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.
White/Crystal Shoe Bling: Project Instructions
Bling up an old pair of heels with our shoe bling. Following our instructions, you'll learn how to work with beads, wire and clips to make it yourself.MATERIALS REQUIRED6 head pins6 teardrop crystal beads12 eye pins20 x 4mm round faceted glass crystal beads20 glass bell flower beads6 x strong jump rings2 x shoe clipsTOOLS REQUIRED2 pairs of Crimping PliersTwirly WirliesWire CuttersINSTRUCTIONSPick up one of the head pins and thread on a teardrop glass crystal bead. Leaving a space of 10mm, cut t
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28th Mar 2019
Crystal Eye Glass Brooch: Project Instructions
Pretty and practical - just what you need in a beaded piece! Follow our free instructions to learn how to make your own brooch, complete with a place to hang your reading glasses.MATERIALS REQUIRED1 looped kilt pin1 clear crystal teardrop clip charm1 clear crystal heart clip charm1 open heart clip charm (see notes)TOOLS REQUIRED (see note)Crimping PliersWire CuttersTwirly WirliesINSTRUCTIONSNote: If your open heart charm is not attached to a parrot clasp, you will first need to do that (if
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28th Mar 2019
Peppermint Green Crystal Drop Necklace: Project Instructions
Peppermint green glass crystals set this necklace apart! This project involves tigertail, crimps, head pins and more - scroll on to find out more!
MATERIALS REQUIRED
12 6mm bicone glass crystals
13 8mm round faceted glass crystals
16 x 6mm strong jump rings
1 filigree circle toggle clasp
12 head pins
12 flower barrel leather drops
24 plain metal beads
2 filigree metal tubes
2 small crimps
1 x 30cm tigertail
2 x 10cm chain
TOOLS REQUIRED
Crimping Pliers
Wire Cutters
Twirly Wirlies
INSTRUCTION
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27th Mar 2019
Pink/Blue Flower Drop Necklace: Project Instructions
Small metal roses provide a contrast in this flower drop necklace. Techniques involved include working with wire, turning loops, opening rings and more.MATERIALS REQUIRED34 strong jump rings1 parrot clasp34 small star bead caps29 plain metal beads12 x 6mm bicone glass crystals5 x 8mm round faceted glass crystals12 twisted flat oval beads24 eye pins5 head pins5 metal roses5 x 70mm 26 gauge beading wireTOOLS REQUIREDCrimping PliersWire CuttersTwirly WirliesINSTRUCTIONSLots of twirling eye pins in
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27th Mar 2019
Purple Crystal Heart Necklace: Project Instructions
A shop favourite, our crystal heart necklace uses a five strand heart drop as a centrepeice, and several strands of deep purple glass crystal beads to create an unusual look. Follow our instructions to find out how.MATERIALS REQUIREDtigertail (1 x 60cm, 2 x 10cm, 2 x 18cm)10 small crimps12 x 6mm strong jump rings10 large holed filigree metal tubes77 x 7mm helix glass crystal beads66 x 3mm plain metal beads5 flower barrel leather drops1 head pin1 x 5 strand heart drop1 parrot claspTOOLS REQUIREDT
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27th Mar 2019