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Earrings
Create elegant fall earrings with Celestial Crystal® beads for a subtle charm and feminine allure for any outfit.
Bracelet
Capture the glistening hues of winter in this holiday-themed bracelet. A blend of silver-plated pewter beads and crystal rhinestones makes this an irresistible treat.
How to Crochet with Wire
Does wire crochet intrigue you? In this article, jewelry-making expert Sandra Lupo shares her knowledge of wire crochet and her formula for starting a successful jewelry design.
The Beadmakers' Handbook
Download for FREE the first openly available resource for the beader and jewelry maker. Includes bead-stringing designs and techniques. Discover where it all began!
All About Rhinestones
Discover interesting beading facts and new insights into the jewelry making industry with articles from Fire Mountain Gems and Beads. Article: All About Rhinestones
Beading Needles: A Comprehensive Guide for Every Project
Wondering which needles work best for your beading projects? Our handy guide offers sharp tips to help you choose the right needle and keep your beadwork on point!
Bracelet and Earring Set
This striking, sophisticated bracelet and earring set showcases floral-embossed brass with a petite floral pattern. The addition of lustrous seed beads in midnight hues of blue and amethyst brings a rich and alluring touch to this dramatic ensemble.
Earrings
Adorn your ears with the exquisite beauty of these delicate dangle earrings, featuring multi-gemstone beads and delicate gold-plated accents for a touch of elegance and sophistication.
Earrings
The Preciosa Czech crystal beads in these earrings sparkle in candlelight, beautifully capturing the essence of Hanukkah's celebration of light.
All About Clasps: A Clasp Style Guide and Easy Reference Chart
Learn all about clasps and how to use them in this handy guide.
Skirt
Golden steeds gallop for beautiful rhinestone embellishments in this dress with an elegant Western feeling.
Skirt
This skirt pops with abstract flowers, forming beautiful swirls around eye-catching bursts of twinkling rhinestones.
1962 Beaded Cadillac
Why, might you ask, would anyone want to bead a Cadillac in the first place? Well, a Cadillac is an American car with a large surface, so there is a lot of room for beads!
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Experience the versatility of polymer clay with this knitted texture plait project. Easily make it your own by changing the pendant shape.
Cuff Bracelet and Earring Set
Discover the world of designing with Premo! Sculpey® Polymer Clay. Create simple accessories like this cuff bracelet and earring set.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Diversify accessories with Premo! Sculpey® Polymer Clay. Create intrinsic patterns, designs and styles with an abundance of colors.
12 and 12 More: Alternate Choices for Birthstones
Explore the history of birthstones and find popular alternatives with the help of this article.
All About Jewelry Cord
Discover the best cord for your jewelry-making or crafting project with this thorough guide.
Know Your Beading Thread
Which thread is suited to seed beading? What's best for pearls? Learn about jewelry-making thread from Beadalon® WildFire™ to TOHO BEADS® One-G™ and more.
All About Crimps
Crimps are the powerhouse finding that secures one or more strands of beading wire. Learn more about crimps and how to use them in this article.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Grab the brass ring with this carnelian drop necklace and earrings set. Wirewrapped ParaWire™ creates the look of cones for an upscale, boho finish.
Bib-Style Necklace
On adventures near and far, strut your stuff in this memorable pachyderm necklace packed with bold orange detailing.
Multi-Strand Bracelet
Step out in style with this multi-gemstone bracelet featuring Celestial Crystal® beads and gold-plated accents.
Earrings
Adorn yourself with elegance in these stunning multi-gemstone dangle earrings, featuring a graceful gradual cascade of colorful beads with exquisite gold-plated accents.
Earrings
Pink and gold dazzle together in an earring design featuring Sculpey® PREMO clays and gold leaf sheet. Wire twists form breast cancer ribbon symbols.
Earrings
Craft dainty earrings flowing with the cool, serene hues of the ocean. Monogrammed discs add a personal touch to enhance the beauty of this work of art.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Transform your style with our mesmerizing necklace and earring set showcasing Preciosa Czech crystals in light sapphire, sapphire, and cobalt blue, beautifully paired with a fashionable paperclip chain and gold-finished brass accents.
A Dozen Ways to End a Necklace
Sometimes it's not easy to know how to end a necklace, especially when there are so many ways that you can start it. Well take a breath of relief, here are a dozen ways to help you.
A Sterling Reputation: Is Your Piece Fine or Sterling Silver?
Determining whether a piece of jewelry is fine or sterling silver can make or break a sale. Learn six different ways to test a piece of jewelry before and after you buy.
Jewelry Guide for Clothing Choices
In this article, you will learn how to make the most out of your jewelry by pairing it with complementary outfits.
History of Seed Beads: Japan
Part two on the history of Japanese seed bead industry. Find out how Japanese beads came to be regarded with such acclaim by beaders around the world.
History of Seed Beads
Trace the lineage of seed beads from their origins in clay and shell to the glorious heights achieved as the glassmaking industry refined the trade across the globe.
How to Make Bracelets with Bugle Beads and Seed Beads
Long twisted bugle beads fill these bracelets with fiery colors—make your own using the full written instructions courtesy of Preciosa®.
Multi-Strand Necklace
Create a unique necklace with an enameled pendant, complete with custom setting and bail. Read on to learn how.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
This chic jewelry set featuring lapis lazuli half-moon beads and trendy tassels will sweep you off your feet with its stylish design.
Triple-Strand Necklace
Turn heads with this stunning necklace featuring a Crystal Passions® amethyst drop, an emerald Chaton, and a mix of amethyst and emerald beads on a delicate gold-finished chain.
Custom Gadget and Accessory Embellishment
Get tips and inspiration for custom embellishment projects that will delight both you and your customers.
All About Metal Sheet
There is a lot of metal sheet for you to pick from when you're making your metal jewelry. That is why all of them have been assembled into one chart.
The Rosary
Learn more about the holy rosary and how it's been a treasured devotion in the Catholic Church for centuries.
Triple-Strand Bracelet and Earring Set
Elegant jasper and silk stone beads are paired with antique silver-plated brass in this alluring necklace and earring set. The delicate filigree adorning the flower focals adds a touch of timeless femininity to the overall design.
Triple-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Make a bold statement with this stunning necklace and earring set that exudes earthy elegance. This showstopper features beads of dyed African "turquoise," antiqued copper and faceted red jasper, creating a truly captivating ensemble.
Earrings
This earring design is versatile enough to be whatever you'd like--a flower, a Celtic knot or planetary orbits. Colorful jump rings and Celestial Crystals® are easy to personalize.
Collar-Style Necklace, Bracelet and Earring Set
Designer Florewela Dela Cruz Cornelis imagined seeing this set head Down the Aisle and we can't help but want to see that, too.
Key Ring
Express your resilience with this macramé keyring adorned with a charm proudly declaring "survivor."
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Make your own pendant by creating a seed bead bezel for any Crystal Passions, or other centerpieces.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
An opulent effect is created with the dramatic length of this necklace and the color pairing of gold and purple.
Ornament
Craft an enduring vision of loveliness that will captivate generations to come with this radiant snowflake ornament, adorned with lustrous green beads and sparkling crystals.
Earrings
Understated modern flair comes to life with these silver- and gold-toned earrings. Featuring Crystal Passions® vintage gold pearl beads and faceted crystals, this pair is perfect for any occasion.
Earrings
Celebrate gift-giving all year with charming earrings featuring Crystal Passions® faceted cubes and playful red bows for a festive finishing touch.
Ring
Draw inspiration from this stunning award-winning ring, featuring faceted gemstones set in fine silver Precious Metal Clay. The design exudes a regal style reminiscent of the jewels worn by medieval royalty, adding a timeless touch to your creations.
Multi-Strand Necklace
Amber and golden horn beads hang like drops of "Honey in the Comb" in Sandy Mikel's striking necklace.
Double-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
The cultured freshwater pearls and shimmering crystals in this set frame small pops of color, making this design as versatile as it is stunning.
Rearview Mirror Charm
They say don't drive faster than your angels can fly and now you can have your own rearview-mirror charm as a reminder.
Bangle Bracelet
This charming bangle bracelet offers metallic sheen in both gold and silver. Personalize it to reflect your style by imprinting letters onto a gold-plated brass charm.
Multi-Strand Bracelet
This breathtaking multi-strand bracelet is full of dreamy colors and fascinating textures. Deep-purple and lavender amethysts put on a regal show alongside prehnite, emerald and apatite's soothing hues.
Ring
Crystal Passions® rhinestone crystals illuminate this stunning ring, creating a captivating checkerboard pattern that sparkles with unmatched radiance.
All About Jewelry-Making Wire
Learn the basics of jewelry-making wire, including wire shape, hardness and what wire to use in your projects.
Eyeglass Holder
Secure your eyeglasses in style with this eyeglass holder, featuring exquisite gemstone beads and sparkling Crystal Passions® flat backs, elegantly accented by metallic beads.
Eyeglass Holder
Secure your spectacles with practical, fashionable eye glass holders.
Life in Color: How to Use Oh! Ring™ Components
Oh how we love the flamboyant bright neon colors of soft and pliable rubber Oh! Rings™. Twisty little circles are so versatile and you can even add to jump rings for chainmaille.
Ornament
Transform your holiday décor with a touch of wild elegance as you adorn your space with a meticulously handcrafted spider ornament, an exquisite nod to the tradition of the Christmas spider.
How to Make Survival Paracord Watchbands and Bracelets
Learn how to make survival paracord bracelets and watchbands for all the outdoor enthusiasts in your life.
The Differences Between Soft and Hard Soldering
Tammy Honaman shows you the tools and techniques needed for soft and hard soldering.
Single-Strand Necklace
Celebrate the spirit of the Southwest with this necklace adorned with mother-of-pearl najas. Pops of color from Czech dipped décor glass beads and a dash of seed bead work give the design a Native American-inspired flair.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set
Embrace a spectrum of lush green hues with this stunning necklace and earring set featuring Crystal Passions® crystals. Perfect for celebrating the beauty of spring or donning a touch of green for any festive occasion.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set
Indulge in the spirit of the vineyard with this captivating necklace and earring set. Czech pressed glass grapes in a rich purple hue beautifully complement a polymer clay wine bottle, creating a design that Bacchus himself would admire.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set
Feast your eyes on the enchanting elegance of this jewelry set. Crafted with eye-catching glass drops and gleaming ParaWire™ in two classic metallic colors, the intricate wirework creates a fairytale vibe fit for a princess.
Earrings
Playful silver clouds burst into a cascade of rainbow-hued droplets crafted from Preciosa Pip™ Czech pressed glass, creating a whimsical and stylish pair of earrings.
Jewelry-Making Wire: Non-Precious Metal, Colored and Steel Wires
Learn about different types of non-precious jewelry-making wire—copper, niobium, aluminum, memory wire and more—and how to use each metal.
Bracelet and Earring Set
Create this vibrant bracelet! Turquoise, copper, and sterling silver form a stylish wire-wrapped bracelet. Watch the video tutorial to make your own.
Bracelet
Indulge in chic sophistication with our bracelet component. Oval links weave through textured rectangles, adorned with Crystal Passions® beads in vibrant hues: light Siam, topaz, jonquil, erinite, light turquoise, Capri blue, and amethyst, exudes timeless elegance.
Single-Strand Necklace
Refine your look with our sterling silver triple rope necklace chain, adorned with a captivating Celtic-designed naja and hand-cut mystic topaz beads for a touch of elegance.
Earrings
Capture the elusive interplay of sunlight and shadow with these mesmerizing earrings. The elongated rectangles, embellished with delicate pearls and green apatite beads, will shimmer with a captivating and evocative glow.
Bracelet
Giddy-up! This stylish bracelet for the cowgirl features turquoise blue faux suede lace, an easy-open magnetic barrel clasp and a miniature version of a snaffle bit as a centerpiece.
Triple-Strand Bracelet
Here we go a-tasseling among the beads and bling! The classic blend of golden lava with crystal blues is grand during the holiday season and wears beautifully into the following year, too.
Earrings
Seed beading has its fringe benefits—these earrings are just one example. Featuring Delica and Miyuki Rocaille beads, this design showcases six different colors in swinging style.
Ornament
Create your personalized rendition of this minimalist angel by incorporating Czech fire-polished glass beads, colored wire and your preferred selection of seed and bugle beads. The possibilities are endless!
Cold Connections
Using cold connections can really change how your jewelry comes together. Find out what metalsmithing master Tammy Honaman says are some of the best tools for cold connecting metal.
Know Your Beading Wire
Learn to select the perfect beading wire to satisfy your needs. Key factors to consider are flexibility, resistance to kinking, strength and color.
Stringing and Jewelry-Making Fundamentals
Learn the fundamentals of bead stringing you need to create your own jewelry lines.
Bracelet
Revitalize your look with our beautifully crafted Hemptique® light blue polished hemp crochet bracelet, accentuated by alluring sea "opal" glass beads, showcasing a captivating translucent to semitranslucent radiance.
Barrette
Infuse your style with subtle sophistication using this barrette crafted from imitation rhodium-finished steel. It features a brown, flat leather cord with a unique heartbeat pattern design and is accented with nickel-plated brass eyelets, exuding elegance with every wear.
Something Other: Non-Traditional Uses for Jewelry Findings
Explore new ways to use jewelry findings with this article all about alternative uses for everything from bead caps to safety pins.
Americana Accessories
Showing patriotic pride isn't just for Memorial Day or the 4th of July. Tribute the red, white and blue any day by wearing jewelry inspired by Old Glory.
Single-Strand Necklace
Indulge in elegance with this 14Kt gold-filled triple rope necklace, showcasing a single dyed cultured freshwater semi-round Pearl adorned with a silver peacock hue. It's complemented by a captivating Crystal Passions® amethyst shimmer faceted rondelle, beautifully accented with gold details for a touch of luxury.
Ask the Experts Wire-Wrapping Q&A
Q: Which precious metal wire forms the best, and does it hold its shape?
Earrings
Gracefully dangle in style with these exquisite earrings featuring pressed glass beads in opaque light bronze and translucent clear moons, suspended elegantly on delicate chains.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set
Discover how to create this stunning ocean-hued crystal pearl necklace and earring set with these easy-to-follow instructions.
Bracelet
Wide spacer bars and gemstone beads warm up the cool silvery tones of this bold bracelet design, while the toggle clasp gives it a secure finish.
Memory Wire Bracelet
This elegant bracelet shines with gold- and silver-plated beads, elevated by the luxe touch of French twist wire.
Earrings
Preciosa Czech crystals in red, green and iridescent clear add seasonal splendor to these swinging drop earrings.
Gemstones in the Raw: Embracing the Unrefined Beauty of Rough Gemstones
Unearth the unrefined beauty of raw-cut and rough gemstones and explore their design potential in this article.
Stretch Bracelet
Stretch your fashion sense with a moukaite jasper stretch bracelet that’s sure to be a bestseller.
Beading as Meditation
In this article author, designer and instructor Kristal Wick shares her experience of using beading as a form of meditation, emphasizing its calming and transformative effects on her daily life, and providing practical tips for incorporating this beading meditation into a busy schedule.
Look! Beaded Eyeglass Holders
Eyeglass holders can be both fun and functional. Add some beads and they can become a fashion statement. Read this article for ideas on beaded eyeglass holders.
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