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How to Use Liquid Polymer Clay
Discover the creative potential of liquid polymer clay! Explore its many uses, then dive into Tamara Honaman’s tutorial to craft your own liquid clay sheet.
Making a Butterfly Polymer Clay Cane
Polymer clay canes are a versatile staple in the jewelry-maker's skill set. Learn how to make butterfly-wing canes with these instructions.
Multi-Strand Bracelet and Earring Set
The brilliant green of Wasabi spices up the warm, cozy tones of Sable and Cashmere in these fashion-forward seed-beaded baubles.
How to Make a Wire Hook-and-Eye Clasp
Making your own clasps can save time and money. These instructions, complete with photos, show you how to make your own hook-and-eye clasps with wire.
Peg Leg™ - Wire-Wrapping Jig
Create small wirework components using the hand-held Peg Leg wire-wrapping tool. Follow these written instructions to set up and use this handy tool.
Art Clay® Gold Paste
Discover guidelines for preparation, application, kiln firing and finishing Art Clay® Gold Paste, a liquid paste designed to add gold texture to ceramic, porcelain, glass and Art Clay® Silver fired clay pieces.
Earrings
Vintaj® Ultimate Paint and Stain gives polymer clay the look of patinaed and verdigris copper in this pair of lightweight earrings. Seed beaded dangles coordinate the colors and add extra movement to this swinging design.
How to Make a Bail Using Wire for Briolettes
Looking for an easy way to hang briolettes? These illustrated instructions show how simple it can be to make a bail.
Queen's Link Chainmaille
Add elegant detail to chainmaille jewelry using the queen's link chainmaille technique.
Art Clay® Silver—Firing FAQ's
Art Clay Silver metal clay can be fired with a butane torch—sometimes. When? How? What happens after firing? Jewelry experts answer these and other questions in this FAQ.
Décor
Branch out into holiday décor designs with this beaded wire project from Preciosa®. Seed beads strung on high gauge wireworking wire forms the shape of this holly branch. Add Preciosa’s pearls as red holly berries or white mistletoe!
Single-Strand Necklace, Bracelet and Earrings Set
Celestial jewelry is always a stylish choice and these wire-wrapped quartz moons are radiant.
Lashed Wrap Bracelet
Metallic Half Tila® beads stack up in this stylish lashed wrap bracelet, a strong on-going trend. Step-by-step instructions courtesy of Miyuki.
How to Create a Spiral Chainmaille Weave
Let the loops do the work for you. Easily create intriguing chains using this simple spiral chainmaille weave.
How to Create a Roundmaille Weave
Create sleek, smooth and flexible lengths of roundmaille chain by following these simple step-by-step illustrated instructions.
How to Create a Japanese 4-in-1 Chainmaille Weave
Learn how to create this simple Japanese chainmaille style to quickly create airy accents for jewelry and other designs.
How to Make a Bib-Style Necklace
Ukrainian artist Elena Golovchenko blended purples and lavenders from gemstone, Czech fire-polished glass and seed beads to create this bib necklace. Follow Elena Golovchenko’s intricate design with Fashion Magazine’s instructions.
How to Create an Inverted Round Chainmaille Weave
An inverted version of roundmaille, this technique creates an elegant chain ideal for jewelry and other design embellishments.
How to Create a 4-in-1 Half Persian Chainmaille Weave
Create fun textured jewelry with the 4-in-1 half Persian chainmaille weave. Learn step by step.
Ornament
Stitch a glittering snowflake net over a round round Christmas ornament. Make this holiday treasure with full step-by-step instructions from Preciosa®.
How to Assemble and Use the Wrapit Loom™
With the Wrapit Loom™ tying station, you can say goodbye to the complexities of intricate bead-stringing and hello to a hassle-free way to craft beautiful bracelets. With this easy-to-use tool, you can create stunning bracelets without getting tied up in knots.
Prometheus Sunny Bronze Clay
Infuse your ideas with a cheerful glow using Prometheus® Sunny Bronze Clay. Comprehensive instructions provide all the information you need to ensure your success in bringing your creative visions to light.
Using Small Crystals to Make Corners in Designs
Learn how to use small crystals as corner beads and create this sparkling bracelet in this tutorial.
Artistic Wire® 3D Bracelet Jig
This handy how-to video from Beadalon® explains how simple it is to use the Artistic Wire® 3D bracelet jig. Creating wire cuff bracelets has never been easier!
Home Décor Fish with Twin™ Seed Beads
Four fishy little figurines made using Preciosa Twin™ and size #11 seed beads. Use these step-by-step instructions from Preciosa® to make your own!
Beaded Backstitch
A stitch that is used often in bead embroidery is the backstitch. This stitch is used to frame the components adhered to the beading medium.
Ornament
Use off-loom beading stitches to create this lacy embellishment for a Christmas tree ornament using our full step-by-step instructions, courtesy of Preciosa®.
Ring with Seed Beads
To make a seed bead ring, choose your colors from Fire Mountain Gems' vast seed bead selection.
Jump Ring Jewelry
Got jump rings and a clasp? You've got a delightful necklace or bracelet just waiting to be made. Learn linking techniques to turn the humble jump ring into the star of the show.
Prometheus® White Bronze Clay Instructions
Learn the steps for using Prometheus® White Bronze clay for jewelry-making—including a kiln firing schedule. This tutorial includes tips for building, drying and finishing the clay before and after firing.
Step-by-Step Approach
Learn how to use a wireworking jig with this step-by-step tutorial. Includes tips and tricks from the makers of the WigJig.
Stretchy Cord Bracelet
Stretch your skills with this fun, easy bracelet project! Judy Hendrix guides you through making stretch bracelets in this fun and colorful tutorial.
Prometheus® Sterling White Bronze Clay
Prometheus® Sterling White Bronze Clay is ideal for creations that shine with the ethereal glow of moonlight. Master the art of working with this unique medium and watch your creations come to life with an otherworldly brilliance.
Prometheus® Greenish Yellow Bronze Clay Instructions
Discover the sophisticated sheen of Prometheus® Greenish Yellow Bronze Clay. With these precise instructions, you will learn to create dazzling works of art with ease.
Firing Art Clay® with a Gas Stove
Not everyone has access to a kiln. In this tutorial, learn how to fire certain types of metal clay pieces on a gas stove rather than with traditional firing methods.
The Y Necklace
Follow the steps below to create a timeless and fashionable "Y" necklace. Your necklace is sure to get "oohs and aahs" from all who see it.
Picot Stitch
Learn the picot stitch from jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman in this step-by-step guide. Discover why jewelry makers love this versatile stitch for seed bead designs.
Stitching an "X"
Jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman teaches how to create this "X" stitch used to embellish cabochons.
Prometheus Light Yellow Bronze Clay Instructions
Release the inner brilliance of your sculpting with Prometheus® Light Yellow Bronze Clay. Precise instructions give you all the information you need to create glowing, golden works of art.
How to Create a Jens Pind Linkage Chainmaille Weave
Learn step by step how to complete a jens pind linkage chainmaille weave. An advanced chaimaille technique to create intricate designs.
Assembling the Professional Beading Loom
Set up the Professional Beading Loom using these written step-by-step instructions. Although designed for use with Delica® beads, designers can use any seed bead sized 11/0 to 15/0 on this loom.
Ring with Precious Metal Clay and 22Kt Gold Metal Clay Paste
Let your creativity take flight! Debbie Edmonds' Dragonfly Ring turns precious metal silver clay and gold paste into a beautifully crafted dragonfly.
Memory Wire Bracelet
A stunning memory wire bracelet adorned with a harmonious blend of natural wood, captivating gemstones, and elegant sterling silver charms and beads.
Bracelet and Earrings Set
Complete your ensemble with our elegant 3-strand bracelet and matching earrings, adorned with Preciosa Czech rose and Labrador crystal beads, beautifully complemented by antique silver-plated pewter accents.
Prometheus Clays Information Sheet
Working with Prometheus® Clay is similar to working with polymer and ceramic clays. Find all the tips and techniques you need in this how-to guide from Prometheus.
EnviroTex® Jewelry Resin
EnviroTex® jewelry resin is ideal for filling bezels and molds with shells, beads, paper and more. Learn how to use it in your designs with this instruction guide.
How to Create a Seed Beaded Toggle Clasp
Learn how to make your own seed beaded toggle clasps for the ultimate in one-of-a-kind jewelry.
Prometheus Clay - Working Tips
If you've never worked with Prometheus® metal clay before, you're in luck! We have a ton of tips and tricks for this versatile material from Prometheus.
African Helix Stitch
Follow along with jewelry-making expert Rose as she teaches the basics of an African helix stitch and how to develop your own unique designs using this uncommon stitch.
How to Create a Cellini Spiral
You can master the Cellini spiral after following these step-by-step instructions. Extra-large images that show you exactly where everything goes.
How to Create the Chevron Stitch
The chevron stitch is a versatile seed-beading technique that is perfect for all kinds of decorative and jewelry-making uses. Learn how it's done with this how-to video hosted by Rose.
How to Create the Dutch Spiral Stitch
Add to your seed beading technique repertoire by learning how to make the Dutch spiral stitch. Three-dimensional models help you figure out each step of the instructions.
How to Thread a Needle with Ease
Learn an alternate way to thread a needle without holding it in the air. Clear images demonstrate every step in this how-to.
How to Create a Flat Chenille Stitch
Expand your bead-weaving skills by learning how to make the flat chenille stitch. This complex beading pattern uses little seed beads, but don't fret, large images accompany the instructions to help you form each row correctly.
How to Use French Wire with Thread
French wire is designed to protect thread and other stringing materials from fraying at the loop of a clasp. Learn how to incorporate it in your designs with these illustrated instructions.
Earrings
Rangashrii Santhanam wanted to create show-stopping earrings, and we think she succeeded! Tiny seed beads form a diamond-patterned netting that showcases the bicones with striking contrast.
How to Create a Dragonscale Chainmaille Weave
Let your imagination run wild by learning the dragonscale chainmaille weave technique. Create dynamic designs by advancing your chainmaille skills.
How to Dye Pearls
Learn how to easily dye pearls to match any outfit or occasion, a process which has been a closely guarded trade secret.
Morse Code "Keep Going" Earrings
Create your own semicolon and the Morse Code “Keep Going” earrings to show support for those who deal with suicidal ideation and mental health issues.
Morse Code "Nerd is the New Cool" Earrings
Follow the instructions to create "Nerd is the New Cool" Morse Code earrings.
Using a Stop Bead
Follow along with instructions for how to use a stop bead to keep beads on the thread when starting any off-loom stitch. The stop bead is temporary and easy to remove.
Ring Mount Instructions
Learn how to glue a cabochon into a closed-back ring setting with this tutorial. Clear images demonstrate each step in this how-to.
Morse Code "Best Friends Forever" Earrings
Support four-legged friends and the organizations protecting them with the proceeds from themed jewelry, like these Morse Code “Best Friends Forever” earrings.
Antiqued Pewter Bookmark
Playful pussycats frolic along this bookmark, chasing fiber-optic bead balls and swatting at the tempting silk tassel. The purr-fect gift for a bookish cat lover!
Bracelet
This bracelet features an elegant reef knot, sometimes also called a Hercules knot. that often represents commitment, marriage, love and unity.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
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Earrings
These charming polymer clay popsicles are dripping with style.
Single-Strand Necklace
Let the sky-blue beauty of trolleite—accented with curled copper Zebra Wire—create a sense of sophisticated simplicity with this pendant necklace.
Double-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Bold AND beautiful! Crystal Passions® pearls pair with golden large-link chain in this timeless and elegant jewelry set. Includes full written instructions for creating both necklace and earrings.
Earrings
Level up your fashion with dream catcher earrings embellished with dazzling Crystal Passions® beads and vibrant turquoise accents.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Mother-of-pearl shell meets the dramatic flashes of Czech fire-polished glass for a striking necklace and earrings set that is just as at home on the seaside as the dance floor.
Bracelet
Bead your own Lush Embellished Bracelet using whatever beads strike your fancy. This detailed design by internationally recognized artist and author Sherry Serafini includes a video how-to with Sherry, plus full step-by-step written instructions.
How to Create a European 6-in-1 Chainmaille Weave
Learn to create one of the most common forms of chainmaille using these step-by-step instructions.
How to Create the Cubic Right Angle Weave
Here's an easy solution to learning the cubic right-angle weave. Simply follow this illustrative guide and start designing today.
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.
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.
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