Making Head Pins from Wire
It is easier than you might think! Follow along with this video to learn how to make four fancy head pin shapes.
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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.
Riveting With a Tube or Crimp Tube
Learn the art of riveting with tubes or crimp tubes, a cold-joining technique that securely brings metal pieces together, creating a strong bond with flared ends and a precise hole – a crucial skill for your jewelry-making journey.
Sizing Rings on a Ring Mandrel
Jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman demonstrates how to size ring bands without stones by using a ring mandrel and a hammer.
Creating and Designing with Links
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to use sew-on components as bracelet links.
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.
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.
How to Use 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.
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, formerly of Beadalon®.
How to Anneal Metal
Learn about annealing metal with award winning jewelry artist Lisa Pavelka. Includes tips on working with butane torches.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fire Mountain Gems and Beads® Color Forecast
Inspired by a global panel of fashion insiders and style industry experts, our custom Color Forecast Reports give you a sneak peek at the color trends of upcoming fashion seasons.
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.
Macramé Bracelet
Join Elaine to learn how to make a Western-style bracelet using hemp cord, feather charms and a button clasp.
Ten Common Gemstones for Jewelry Makers
Learn about the 10 most common gemstones used by jewelry makers. Join Joel and Dev as they discuss gemstones, their origins and other nifty facts.
Making Jump Rings with Jump Ring Mandrels
You can learn how to make your own jump rings! Sandra Lupo, metalsmithing expert, shows how to use wire and a mandrel to form these jewelry-making powerhouses.
Product Spotlight: Boss' Bead Bag
Discover the endless design possibilities of the Boss' Bead Bag as jewelry designer Rose creates an eclectic Bohemian-style bracelet from miscellaneous pieces.
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.
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