Opera-length
An especially long strand necklace. Length is 26 to 36 inches.
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Pony Bead
A bead cut from a tube of glass or plastic, then tumbled and polished to smooth the edges. Used on cornrow braids, fringe and in Native American styles.
Pendant
An ornament suspended from a single chain.
Platinum
A rare grey-white metal (and element) used in jewelry. It is resistant to tarnish and wear-and-tear.
Riveting with a Wire Rivet
Learn the art of cold-joining with wire rivets, seamlessly bringing metal pieces together with precision and craftsmanship.
Designing with Invisible Cording
Follow along in this video to create a necklace with 'floating' crystal rings using Invizi™-Cord.
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.
How to Set Up the Rotary Tool
Follow along with Joel Peterson to see how to change out the various bits or attach a flex shaft to the rotary tool and use this jewelry-making tool for inlaying, cutting, carving, cleaning and polishing.
How to Set Stones in Cupchain with the Prong Pusher Set
Silent animation shows how to assemble the prong pusher tool with the appropriately sized prong head, and then how to use the prong pusher tool to set a stone. Includes written instructions below the video.
Eurotool® Punch
The EUROTOOL® spring-loaded steel punch is that handy tool you never knew you needed for making clean, accurate and professional holes without scratching metal surfaces. This informational video shows how the punch's adjustable spring lets cold connection, metalworking and mixed media artists prepare hole locations in a variety of flat metal pieces.
Tube Cutting Jig
In this video learn how to use this wire cutting jig to cut jewelry wire, tubes and more to the exact same length every time.
Tronex® Pliers
Learn all about ergonomic Tronex® jewelry-making pliers and discover their precision-cutting benefits in this informational video.
How to Use the Beadalon Ring Weaver Tool
Introducing the Beadalon® Threaded Plastic Clasps – your ultimate tool for effortlessly weaving intricate rings in various sizes and materials, designed by renowned international designer Kleshna.
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.
LED Magnifier Kit
Learn all the benefits of this five-in-one lighted magnifier with 5 different lens strengths, an adjustable headband and more in this jewelry-making tool product spotlight.
3x3 Hole Punch
Easily make evenly spaced holes with smooth, clean edges for metalworking or cold connection designs using the 3x3 hole punch jewelry-making tool. See how it works in this informational video. Includes written instructions below the video.
Gemstone
A piece of mineral which, when cut and polished, is used for jewelry, clothing or décor. Some gemstone material is organic, such as amber, jet and pearl.
Galvanized Bead
A bead which has been coated with a protective or decorative metallic coating.
How to Use the Bead Buddy® Cabochon Mandrel
Follow along with Rose to see the easy way to wrap an oval cabochon using the amazing Bead Buddy® cabochon mandrel.
Caring for Rubber Texture Stamps
Rubber texture stamps can be used for a range of projects and medium types—if they're cleaned and maintained properly to avoid contamination. Watch world-renowned mixed-media artist Lisa Pavelka share tips on how to care for stamps. Written instructions included below the video.
Secrets to Using Bead Caps
Bead caps give a polished finish to bead dangles and strung jewelry. Watch Tammy Honaman demonstrate stacking bead caps with a headpin and simple loop—written instructions included.
How to Use the Hand Vise
Silent animation shows how to assemble the hand vise and load it with wire. Written instructions included below the video.
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.
How to Use a Bracelet Bending Tool
Create perfectly curved cuff bracelets in just a few seconds with this handy bending tool. Animated instructions make it even easier.
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