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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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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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Fimo® Professional - True Colours

Lisa Pavelka, award-winning mixed-media artist, explains why she loves the Fimo® Professional artist-quality polymer clay line.

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Secrets to Using a Bead Knotting Tool

Tammy Honaman demonstrates how to create pearl knotted jewelry easily with the help of The Bead Knotter™ tool.

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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.

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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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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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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

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.

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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

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.

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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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Secrets to Crimping with Crimp Tubes

Finish beading wire securely with crimp tubes. Expert jewelry maker and instructor Tammy Honaman shows how to use them to add clasps to the end of your jewelry.

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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

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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Amethyst

Despite being a common gemstone, amethyst is one of the most popular. This birthstone has an interesting Greek myth involving a nymph named Amethystos and the god Dionysus.

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