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How to Use the Versa-Loom™
Craft beaded bracelets and other pieces with precision using the Versa-Loom™ bead weaver. Set up and use this tool with these comprehensive instructions.
Earrings
These heishi drop earrings are sure to add a touch of boho style to any fashion.
Warping a Mirrix Loom for Beadwork with the Shedding Device
Bead weaving on a loom is more convenient with a shedding device. Here's how to warp a Mirrix loom for bead weaving while accommodating the shedding device.
Earrings
Create the popular Christmas tree earrings by stacking three sizes of Crystal Passions margarita beads in majestic green, accented with golden findings, stardust beads, and Preciosa crystal rondelles.
Art Clay® Gold 22k - Clay Type
Art Clay® Gold Clay creates pieces made of 22Kt gold after firing. This tutorial includes guidelines for preparation, molding, drying, kiln firing and finishing this clay material—plus handling tips and safety precautions.
How to Make a Peyote Stitch Mandala
Create intricate beaded mandalas with ease by following these straightforward instructions. Your beadwork has never been more extraordinary!
How to Load the Metal Clay Syringe Pen™
Confused about the mechanics of loading a metal clay syringe? Check out these simple instructions and you’ll be on your way to crafting in no time!
How to Make Your Own Clay Cutters
Learn how to make your own clay cutters to create custom designs using metal sheet and polymer clay.
Glue Crystal Flat Backs
Crystal transfer sheets make precision designing and crystal embellishing easy.
Prometheus® Bronze Clay Instructions
Explore the fascinating process of working with Prometheus® Bronze Clay, from handling wet clay and troubleshooting common errors to successfully firing your design in the kiln. Everything you need to master this art is right here.
Prometheus® Copper Clay Instructions
Unlock the world of Prometheus® Copper Clay with this comprehensive text tutorial. From crafting jewelry and ornaments to sculpting statues, unleash your creativity and bring your imaginative designs to life.
How to Use the Artistic Wire® Toggle Jig
These photographic instructions show you how to use the Artistic Wire® toggle jig to create perfect clasps every time.
Art Clay® Silver Clay
Learn the steps for using Art Clay® Silver Clay for jewelry-making: preparation, molding and drying, kiln firing and finishing, including handling tips and safety precautions.
Single-Strand Necklace
Designer Marlene Rydzewski, creates a sophisticated necklace and earring set using sapphire beads, cultured freshwater pearls and sterling silver wire.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ask the Experts Memory Wire Q&A
Q: Dear Fire Mountain, what tools should I use to cut and finish my memory wire jewelry?
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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®.
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