Jewelry Mediums | Fire Mountain Gems and Beads

Sassy Spirals Techniques

Lisa Pavelka walks you through the process of making your own bead caps, wire cages and spiral accents in beginner friendly wire working tutorial videos.

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Collar-Style Necklace

Invoke the ornate elegance of royal fashion with this gold-plated and pearl statement piece.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

The tree of life has been used all over the world for centuries. To capture this symbol in your jewelry, wire-wrap a cabochon with a tree design by following these video instructions.

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Choker-Style Necklace

This award-winning design, "Empress Catherine" by Marielle Teasdale, was inspired by the Romanov collection and how filigree was used to create decorative objects.

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Creating an Eye Pin from a Length of Wire

Silent animation displays how to create an eye pin from a length of wire. Below the video are full written step-by-step instructions by jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman.

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Crown

Embrace your majesty with this copper crown design. Play with color and gauge variance to draw the attention of the court and other envious royals.

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Bracelet

Rose is showing off some wonderful beads to use when it comes to peyote stitch. Find out what she has planned, and what she is demonstrating off with simple beads.

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Single-Strand Necklace

A wonder from down under, this metal pendant features a milky Australian opal center and accentuated wire coil contours.

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Collar-Style Necklace and Earring Set

Take your flat peyote stitch pattern to another dimension with this earring and necklace set. The graduated bead sizes give this design a 3D lift.

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Bracelet

A snake-inspired chainmaille bracelet composed of anodized aluminum scales. The intricate design creates the appearance of a corn snake.

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Triple-Strand Necklace

Let this celestial-themed necklace inspire out-of-this-world jewelry.

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Scarf-Style Necklace and Earring Set

Resembling a dazzling scarf, this necklace intricately combines shimmering sequin sheet and tiny seed beads, creating a captivating and versatile accessory.

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Three-Piece Bracelet Set

Wrap wire into repeating geometric patterns to resemble the decorative woven grass techniques of ancient artisans.

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Convertible Necklace, Bracelet and Earring Set

Inspired by the symbolism of the black orchid--believed by some to represent absolute power--this three-piece set features a beautiful contrast of silver wirework and black pearls.

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Bracelet

Chainmaille artist and instructor, Kat Wisniewski, has a fun, quick and easy helm chain bangle bracelet project that combines flexible and traditional jump rings.

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Brooch

Jewelry inspiration comes from everywhere--even while we sleep. This whimsical spatula-tailed hummingbird brooch was a design pulled from the artist's dream.

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Single-Strand Necklace

The bluebells in this entry in Tamara Allison’s Wall Flower Pendant series will leave you anything but blue.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

A fun and charming chainmaille necklace and earring set design with colorful porcelain beads.

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Polymer Clay Mica-Shift Technique

Explore the mesmerizing world of the Polymer Clay Mica-Shift Technique in our upcoming video.

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Bib-Style Necklace

Like white petals in the moonlight, the metallic surfaces of this artistic design seem to emit a pale glow. A silver butterfly flies amongst the winding wirework vines.

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Sterling Silver Jump Rings

You'll love the range of sterling silver jump rings available at Fire Mountain Gems and Beads, especially because jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman showcases the various sizes, gauges and shapes in this product feature.

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Single-Strand Necklace

Turn a love for turquoise into a wear-anywhere design! Follow these step-by-step instructions to cinch in a cabochon to its setting and then string up the rest of the design.

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Triple-Strand Bracelet

Hop along a sterling silver beaded river atop these beautiful amethyst Stepping Stones with this gorgeous bracelet that's sure to impress.

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Double-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Amazonite, amethyst, chrysocola and apatite combine in a necklace and earring set that holds the colors of the ocean.

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Single-Strand Necklace

Create a subtle statement piece with this chainmaille pendant necklace by Kat Wisniewski. Easily customize colors, size, and style.

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Earrings

The rich, soothing colors of rainbow fluorite hearts are beautifully reflected by textured metal sheet in these reclaimed-style earrings.

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Single-Strand Wall Flower Necklace

Resin infills of copper sheet make for a colorful tulip drop in this piece from Tamara Allison’s Wallflower Pendant series.

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S'more Earrings

Indulge your creative sweet tooth with these delectable s'mores earrings cleverly crafted from polymer clay.

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Using Spacer Bars in Multi-Strand Designs

Spacer bars are a great way to bring structure—and style!—to your multi-strand jewelry creations. Expert jewelry designer Tammy Honaman shows how they work in this video.

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Forming Complex Wire Shapes

Although jewelry wire is often used to support other components, it can also take center stage. Learn how to make sculptural wire pendants in this informative video with jewelry designer Sandra Lupo.

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Forming Basic Wire Shapes

Handmade wire components can take any jewelry design from "okay" to "wow!". Learn how to make an S-clasp, pendant hanger and bead cage with this how-to video with renowned metalsmith Sandra Lupo.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

This project has a magical effect with sparkling white opal AB Crystal Passions® beads that appear to float on 24Kt gold-plated Accu-Flex® professional-quality beading wire.

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Bracelet

Jingle all the way to the party with this bracelet. Gold-plated beads accent red and green crystals as bell charms in matching colors ring-a-ding-ding.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set

Southwestern or boho? This striking necklace and earring set appeals to both styles.

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Bracelet and Earrings Set

Create a boho-inspired seed bead jewelry set for an on-trend look. Substitute your own color palette for unlimited style options.

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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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Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set

Laser-cut mango wood components make stunning focals in this trendy jewelry set.

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Single-Strand Necklace

There’s no need to be shy; this copper and resin peony from Tamara Allison’s Wallflower Pendant series exudes understated elegance.

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Bib-Style Necklace

Conjure creativity with this enchanting combination of clay and wirework. The wire forms provide an organic accent to the flower-adorned visages.

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Cuff Bracelet

Make metal macramé with the twisting wirework forms found in this Renaissance-inspired bracelet.

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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.

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Earrings

The muted colors of watermelon "quartz" glass and the simple shape of textured brass sheet give these earrings a fun retro vibe. Color-coordinated seed beads add visual interest and an extra bit of detail.

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