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Featured Wire Jewelry Tutorial: How to make bangles

It’s nice to know that people are inspired by other people and variations of jewelry designs come out by just looking at a particular jewelry. I get inspired too by other artisans and it gives me that boost to try on other things and create my own. Like this piece I saw from Dana of Dana’s Jewelry Designs.

Dana called these beauties her Delightful Bangles.
How did she came up with the design? Well, she got inspired by the Rajah Bangle from Lark Crafts.

See how totally different the two pieces are? Though they both used wire coiling or wrapping techniques and used crystals as embellishments and bead wrapped them onto the bangle they are two different creations. And I bet from these two creations, you can still create another version.

Hey, I think that would be a nice challenge for everyone! Learning the techniques used in creating these bangles and then create your own version using the techniques you've learned. You can either create another bangle, a wire necklace, or a ring, or even maybe a pair of earrings. Use your imagination, play with colors and create something you like, or you can wear, or sell.

So, who's up for the challenge of creating your own version using the coiling/wrapping technique and bead wrapping techniques from the Delightful Bangles tutorial and Rajah Bangle Tutorial? Then show it off here and inspire others by your creations.

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FREE Rainbow Ring Beading Jewelry Making Tutorial

Remember this?

Finally, we had some time to publish the tut and we promised our friends from Handmade Jewelry Club Fanpage that we're going to teach them how to create the ring. Well, the wait is over! Gather some seed beads, beading thread and a focal bead of your choice and follow the steps how to create your own Rainbow Ring!

The ring may look simple but the summarized steps is one of the basic way if you want to embellish or surround and beadweave around a focal bead.

Step 1: Insert a nylon thread into your focal bead and position the focal bead at least ¾ the length of your thread.

Step 2: On your right thread, slide in several wooden beads. In this tutorial, we used 7 (3mm dia.) seed beads for a 1cm dia. focal bead. Bring the thread with the wooden beads in counter-clockwise direction back thru the focal bead then pull your thread.

Step 3: With the same thread you just pulled, slide in the same number of wooden beads then bring your thread back thru the focal bead but this time, go clockwise and then pull your thread.

Step 4: After pulling the thread, continuously insert the thread back thru the wooden beads on your right side and slide in 1 moew wooden bead.

Step 5: After sliding in 1 wooden bead, continuously insert the same thread back thru the wooden beads on your left side. When you reach the very last bead slide in 1 more wooden bead and insert the thread all the way around the right wooden beads again until you have both thread in upright position.

Step 6: Now that you have both of your threads in upright position we’ll start to weave the ring band. Using RAW or right angle weaving technique, cross your left thread and insert into the first two wooden beads. Like shown in this picture, slide in 3 seed beads on both of the threads. To crisscross the threads, slide 3 more seed beads and then pull your thread.

This is how the ring band should look like. When you reach your desired length just insert the thread into the wooden beads.

Happy?

I'm sure you'll be happier if you can keep a copy of the detailed pictoral step by step tutorial. We're keeping our promise and you can DOWNLOAD IT FOR FREE AT DIYLESSONS.ORG

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Enter to win Create Your Own Style Magazine Giveaway!

Are you a Swarovski fan? Well, this giveaway is for you!

I just found out from Stacey of Craft Gossip that Create Your Style with Swarovski Elements Magazine is giving away a free copy of their latest issue. I visited the digital preview of the magazine and whoa! It rocks!

You’ll find what’s in at the music scene and how Swarovski plays a role when it comes to music and fashion jewelry. The magazine also has the latest designs and ideas how to use the sparkly Swarovskis in creating your own style. But what interest me most is the Step by Step Instructions the magazine has to offer, particularly this Red Lips Pendant.

by Create Your Own Style with Swarovski Elements Magazine

Way too cool, isn't it? I sure could beat Lady Gaga with this one and be a rocking star!

Now, let's get to the rules. Oh by the way, there's no rules to get the free copy LOL. All you have to do is visit their Fanpage, submit your name and email address and voila! You get a chance to win a free copy. You can enter once a day and 15 lucky winners will be drawn on May 31, 2012.

To make it more exciting and get two free issues, visit Craft Gossip because Stacey is giving away for US residents a free copy of Create Your Own Style magazine too.

So, hurry up! For both giveaways you only have barely over a week to win these prizes!

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Featured Tutorial: Crocheted Necklace

I tried to make a crocheted jewelry this recent weekend after watching a video tutorial from Karla Schaefer and here’s what I came up with.

This is my first time to crochet a jewelry though I tried before to create crocheted coasters. I wasn't successful at doing that :( Crocheting is not my thing, but crocheted jewelries are such a beauty and I find them unique so I tried to make one to test my skill.

In creating the necklace I used 26ga white coated copper wire and blue, brown and yellow pea-shaped faceted gemstones. My experience in creating the necklace is that it's not actually hard to crochet with wires and you don't have to create perfect loops. Random size of loops actually adds design to the piece so you don't have to be an expert in crocheting to make a crocheted jewelry. Besides that, the only thing you need to know is how to do is single crochet, slip stitch to create a circle and how to add rows to a single crochet. Well, maybe there's a lot that you can do with different types of crochet stitches but learning these basic stitches can be a starter to make a crocheted jewelry.

Here are some helpful video tutorials for wire crochet jewelries

Crocheting with thin wire video tutorial

Crochet Necklace by Karla Schaefer where I learned to make my necklace

I'll practice more and hopefully, I can make this piece real soon!

Crochet Wire Filigree Ring by BeadClub

You can try it too by watching this video tutorial

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Tips of Using Facebook Timeline For Handmade Jewelry & Craft Businesses

Through many years of running my online publication as well as CRM consulting, I have gained valuable insights on how to grow business through online channels particularly social media. I have recently started another venture called www.loyaltygoessocial.com where I blog about how loyalty programs can incorporate social media marketing that creates more engaged community that will ultimately drive more revenue for businesses.

I have developed a mini ebook titled Tips of Using Facebook Timeline. This ebook is FREE to anyone who subscribe to Loyalty Goes Social's newsletter. You will learn 9 must-have strategies to apply to your facebook timeline. I have also highlighted Dos and Don't of using facebook timeline. You will also find good case studies on how BIG brands are using Facebook today.

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Tips of Using Facebook timeline

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By Jane Chew

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Round-Up Free Tutorials and Jewelry Making News

Hello Handmade Jewelry Club readers,

Have you missed a post? Here's a compilation of articles for you...

Cheers! Jane

Enter To Win Tutorial Giveaway!!!

Wohoo!!! We're giving away this tutorial starting today, May 13, 2012 till May 26, 2012! How? Read more...

FREE Beaded Clasp Jewelry Making Tutorial

This basic tutorial will give you an idea how to create a clasp and add your own personal touch to it that will make your handcrafted piece totally handmade from start to finish. Read more...

Featured Tutorial: How to make clasps

Here are some free tutorial for various types of clasps. Pick one you prefer that fits your handmade jewelry piece. Read more...

XQDesigns At Craftsy!

Create your own timeless pieces with Jewelry Workshop, the perfect course for beaders who want to expand their skills to make lasting, professional quality pieces. Artist Max Goodman will patiently lead you through four fundamental techniques you can use to create a variety of unique accessories. Read more...

Beaded Cat Hello Kitty Ring Jewelry Making Tutorial

Let's go back to a time when were still kids, play with some bicones and make a Hello Kitty Ring. The Hello Kitty Ring has become a favorite creation of XQDesigns' daughter. Why not make this your kid's favorite too and make one for her. Read more...

DIY Lessons.org recommended jewelry making tutorial videos

How to Bead Weave a Star with Brick Stitch - Watch here...

Diagonal Right Angle Weave - Watch here...

MORE COILING GIZMO® TECHNIQUES - Watch here...

DIY Lessons.org recommended jewelry making tutorial from ZaneyMay

Star Necklace
Learn how to weave this Star Necklace and feel like a "star" wearing them! Pattern includes easy-to-follow step by step, full instructions, with pictures to make your own beaded necklace using seed beads size 11 and one 6mm bead. Visit store here...

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Beaded Cat Hello Kitty Ring Jewelry Making Tutorial

Who likes Hello Kitty? I do!!!

Cute little cartoon character, isn't she? I got this image from an avid fan of Hello Kitty named Xian. I am also a fan of Hello Kitty. I've collected items like mugs, pens, stuff toys, plates, figurines, rings and my favorite but already a vintage item, a Hello Kitty radio with cassette tape player. Yep, still a cassette tape player that's why it's vintage LOL. It's not working anymore but I am still keeping it.

Hello Kitty character is timeless just like Walt Disney's Mickey Mouse. Grown ups today have been a fan of Hello Kitty once in their kiddie life. I have been and still up to now I am a fan. I believe there's no soul in the world who doesn't know about Hello Kitty. It has been a collectible item to many.

It would be nice to create our own Hello Kitty character over and over again, don't you think?

Beaded Cat Hello Kitty Ring Tutorial

This beaded cat is created by XQDesigns. It has those black eyes, tiny little red nose and it even has that flower bow on it's head.
The tutorial provides detailed graphical pattern for each step as well as pictorial step by step are provided to give better clarity of the steps supporting the graphical pattern. Most people will rely on the graphical pattern and skip the pictorial steps; however, for a beginner you may prefer to use the pictorial steps to give you a head start in making the ring.

So, let's go back to a time when were still kids, play with some bicones and make a Hello Kitty Ring. The Hello Kitty Ring has become a favorite creation of XQDesigns' daughter. Why not make this your kid's favorite too and make one for her.

VISIT THE TUTORIAL HERE

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You might be interested to get hold of our latest tutorial at Crafsy at special rate of $3.80! The price is subject for revision any time soon.

Our Recommendations!
Create your own timeless pieces with Jewelry Workshop, the perfect course for beaders who want to expand their skills to make lasting, professional quality pieces. Artist Max Goodman will patiently lead you through four fundamental techniques you can use to create a variety of unique accessories.
Max will show you how to string pearls, stones and beads in Pearl Knotting, as well as teach you about rhythm and flow in jewelry design. Watch Wire Wrapping for an up-close demonstration on how to link various elements using silver wire, then get into Chain Making - a seemingly intricate process that turns simple metal jump rings into exquisite strands. Finally, Max shares her tips and tricks for Photo Etching, an exciting technique used to transfer images to metal.
All of the projects in this course are designed for jewelers with a home studio, and include detailed information on tools and materials. Max's expert advice and encouragement will set you on the path to creating your own elegant jewelry.

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Featured Tutorial: How to make clasps

There are lots of clasps available at the market, but creating our own clasps, beaded or wired we can create a unique handmade jewelry piece with a personal touch. We’ve featured yesterday and gave away a free tutorial on Beaded Clasp, why not explore more on the different designs and ways to create a clasp.

Similar to the beaded clasp we featured yesterday, here is a Toggle Clasp designed by Armored Drake

This toggle claps looks to me a very sturdy clasp, made of 20ga wire ring designed with wire wrapping technique.
VISIT TUTORIAL HERE

Another wire work technique of creating a clasp is the Simple Hook and Eye Clasp

The clasp is created using simple wire manipulation and looping techniques that even beginners can follow.
WATCH VIDEO HERE

This clasp is a familiar one...the Loop Hook and Eye Clasp

Similar to the hook and eye clasp this type of clasp is also created using wire manipulation and looping techniques but a few wire wrapping is used.

If you're into beadweaving you can also beadweave your own clasp like this Bead Weave Toggle Clasp

This beaded clasp is created with a combination of brick stitch for the ring and peyote for the "T" lock.
WATCH VIDEO HERE

Now you've got designs of clasps to choose from. Pick one you prefer that fits your handmade jewelry piece.

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FREE Beaded Clasp Jewelry Making Tutorial

Clasps not only serve a way to end a jewelry piece, but attaching a unique clasp, it can also add texture and design to a jewelry piece. This basic tutorial will give you an idea how to create a clasp and add your own personal touch to it that will make your handcrafted piece totally handmade from start to finish.

Materials & Tools:
20ga x 6cm copper wire
Some seed beads
Round nose pliers
Flat nose pliers
Wire cutter
Step 1: Cut 6cm x 20ga copper wire. Make a circle of about 1.5cm in diameter using a mandrel.

Step 2: Make a loop at one end of the wire.

Step 3: Slide in some seed beads to fill up the circle. Take the other end of the wire and wrap it around the loop. This will be the loop where you will attach one end of your jewellery piece.

Step 4: Cut 5cm x 20ga wire. Make a loop at the middle of the wire by grasping the pliers slightly to the right of the centre with the round nose pliers. With your left hand, guide the left side of the wire up and over the top of the round nose pliers. Continue to bring the other side of the wire up and over the top of the round nose pliers. A loop is formed.

Step 5: String in some seed beads until you fill up the wire. Leave about 0.6cm wire at the end.

Step 6: Make a loop at the end of the wire. Do the same for the other side.

Step 7: Attach a jump ring onto the loop of the bar. This jump ring is where you will attach the other end of your jewelry piece. You're done!

Hope you had fun with this short tutorial and it gave you another idea how to make wire jewelry. If you like to keep a copy of the tutorial a detailed PDF pictoral step by step is available for FREE at DIYLessons.org

Download lots of free jewelry making tutorials at DiyLessons! Are you a jewelry (jewellery) making teacher/ tutor? You can also list your tutorials here too. Join as our subscriber and redeem a free copy of the tutorials!

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