
Get creative with beads and the basics of kumihimo, a traditional Japanese braiding technique.
How to Make a Brick Seed Bead Stitch
The brick stitch is ideal for a myriad of seed bead patterns. Watch this video to learn how to incorporate it into your jewelry designs.
Create Your Own Crushed Stone Inlay Jewelry
Make your own gemstone inlay pendant by watching this quick how-to video.
What are Designer Quality Gemstones?
Learn more about our "designer quality" gemstones and what that means for you in this quick video.
How to Create a Bullseye Cane Using Polymer Clay
Learn the basics of creating a bullseye cane with in-house jewelry designer Rose Wingenbach. It's so easy!
How to Use Bead and Pearl Reamers
Sometimes the most beautiful beads have the smallest, roughest drill holes. Watch to learn how to use different types of bead and pearl reamers to fix this common problem.
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 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.
Why I Like Premo! Polymer Clay
Renowned polymer clay artist Christi Friesen explains her favorite qualities of Premo! polymer clay and why it's her top choice for clay creations.
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.
How to Add Textured Finishes to Metal
Brush up on your metal-finishing techniques by learning how to add matte and brushed textures to metal by following along with jewelry-maker Hazel Wheaton.
How to Straighten Wire
Love wirework, but hate prepping your supplies? This video tutorial from Hazel Wheaton shows you easy, effective ways to straighten out your wire for any project.
Wire Heart Earrings
The minimalist design of these wire heart earrings is perfect as-is or with a few customizations. Follow along with Naomi Fujimoto in this handy how-to video.
Discover the Art of Bead Embroidery
Join Jody Young for "Unlock Your Heart," her 8-part seed bead embroidery video series. It begins with the basics, then moves through other techniques.
How to Make a Simple Loop
Watch as Tammy Honaman, author, jewelry-making expert and educator, shows how easy it is to create simple loops in wirework designs.
How to Create a Diamond Chain Stitch
Follow along with this video to create the diamond chain seed bead stitch. This stitch is ideal for jewelry, hat bands, clothing decorations and more.
How to Use a Wire Jig
A wire jig lets you consistently make great shapes from wire. Learn how to make a variety of designs with this how-to video and instructions.
6 Ways to Finish Tubular Bead Stitches
Not quite sure how to bring your tubular bead project to a close? Never fear! Rose is here to teach you 6 great options for putting the finishing touches onto your fabulous beaded pieces!
5 Steps: How to Rehydrate Old Metal Clay
Has your metal clay gone bone-dry? We'll show you how to bring it back to life! LauraLynn demonstrates how in just 5 easy steps: break up, grind, sift, rehydrate and reform!
How to Use Hollow Diamond-Coated Drill Bits
Rose demonstrates the creative potential of diamond-coated core bits. Watch as she transforms materials into wearable jewelry with just a simple drill hole.
Top Six Types of Bails
Explore ice picks, up eyes, donut bails and more! See how these top bail types quickly and easily transform your favorite jewelry-making elements into finished pieces.
How to Cast Resin Pendants
Casting with resin is easy and fun with flexible, silicone molds. Learn how to use these faceted molds to create personalized three-dimensional drops, pendants, wire-wrapping elements and more.
How to Make a Quilter's Knot
Do your knots pull through the material? Try this! Jewelry designer Rose demonstrates how to create a quilter's knot with two easy steps in this handy tutorial.
How to Create a Spiral Rope Stitch
Follow along as Rose shows how to create the spiral rope stitch. This stitch looks elegant and complex, but is actually quite simple to make!
How To Anneal and Texture Metal
Join Patti to learn how to anneal and pickle different metal surfaces before texturing them with specialty hammers.
How to Make Seed Bead Fringe
Follow along with our video instructions and learn how to add fabulous fringe to your seed-beaded creations.
Secrets to Seed Beading: What's In My Seed Beading Tool Kit?
Take a peek inside Rose's seed bead toolbox as you prepare to tackle the projects of her 10-part Secrets to Seed Beads series.
Secrets to Polymer Clay Project 5: Secret Stone Brooch
Learn how to create a mysterious brooch in the fifth project of this series. Christi shows you how to create your own polymer clay bezel to capture your favorite cabochon in beautiful details.
Secrets to Polymer Clay Project 4: Art Nouveau Vine Earrings
Learn how to bring depth to your sculpted forms with mica powder! You'll be amazed how this simple technique can bring big luster and added interest to your polymer clay pieces.
Secrets to Polymer Clay Project 3: Slab-tastic Earrings
Learn how this trendy pattern-making process makes mass-producing details a breeze. Simply roll out your base, create your design and cut!
Secrets to Polymer Clay Project 2: Swirls and Jewels
Learn how to marble, twist and blend clay colors to create eye-catching patterns. Then take the detail a step further with jewels and pearls.
Secrets to Polymer Clay Project 1: Strata Beads
Christi Friesen leads us through the first project in the Secrets to Polymer Clay series--strata beads! Learn how to use simple canning and layered slices to easily form mesmerizing patters.
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.
Using Twisted Beading Needles
Twisted beading needles offer some major advantages when creating strung jewelry designs. Here are the points you need to know when using these unique and handy beading needles.
How to Set and Remove Faceted Gems
Using your gem setting pliers the right way will make the job easier and reduce the risk of marring your stones and settings.
Making a Wrapped Loop and Double-Wrapped Loop
Use the double wrapped-loop technique to attach a pendant or charm to a soldered loop on a chain for a secure finish. Link double wrapped loops together to create your own chain then finish with your choice of clasp.
How to Use Snap-Tite® Settings
Transform your favorite faceted stones into beautiful pendants with Snap-Tite® settings.
Kato Polyclay™ - The Skinner Blend Technique
The Skinner blend technique has revolutionized the process of blending colors. Learn how to create this gorgeous look with this instructional video.
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.
Using Crimp Covers
Crimp covers provide a professional and stylish way to finish your jewelry. Learn the proper way to use them in this video tutorial and instructions.
Knotting and Knotting Tools
Knots are a key skill for jewelry makers. These videos and tutorials show a range of knots and knotting tools to keep jewelry designs secure and stylish.
How-To Use the Speedy Stringer™
Want to save time and energy on complex beading projects? This video shows you how simple and efficient stringing beads can be with the Speedy Stringer.
Crimp Ends with Cording
Crimp ends are an easy, effective way to finish off cord jewelry designs. Watch this instructional video starring jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman to learn more.
How to Use the Adaptable Eyelet and Rivet Tool Set
Learn how to attach eyelets and/or rivets to metal sheet in this helpful video.
Learn How to Create a Polymer Clay Leaf Cane
Join us for this easy-to-follow polymer clay tutorial and master the art of making a stunning polymer leaf cane using the Skinner blend technique. Discover the secrets behind crafting intricate and beautiful leaf canes that will add a touch of nature-inspired elegance to your polymer clay projects.
Rock and Jewelry Tumbling Videos
Learn the basics of rock tumbling and how easy it is to polish rocks with Rose as she demonstrates how to use the Lortone rock and jewelry tumbler.
How To Use a Cord Tip (Glue-in Style)
Join Arbel as she demonstrates how to use glue-in style cord tips.
How To Use Cord Coils
Cord coil ends are an easy and quick way to securely close a cord necklace.
How to Use the Wire Twister
For round wire, fold it in half and place the looped end over a nail or in a bench vise to anchor it. For square wire, use a single strand and secure one end in the vise.
How to use Bezelite and Bezelite-Style Settings
Bezelite settings give a great professional look to your faceted stones. They come in sterling silver, gold-filled and "vermeil", in earrings and pendant findings.
Setting a Cabochon with a Bezel Pusher and Burnisher
Learn the art of setting cabochons with precision using our high-quality bezel pusher and burnisher tools.
How to Use a Wire Donut Bail
Turn a gemstone or glass donut into an eye-catching pendant with donut bails.
How to Use Glue-on Bails
A drop of glue is all you need to turn flat-backed components into attractive pendants and drops. Jewelry-making expert Tom walks you through the process.
How to Make a Briolette Wrapped Loop
Not sure how to incorporate briolettes into jewelry? This instructional video shows how to add a loop to briolettes for use in any design.
How To Use a Wide Eye Needle™
Learn all about the Wide-Eye Needle™ with jewelry expert Tom Triplett in this video and guide. Discover the remarkable features of these flexible yet strong needles, designed to accommodate various thread types and bead sizes.
Setting a Cabochon with a Bezel Roller and Burnisher
Setting a cabochon into a bezel setting can be difficult to do without warping the bezel. Let jewelry designer-artist Tammy Honaman show you how to get fantastic results in this instructional video.
How to Use Molding Compound
Want to make replicas of some of your unique stations or duplicate hard-to-find vintage buttons.? Learn how to use molding compound to recreate even fragile items.
How to Make a Right-Angle Weave
A versatile stitch for jewelry makers, right-angle weave can be used with seed beads, crystals and more. Learn this stitch with these step-by-step instructions.
How to Make Jewelry Findings with Wire
In this video, you'll learn how to make your own ear wires, jump rings, head pins, eye pins, clasps, bails and more.
How to Use Easy Cast® Resin for DIY Jewelry Making
Join Patti as she shows you how to create custom pendants with resin and other crafty supplies.
How to Create a Ladder Stitch
This set of instructions—complete with animated visuals—explains the single-needle ladder stitch process in a simple, understandable way.
How To Crimp a Crimp Bead/Crimp Tube
Crimp beads are a vital finding in many jewelry designs. Learn how to properly use them with crimping pliers in this instructional guide and video.
How to Create Tassels
Tassels are all the rage in jewelry and accessories. Learn how to create your own custom tassels with the Beadalon® tassel maker and threading of your choice.
Stitching and Wire-Working Techniques
This informative resource contains videos and illustrated instructions on several stitching basics, including loom work, ladder stitch, herringbone stitch and more.
Make Two Styles of Christmas Tree Earrings
In this video, you'll learn how the same Celestial Crystal® Christmas tree drops can be used to create two different earring designs.
Bracelet
Classic rose-gold hues form an elaborate lattice framed by regal burgundy and purple for a bracelet that is as intricate as it is breathtaking.
How to Bead a Daisy Chain Stitch
Follow along with Rose in this step-by-step video as she teaches the daisy chain seed bead stitch that is perfect for creating cute DIY bracelets and necklaces. This fun, beading technique is a must-try!
Chainmaille Weaves
Convenient chart lists a range of chainmaille weave styles, links to how-to instructions or videos, specific weave notes and more.
Firing Gemstones and Natural Stones in Art Clay®
Do you want to add gemstones to your metal clay designs? This chart provides information on the stones that can be safely fired with Art Clay® and which stones should be avoided.
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