Jewelry Mediums | Fire Mountain Gems and Beads

Earrings

Dareya Cohen’s earring project includes full written instructions for creating your own version of her silver and Crystal Passions® design. Go for the same icy hues or opt for the colors you and your customers like most.

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Single-Strand Necklace

Designer Marlene Rydzewski, creates a sophisticated necklace and earring set using sapphire beads, cultured freshwater pearls and sterling silver wire.

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How to Create a Resin Pendant

Create a framed resin pendant—like a window into another place or time—using photo-illustrated instructions by jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman.

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Triple-Strand Necklace

This multi-strand necklace by Matthew MacMinn can be made in silver and Crystal Passions® peridot green, or opt for the colors you or your customers like most.

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Earrings

The gemstones in these delicate earrings infuse this design with the essence of early morning rain. Follow our free tutorial to make your own pair.

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Pouch

Use peyote stitch with seed beads and 4mm fire-polished glass beads to create a luxurious small accessory case. Courtesy of Preciosa®, complete with step-by-step instructions.

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Ask the Experts Memory Wire Q&A

Q: Dear Fire Mountain, what tools should I use to cut and finish my memory wire jewelry?

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Ornaments

You can never make too many Christmas designs. This tutorial from Preciosa teaches how to make a seed bead net to place over and dress up glass baubles.

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How to Use Beadswax®

Unlock the full potential of your projects with Beadswax® as your adhesive. The straightforward instructions that follow provide all the guidance you need to craft your stunning beaded masterpieces

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Endless Necklace

The possibilities are endless ... and claspless! Here's how to build a long necklace that slips over the head and has no visible beginning or end.

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Bell Ornament

Ring in some holiday décor designs with this beaded wire project from Preciosa®. Seed beads strung on high gauge wireworking wire forms the shape and supports the structure of this bell ornament.

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How to Create a Wire Band

Getting frustrated with hand-wrapping wire bands? This handy instruction guide shows how to use banding pliers to make perfectly started wraps every time.

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How to Use Gilders Paste®

Gilders Paste is a professional wax-based medium that can be mixed and layered for an endless color palette that won't fade. Learn how with this informative article.

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How to Make Hair Comb out of Wire

These step-by-step instructions show you how to make a hair comb from wire. With helpful illustrations at each step, this accessory is easier than ever.

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How to Create a Colorful Liquid Polyclay™ Sheet

Learn how to create your own one-of-a-kind designs with liquid polymer clay sheets in this tutorial from author, jewelry-making expert and educator Tammy Honaman.

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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.

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How to Use Bulldog Crimps™

Using Bulldog Crimps™ is easy. They work ideally as temporary crimps for stringing beads and holding multiple strands together for display or organization.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Art Clay® Gold Paste

Art Clay® Gold Paste is a liquid paste designed to add gold texture to ceramic, porcelain, glass and/or Art Clay® Silver fired clay pieces. This tutorial includes guidelines for preparation, application, kiln firing and finishing—plus handling tips and safety precautions.

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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.

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How to Make a Bail for Briolettes Using Wire

Looking for an easy way to hang briolettes? These illustrated instructions show how simple it can be to make a bail.

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Queen's Link Chainmaille

Add elegant detail to chainmaille jewelry using the queen's link chainmaille technique.

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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.

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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!

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Single-Strand Necklace, Bracelet and Earrings Set

Celestial jewelry is always a stylish choice and these wire-wrapped quartz moons are radiant.

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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.

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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.

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How to Create a Roundmaille Weave

Create sleek, smooth and flexible lengths of roundmaille chain by following these simple step-by-step illustrated instructions.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Ornament

Stitch a glittering snowflake net over a round round Christmas ornament. Make this holiday treasure with full step-by-step instructions from Preciosa®.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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!

Design Idea CAF3

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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.

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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®.

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Ring with Seed Beads

To make a seed bead ring, choose your colors from Fire Mountain Gems' vast seed bead selection.

Design Idea 7255

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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.

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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.

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How to Use a WigJig Jewelry Tool

Learn how to use a wireworking jig with this step-by-step tutorial. Includes tips and tricks from the makers of the WigJig.

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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.

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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.

Design Idea H72C

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Stitching an "X"

Jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman teaches how to create this "X" stitch used to embellish cabochons.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Ring with Silver and 22Kt Gold Art Clay®

Let your creativity take flight! Debbie Edmonds' Dragonfly Ring turns Art Clay® silver and gold paste into a beautifully crafted dragonfly.

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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.

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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.

Design Idea PH28

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Morse Code Earrings

The semicolon has become a symbol of support for those who have dealt with suicide, depression, addiction and other mental health issues. Follow our instructions to make these earrings and send an encouraging message in Morse Code via seed beads.

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Morse Code Hoop Earrings

Morse Code jewelry is a fun way to personalize your creations, send secret messages and learn a new skill. Follow the instructions to find out what the beads in these hoops spell out.

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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.

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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.

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Morse Code Earrings Set

Support four-legged friends and the organizations that protect them with the proceeds from themed jewelry. You can even include secret messages in Morse code with seed beads--these earrings say, “best friend forever” as a perfect match to the paw print charm.

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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!

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Bracelet

This bracelet features an elegant reef knot, sometimes also called a Hercules knot. that often represents commitment, marriage, love and unity.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Caring for kids takes a village. That's why we love supporting organizations that do just that. The Boy and Girls Clubs of America have been providing a safe place for the kids the serve for over 100 years. Support your favorite organization and help a kid on the path to a great future.

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Ornament Hanger

Using an elegant ornament hanger, anything with a loop can become a beautiful ornament!

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Earrings

These charming polymer clay popsicles are dripping with style.

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Cotton Filled Gift Box

Experience the enchantment of the holidays with our Christmas gift box, featuring ribbon charms and festive trinkets.

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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.

Design Idea PH25

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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.

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Earrings

Level up your fashion with dream catcher earrings embellished with dazzling Crystal Passions® beads and vibrant turquoise accents.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

Design Idea J414

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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.

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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.

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