Free Beading Instructions
Explore over 200 free jewellery-making projects, including earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and more. Learn a variety of techniques like stringing, wirework, and kumihimo with easy-to-follow, step-by-step tutorials. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, you'll find inspiration for every occasion—including festive Christmas projects—to create beautiful handmade jewellery.
Easter Egg Nest Brooch: Project Instructions
Create a stunning wire-wrapped beaded nest brooch using 20-gauge beading wire and blue-green silverfoil speckled oval glass beads. This delicate wire-wrapping project is perfect for Easter, Mother’s Day gifts, or nature-inspired jewellery. The technique creates a charming bird’s nest design, making it a thoughtful handmade accessory. Follow these easy steps to craft your own unique beaded brooch today!
MATERIALS REQUIRED
90cm x 20 gauge beading wire
blue/green silver foil oval glass
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26th Mar 2025
Fire Charm Tassel Elastic Bracelet: Project Instructions
Stretchy elastic bracelets are comfortable, stylish, and easy to wear—no clasps required! This simple yet elegant bracelet features Duo Fire Mix beads in warm red, yellow, and amber tones, delicate filigree bead caps, and a charming chain tassel. In our example, we used copper-coloured findings, which beautifully complement the rich hues of the beads. The finished bracelet measures XX cm, but you can easily adjust the number of beads to create a shorter or longer piece for the perfect fit.
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25th Mar 2025
Green Frog Earrings: Project Instructions
Create adorable handmade earrings featuring silver frog charms and peppermint green glass beads. This beginner-friendly jewellery-making project teaches simple techniques like working with jump rings and turning loops on eye pins. Follow our step-by-step guide to make your own pair!
MATERIALS REQUIRED
2 eye pins
4 thin filigree bead caps
2 peppermint green oval glass beads
2 standard ear wires
2 x 6mm strong jump rings
2 leaping frog metal charms
TOOLS REQUIRED
Twirly Wirlie Pliers
Wire Cutte
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25th Mar 2025
Orchid Mist Charm Necklace: Project Instructions
This charm necklace features a stunning mix of orchid mist coloured large oval glass beads with swirls of blue and white, combined with shades of blue glass bead drops. Using gold-coloured findings, this design is perfect for practicing intermediate techniques such as turning loops, joining chain, and working with jump rings. The finished necklace is 50cm in length (adjustable for a longer piece), making it a versatile accessory for any occasion.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
6 x eye pins
6 x 20mm oval gl
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25th Mar 2025
Preciosa Purple Dreams Beaded Kumihimo Bracelet: Project Instructions
Kumihimo is a traditional Japanese braiding technique that produces beautiful, intricate cords. This project takes Kumihimo to the next level by incorporating 4mm Preciosa crystal beads. Using a foam board and bobbins to keep everything in place, you'll create a stunning bracelet with a unique beaded pattern.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
56 x 4mm Crystal AB Preciosa Bicones
56 x 4mm Deep Tanzanite Preciosa Bicones
56 x 4mm Tanzanite Preciosa Bicones
56 x 4mm Violet Preciosa Bicones
2 Glue-
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20th Mar 2025