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
Learn the double St. Petersburg stitch with jewelry designer Rose. How-to video includes written instructions for making this decorative 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!
How to Create the Tubular Square Stitch
Find out with step-by-step instructions how to make your own version of this impressive looking stitch pattern.
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.
Finishing Metal Clay Pieces
See how to hand finish your Art Clay® silver metal clay jewelry components in minutes with this quick step-by-step tutorial hosted by world-renowned mixed media artist Lisa Pavelka.
6 Ways to Finish Your Seed Bead Bracelet
Not sure how to finish your seed bead bracelet? Explore six different ways to give your seed bead jewelry designs the perfect closure--all with how-to videos!
Bead Soup Mosaic
Mixed media artist extraordinaire Lisa Pavelka shows you how easy and fun it is to create a mosaic by placing beads in Apoxie® Sculpt, the jewelry clay that is also an adhesive.
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.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Prometheus® fine silver clay allows you to create one-of-a-kind pieces of art. This beautiful silver feather pendant pairs perfectly with turquoise beads
Single-Strand Necklace
This lush design by polymer clay guru Christi Friesen is as pretty as a peacock. Follow along with her instructions to explore the possibilities of Kato Polyclay and create your own Peacock Pizzazz!
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
An eclectic mix of shapes and colors, this necklace and earring set is perfect for welcoming spring with a dash of drama.
Christmas Wind Chime
Ring in the season with a cheerful wind chime. Skillfully shaped ParaWire™ forms a warm Christmas greeting, accented with Asfour crystal and festive colored beads.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Go green (and gold) with this elegant Y-necklace that’s right on the money. Created by world-renowned designer Gulten Dye, this glass bead and crystal pearl creation includes full step-by-step instructions.
Creating a Net with Square Knots
Creating a macramé net with square knots is easier than you think, especially when following along with this how-to video led by jewelry designer Jude.
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.
Single-Strand Necklace
Put a twist on the standard brick stitch weave to create a woven twisted ribbon then transform the ribbon into a lariat, finished with a pearl accent.
Designing with Wire Coils
Wire coils created with tools, gadgets and forming devices have limitless possibilities in jewelry making.
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.
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
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.
Earrings
Add a bit of fairytale whimsy to your outfit with these delicate flower-themed earrings. Lightweight acrylic flower components make enchanting focal points, and their frosted finish beautifully contrasts with shiny metallics and glistening crystals.
Bracelet
Vitrearc© enamels infuse vibrant color into metal. Challenge your skills with a "Geometric Sunburst" pattern like this bracelet design by Christine Woollacott.
Earrings
Olive-green seed beads enhance the red tones of the rose gold-filled components in these fun fringe earrings, creating a dynamic contrast.
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