Crochet with Wire: The Chain Stitch
Crocheting isn't just for yarn! Watch this video to learn how to use the chain stitch to incorporate beads and other items into your jewelry designs.
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How to Use a Disc Cutter
Save time and effort with metal disc cutters! Watch Michael show how to use these handy tools to shape metal for your jewelry.
Single-Strand Necklace
Rosanne Rosenberger’s "Mother of the Groom" necklace design is created using Fire Mountain’s Kismet bracelet pattern. Let this award-winning design inspire your next creation.
Lariat-Style Necklace and Earring Set
The iridescent flashes of rainbow moonstone and crystal AB beads give this jewelry set plenty of sparkle.
Four-Tiered Earrings
Framed by gold-toned circles, the rich colors of Czech crystal and fire-polished glass beads give these earrings a striking presence.
Bracelet and Earrings Set
Crystal Passions® and Preciosa® Czech crystals form a palette straight from a rocky seacoast in this jewelry set.
Bracelet and Earrings Set
The earthy tones of red jasper, sunstone, petrified wood and rose quartz give this bracelet and earring set a sophisticated yet laid-back vibe.
Single-Strand Necklace
Annette Miller used fifty-four strands of braided wire to make this gorgeous Pearl Bouquet pendant necklace, worthy of any bride-to-be.
How to Use Ribbon Ends in Jewelry Designs
Finishing your ribbon jewelry is a snap with ribbon ends. Learn how in this helpful video.
Bracelet
The wavy copper rondelles add a modern touch to this Powercord® energy bracelet made with rainbow obsidian, ensuring that it brings good vibes to all who wear it.
Bracelet
This bracelet shimmers with the sparkling energy of golden sheen obsidian. The gleaming stainless steel beads offer a striking contrast and provide durability, resisting rust and corrosion. This makes it the perfect accessory for both men's and unisex styles.
Single-Strand Necklace
Nothing says simplicity and sophistication like a strand of beads around the neck. Gold-finished chain brings out the green hues in this classy emerald necklace.
Christmas Tree Earrings
Give these ruby-red Christmas tree earrings a go for dazzling holiday party accessorizing.
Bracelet
Spring is in the air—and on your wrist with this delightful daisy chain stitch bracelet!
Single-Strand Necklace
This wirework dog necklace featuring turquoise is designed in honor of our 50th anniversary.
Earrings
Create your own pair of delicious gummy bear earrings using resin and make a unique fashion statement.
Earrings
Rose gold-filled accents perfectly bring out the deep, wine-red tones of garnet.
Double-Strand Necklace
Three cheers for the red, white and blue! Celebrate in style and sparkle with this patriotic necklace.
Lanyard
Attach your ID badge to a fun and stylish lanyard like this one. Acrylic beads keep the design lightweight, accented with sparkling glass and crystal beads.
Bracelet and Earrings Set
Preciosa Czech crystal and coconut shell take you on a trip to the ocean. These fabulous hoops and the matching bracelet are sure to make waves wherever they're worn.
Earrings
These adorable Sculpey® PREMO polymer clay candy corn earrings look sweet enough to eat! But don't do that; wear them instead!
Earrings Set
Tiered clay Christmas trees bring some crafty creativity in this festive earrings set.
Earrings
Light up your Christmas holiday with these emerald-colored earrings that sparkle like lightbulbs on your tree.
Earrings
Brass components make up this sleek, modern earring design, stamped with a heartfelt message.
Personalize Jewelry Using Steel Letter and Number Punches
Jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman walks you through how to add the flair of personalization to metal jewelry with letter and number punches in this handy video.
Earrings
Oh mini Christmas tree earrings, oh mini Christmas tree earrings, how lovely are thy seed beads. Get in the holiday spirit with tiny wearable Tannenbaums.
Triple-Strand Bracelet
You'll be puttin' on the ritz with this glittering, glamorous bracelet.
Bracelet
Craft exquisite arm adornments with Tammy Honaman's complimentary Kumihimo seed bead project. Enjoy the freedom to express your style by effortlessly substituting your preferred colors for endless fashionable statements.
Lariat-Style Necklace and Earring Set
Lariat necklaces are an obvious choice for fancy attire, and this design spares no elegance. Czech glass cathedral beads in green and mint form a sparkling set.
Double-Strand Bracelet
In this cheery bracelet the vibrant spring green of rhyolite perfectly complements the blissful Preciosa crystal butterfly beads.
Lariat-Style Necklace and Earring Set
Bring this elegant lariat necklace to life with your personal touch by following our step-by-step instructions, available for free. Choose your favorite beads and create a customized masterpiece.
Earrings
Deep red and orange beads strung across teardrop frames shimmer in the light as you dance your way through the two-step.
Earrings
Tila beads in Southwestern colors form an eye-catching pair of mosaic earrings perfect for attending a rodeo or spending a day at the ranch.
Single-Strand Necklace
Wood and coconut beads in a multi-strand design make this necklace feel earthy and nature-inspired without going over the top.
Multi-Strand Necklace
Mixed materials, like different chains and nut beads, add intrigue to designs. Make each piece convertible with clasps to up the creative ante.
Earrings
Upcycle bullet casings into on-trend earrings with tassels made from leather fringe. These earrings add a Western-style touch to any look.
Belt Buckle
Inlaid rhodochrosite chips make the perfect border for a gemstone cabochon in this classy belt buckle, perfect with anything from jeans to formal wear.
Boots
Add a little something extra to your cowboy boots with chain and goldstone cabochons, as seen in this rootin'-tootin' design.
Single-Strand Necklace, Bracelet and Earring Set
Put a bright pop of color into your look with this dazzling three-piece Crystal Passions® design. The large links give this design an extra punch of fashion flavor.
Earrings
You'd better bell-ieve these chandelier earrings are stylish and striking attention-getters.
Bracelet
Show off your timeless patriotism with a red, white and blue bracelet featuring Crystal Passions® pearls.
Earrings
Welcome spring and add some fun floral vibes! These earrings are blooming with paua shell flowers and adorable wooden bead buds.
Inserting a Saw Blade into a Jeweler's Saw Frame
Welcome, jewelry enthusiasts! In this video, we'll show you how to expertly insert a saw blade into a jeweler's saw frame, a must-have tool for precision metal sheet cutting in your jewelry-making endeavors.
Earrings
Barbie would be proud of these stunning pink filigree earrings! They're the perfect accessory to complete your Barbiecore look.
Single-Strand Necklace
This stunning wireworked Christmas flower Poinsettia necklace is a perfect way to add some holiday cheer to your jewelry collection.
How to Start a 3-in-3 Chain with a Twist
Sue Ripsch, author of Classic Chain Mail Jewelry, demonstrates the 3-in-3 chainmaille weave with a twist. Follow along to learn this technique.
Bracelet and Earring Set
Timeless grace is here. This enchanting set features vine-like layers of 14Kt gold-filled chain, sparkling tanzanite rhinestones, and cascading hibiscus blooms.
Single-Strand Necklace
This design brings together a beautiful collection of natural materials including leather, horn, bone and more for a boho-inspired look.
Single-Strand Necklace
This pendant necklace is perfectly in line with the galaxycore trend. Create your own one-of-a-kind spacey effect with resin, dye, and glitter.
Single-Strand Necklace
It's time for tea and pastries created from polymer clay for a conversation-sparking piece.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Experience a sense of calmness in your style with the beautiful blue color of Crystal Passions® in this jewelry set.
How to Create a Zipper Cane Using Polymer Clay
Rose explains how to make a zipper cane, a polymer clay cane that may look complex, but is actually simple--especially with step-by-step instructions from this tutorial.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Celtic-inspired chainmaille accessories with incredible faceted amethyst beads.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Elevate any ensemble effortlessly with this user-friendly jewelry project. It's a breeze to string together and is destined to become a beloved customer favorite.
Bracelet
Mathematical concepts apply themselves to jewelry in this project. Follow the free instructions to create a Sine Wave bangle--no graphing calculator required!
Multi-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Take advantage of our bulk seed bead mixes to create this original multi-strand convertible necklace and earring set. With so many different options for color and style, the possibilities are endless.
Single-Strand Necklace
Mystic Moons features blue mystic topaz gemstones and a moonstone cabochon in a stunning pendant created with the help of 3D printing technology.
How to Use the Artistic Wire® Ring and Bracelet Finding Forms™
Wyatt White, formerly of Beadalon®, is here to show you how to make adjustable round rings and oval bangle bracelets using your favorite jewelry-making wire.
Cuff Bracelet
A stunning wire-weave bracelet with a soft metallic glow accenting opaque moonstone and labradorite.
How to Use the Artistic Wire® Ear Wire Findings Form™
Wyatt, formerly from Beadalon®, explains how to use the Artistic Wire® Ear Wire Findings Forms™ to create beaded earrings in this video and written tutorial.
Bracelet
Spring is in full bloom with a rainbow of bright colors, flowers and stylish wire-work.
Basic Wire-Weaving Techniques
Want to get into wire weaving? This how-to video will teach you how three basic wire-weaving patterns.
Bib-Style Necklace
With a sultry plunging neckline, the delicate antique components work in harmony with valiant focals to exhibit an alluring, unwavering feminine power.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set
Elevate your jewelry collection with the dazzling brilliance of emerald-hued Crystal Passions® fancy stones, adding a touch of glamour and sophistication to your style.
Suncatcher
Celebrate Americana with a red, white and blue suncatcher that’s sure to make a sparkling patriotic statement.
Bib-Style Necklace
Join the hummingbirds for a day in this stunning bib necklace. The creativity and precision with which this piece was made earned it the Wonderful Whimsy Award.
Basics to Kumihimo
Get creative with beads and the basics of kumihimo, a traditional Japanese braiding technique.
Wind Chime
Make your own patriotic wind chimes that sparkle in red, white and blue for a beautiful effect.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set
This shell necklace and hoop earring set is sure to provide a seaside feel to any look.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set
Create this cozy look and feel to dress up any sweater and jeans with a clever combination of looped suede cord and wood beads.
Cuff-Style Bracelet
Inspired by the fish of the same name, "Parrot Fish" features a vibrant color palette reminiscent of tropical fish scales shimmering beneath the ocean waves.
Collar-Style Necklace and Earring Set
Chainmaille jewelry gets a colorful new look with anodized aluminum jump rings and a fun fringe of Czech fire-polished beads.
Bracelet and Earring Set
Hand-cut emerald beads give this bracelet and earring set an organic yet sophisticated feel.
Home Décor Wall Art
Inspired by the wildfires in California, this freeform wall décor came together with a wide variety of beads and components, truly capturing the feeling of warmth and flames.
How to Make a Brick Seed Bead Stitch
The brick stitch is ideal for a myriad of seed bead patterns. Watch this video to learn how to incorporate it into your jewelry designs.
Earrings
Welcome spring with Celestial Crystal® daisy earrings that bloom with sparkle.
Bracelet
A lampworked glass bead is the star of this floral-themed bracelet, framed by perfectly matched seed beading.
Create Your Own Crushed Stone Inlay Jewelry
Make your own gemstone inlay pendant by watching this quick how-to video.
Earrings
Show off the stylish side of metals with this array of metallic sheet circles turned into a pair of vibrant earrings.
Single-Strand Vegetable Necklace
An appetizing design sure to satiate your cravings.
Purse
Take a run through the jungle with this beaded tiger purse. "Hunting by Moonlight" is bound to draw attention with its realistic portrayal of such a fierce creature.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Lillypilly lacquered copper sheet is artistically cut into heart shapes, creating an earring and pendant set that exudes romance with a touch of industrial chic.
Earrings
Purple and silver-colored metal come together in these earrings for a futuristic look.
Single-Strand Necklace
Make a celestial statement with this stellar sterling silver pendant necklace with sparkling crystal stars.
Mod Podge® and Other Surface Sealants
Looking for a surface sealant to use on your jewelry projects? Watch as Chris explains some of the most popular jewelry sealants to help you get exactly what you need.
Single-Strand Necklace
Metal clay and polymer clay come together in a stunning necklace that will complement any look.
How to Create a Bullseye Cane Using Polymer Clay
Learn the basics of creating a bullseye cane with in-house jewelry designer Rose Wingenbach. It's so easy!
Home Décor Pillow
Diane McPhee's "Theo" immortalizes the memory of a beloved furry friend. Vivid seed bead stitches paint a picture of a kind, loving animal.
Single-Strand Necklace
It was the vivid colors captured in the morning dew in Edwin Batres' garden that inspired this dimensional design. "Rocio" is a stunner packed with textural appeal.
Wrap Bracelet
Find yourself wrapped up in a classic Lithuanian fairy tale while wearing this gold medal-winning bracelet by designer Ezartesa.
How to Create the Intermittent Stringing Technique
Watch and learn how to use the sophisticated and simple intermittent stringing technique, also know as a floating necklace, that showcases your beads by incorporating your beading wire into the design.
Collar-Style Necklace
Designed to resemble the bonds of love and hopes for the future, "Mother of the Bride" is both a statement piece and a cherished heirloom.
How to Use Bead Caps in Your Jewelry
Learn how to top off a bead using a bead cap for a finished and professional look.
Bib-Style Necklace
"Cinco de Mayo" celebrates the beauty of Mexican fashion and folklore. Brightly beaded flowers in rich colors give this design a sugar skull-like appearance.
Single-Strand Necklace, Bracelet and Earring Set
Inspired by the goddess of spring, this seed bead and polymer clay set paints a beautiful pastel picture. Its gentle color scheme is perfect for wedding jewelry.
How to Use Accu-Guard™ Wire Protectors
Not quite sure how to use Accu-Guard wire protectors? This instructional video shows how easy it is to protect your jewelry from wear and tear.
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