actual projects

  • hot pink magnesite stacked necklace

    recently we restocked our hot pink magnesite rondelles, & couldn't help but feel inspired to create a statement necklace focused on the color from the stones. starting with the eye-catching rondelles, we added another bright disc - electric pink polymer. to balance out these intense colors, w...
  • how to use french wire to finish off your jewelry

    *cut your beadalon wire 6" longer than you desired project* apply scotch tape to the end of your wire to keep the beads from falling off & string your desired pattern onto the wire. we are using french wire to connect a strung wire segment to a chain, but this technique can also be used as a ...
  • how to use 6mm deerskin lace around the back of a necklace

    finishing a necklace with deer skin makes the necklace more lightweight and comfortable. especially if the front of the necklace is especially heavy. the leather also adds another texture to your designs. the deer skin will attach to two matching 12mm heavy duty jump rings.  use two pliers to en...
  • how to make a pearl charm bracelet

    start with chain of your choice, cut to fit your wrist string each pearl on a headpin and line up in your work space using round nose pliers, hold the headpin about 4mm above the top of the pearl or other beads, with your non-dominant hand.  using your dominate hand, bend the headpin away from yo...
  • How to Make Wire Bangles with Beads

    In this jewelry making tutorial for beginners we are making wire wrapped bangles with beads. It's a quick and easy technique to create these bracelets. And once you know the basics, you can a whole stack of beautiful bangles. Christine White in the Beads, Inc. studio will show you an easy and sim...